Dean of Performing and Production Arts

4 days ago

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates SPAA Full time

Scope of the Job

Reporting to: Executive Director

Responsible for: Programme Leaders, Library and Student Affairs

Works Closely with: Academic and Admin Senior Teams

Job Purpose

The Dean of the Performing and Production Arts College is a senior academic administrator responsible for the overall leadership, strategic planning, and administration of the College under Sharjah Performing Arts Academy. The Dean will ensure the highest standards of excellence in education, research, and creative activities are achieved within the College. The role involves collaborating with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders to advance the mission and vision of the Performing and Production Arts College and of Sharjah Performing Arts Academy as a whole.

**Responsibilities**:
Academic Leadership and Administration:

- Develop and implements the strategic visions, goals and direction for the Performing and Production Arts College within the strategic plan of Sharjah Performing Arts Academy.
- Oversee the design, development and delivery of the academic programmes, policies, and procedures in Performing and Production Arts.
- Ensure the academic programmes meet the highest standards of excellence and accreditation requirements.
- Work closely and collaboratively with the Executive Director of Sharjah Performing Arts Academy and the Dean of Music as required.
- Foster a culture of academic rigor, creativity, and innovation within the faculty and student body.
- Support Faculty in their professional development, research, and teaching efforts.
- Manage the day-to-day operation of the Performing and Production Arts College, including budgeting, resource allocation, and facility management in line with the Academy’s overall budgets, resources and facilities.
- Promote a culture of conservatoire excellence, inclusivity and collaboration throughout SPAA.
- Collaborate with other departments and leadership teams within SPAA to align objectives and initiatives.
- Lead recruitment efforts for Faculty and Staff, ensuring a diverse and highly qualified team.
- Oversee the preparation of reports, proposals, and documentation related to the College’s activities.

Student Success:

- Oversee and enhance student recruitment, retention, and success initiatives.
- Promote and support student engagement through student organisations, extracurricular activities, and performances.
- Ensure a supportive and enriching learning environment for students.
- Address student concerns and grievances in a timely and effective manner.

Curriculum and Academic Affairs:

- Oversee the development and revision of the performing and production arts programmes to maintain quality, rigour and relevance.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and requirements.
- Promote interdisciplinary and cross-departmental collaborations.

Research and Creative Activities:

- Work with the Dean of Music to;_
- Encourage and support faculty and student research and creative projects.
- Secure funding and resources for research initiatives.
- Promote the dissemination of research findings and creative works.

External Relations and Fundraising:

- Work with the Dean of Music to;_
- Build and maintain relationships with alumni, donors, industry partners, and community organisations.
- Lead fundraising efforts and secure grants to support the College’s initiatives.
- Represent the Performing and Production Arts College at professional conferences, events, and public forums.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

- Work with the Dean of Music to:_
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion within the college.
- Implement initiatives to promote an inclusive environment for all members of the college and SPAA.

Knowledge and Experience

**Essential**:

- A doctoral degree (preferably a PhD or DMA) in performing or production arts or a related field; a master’s degree with significant professional experience will be considered.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in music education, with at least 5 years in a leadership or administrative role. Such as department chair/lead, associate dean, or similar positions.
- Demonstrated success in curriculum development, programme accreditation, and academic administration.
- Comprehensive knowledge of various performance and production disciplines.
- Experience in strategic planning, budget management, and resource allocation.
- Ability to oversee curriculum development and ensure academic programmes meet the highest standards.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a diverse community of faculty, staff and students.

**Desirable**:

- Involvement in the broader performing and production arts community, such as participation in professional organisations or festivals.
- Experience with online learning platforms and digital tools for performing and production arts creation and distribution.

Context

**Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA)** is an independent Academy es

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