Black Pearl has been exclusively retained by a major
Academic Medical Center in the GCC to recruit a highly accomplished Nursing
Director for a newly established, world-class Cancer Center. This is a
confidential search targeted at senior nursing leaders from leading oncology
institutions worldwide.

This cancer center is positioned to become one of the
region’s top oncology facilities, supported by international partners in the US
and UK, with a senior leadership team that includes world-renowned oncologists
and technical experts. Their vision is to build a center with best-in-class:

• 
  Cancer care pathways
• 
  Sub-specialized oncology
  services
• 
  Chemo / heme / radiology
  / infusion programs
• 
  Global-standard nursing
  excellence
• 
  Advanced technologies
  and research platforms

Role Summary

The Nursing Director will play a strategic and operational
leadership role to shape, commission, and operationalize the nursing function
of the new oncology center. This role requires a seasoned oncology nursing
leader who has worked in top-tier academic cancer hospitals, has experience
leading large nursing teams (200+ nurses), and has contributed to commissioning
or transforming specialized cancer programs.

Key Responsibilities

• 
  Lead and oversee the
  development, commissioning, and operational readiness of the Cancer
  Nursing Directorate.
• 
  Build and develop
  oncology nursing teams; mentor, coach, and uplift nursing capability.
• 
  Create policies,
  pathways, procedures, and education programs aligned with global
  cancer-care standards.
• 
  Collaborate closely with
  the Chair of Oncology (US), Director of Oncology (UK), and Dubai Health
  senior leadership.
• 
  Drive transformation,
  patient safety, evidence-based practice, and a culture of excellence.
• 
  Contribute to research
  initiatives, multidisciplinary programs, and continuous improvement.
• 
  Lead with emotional
  intelligence—energize teams, engage staff, and merge Dubai Health’s
  culture with the new Cancer Center.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

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  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing (Master’s preferred).

• 
  Minimum
  10+ years of experience in the Oncology Department
  , including leadership roles.

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  Experience in commissioning oncology units and managing departmental operations.

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  Strong knowledge of oncology nursing practices, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements.

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  Demonstrated experience in staff development, mentoring, and leading interdisciplinary teams.

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  Proven ability to implement strategic initiatives and quality improvement programs.

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