Visual Arts Manager Exhibitions & Cultural Programming

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Visual Arts Manager to oversee the organizations art collection exhibition programs and national visual arts initiatives. The role is responsible for managing large-scale and curated exhibitions commissioning new works coordinating logistics and leading a team that supports the advancement of the UAEs visual arts landscape. The successful candidate will also manage research advocacy and partnerships that strengthen the organizations impact within the regional and international art community.

Key Responsibilities

Exhibitions & Programming

Lead and manage the Visual Arts team in planning and executing all visual art exhibitions commissions and events from research and planning to final delivery.

Collaborate with curators artists and external partners to develop and deliver compelling exhibitions locally and internationally.

Coordinate logistics installation and operational support for exhibitions including supplier management budgeting and reporting.

Contribute to the programming and production of visual arts showcases at major events and festivals.

Nationals Gallery Initiative

Develop and manage the Nationals Gallery initiative to support Emirati artists visibility and engagement.

Maintain an active registry of UAE-based artists and oversee online and offline resources for the artist community.

Organize seminars talks and educational visits between artists and academic institutions.

Produce advocacy materials bulletins and communications to promote local artists and programs.

Art Collection Management

Oversee the maintenance documentation and growth of the organizations art collection ensuring proper inventory storage and conservation.

Coordinate internal and external loans acquisitions and exhibitions of the collection.

Manage the development of loan policies condition reports and exhibition records.

Research & Advocacy

Conduct national and international research related to the visual arts sector to inform strategy and program development.

Produce reports case studies and briefing documents to support the organizations leadership and advocacy initiatives.

Support grants awards and cross-departmental projects requiring expertise in the visual arts.

Administrative & Managerial

Supervise Visual Arts department staff interns and volunteers.

Manage department budgets contracts and documentation.

Coordinate internal and external communications including marketing inputs and VIP engagement.

Maintain detailed financial records project schedules and administrative correspondence.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Visual Arts Art History Museology Design or Cultural Studies (Masters preferred).

Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in visual arts programming curation or arts management within a cultural institution or foundation.

Proven background in managing exhibitions artists and art collections.

Experience working with Emirati or regional art sectors is highly desirable.

Strong knowledge of visual arts trends exhibition management and cultural programming.

Excellent project management and budgeting skills.

Research analytical and documentation proficiency.

Strong presentation communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Work Location:

Abu Dhabi

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