Cultural Affairs Manager

Job Description

Our client, a semi government organization, is currently looking for a Cultural Affairs Manager to be based in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will be responsible to develop and manage local, regional and international cultural relations. To research and identify international opportunities to assist in developing and maintaining key strategic partnerships. To contribute to developing corporate communications content. To effectively support the overall objectives of the External Affair.External Communication:Direct:Local, regional, and international visitors, Arts & Cultural Associations, Artists & agenciesCultural Affairs AgencyWritten:VIPs, Dignitaries, and Royal ProtocolLeading international figures in arts and cultureStakeholders (advisors, board, etc.)Authorities / Organizations / InstitutionsOther responsibilities will include but not limited to:Develop direct relationships for company with key cultural organizations locally, regionally, and internationallyEngage in collaborative development of program elements and/or co-commissions and co-productions with partner organizationsResearch and monitor activities of key regional and international festivals and cultural organizationsResearch potential themes, speakers and prepare discussion papers, as well participate in planning the full programme.Collaborate with our local diplomatic partners, take the lead on specific projects/initiatives with the diplomatic community as requiredFormalize relations with key international partners with Letters of Cooperation and/or Memorandums of UnderstandingManage existing partnerships with local, regional, and international partners which company has signed letters of agreementsResearch and recommend regional and international trips, conferences, festivals, awards, recognitions and opportunities for company and the Founder in the arts and culture sectorManage companys memberships in relevant networking organizationsOversee all visiting guests of the FoundationExecute public affairs communication strategy best cultivates and builds upon existing relations with strategic partnersAttend meetings with the Founder: ensure preliminary research and pre-meeting notes are provided to Founder ahead of time; document meetings with detailed minutesSupport the Business Development Manager with ideas and informationManage the cultural affair agency accountManage the process/issuance of all companys newsletters to companys network Perform other tasks pertinent to the function as requiredReview all Festival publications, in coordination with the Marketing Department, to ensure artists information is accurate. REQUIREMENTS: To be considered for the role, you need to meet the following criteria:Minimum of Bachelors Degree related to Arts or EducationMust have PR exposure particularly press releases.Significant solid experience in an External Affairs / Institutional Advancement role, either in a non-profit organization or an arts organizationVery flexible and open to travel as and when required

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About Company

Black Pearl is a progressive, dynamic and well structured HR solution provider
that offers permanent recruitment services, HR consultancy, psychometric assessments, coaching and also professional training services for clients from different corporate sectors in the Middle East.

Like a rare and unique black pearl, we consider our partnership with our clients and job seekers as a fine, precious and valuable encounter that needs to be affirmed, developed and supported with a strong commitment to deliver not only the right services but the best in the industry.

Our aim is to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients, strategically offering Black Pearl services that are customized to the unique requirements of our clients and job seekers alike, resulting in effectively achieving goals and all that is required in this ever evolving and competitive market.