Program Leader - Visual arts

RUA is a forward-thinking institution for cross-cultural arts education and creative innovation in the Middle East that fosters bold ideas that inspire progress and transform society by cultivating industry and academic collaboration and rethinking creative education, all while creating a space for global ideas to flourish in a culturally inspiring environment.

Our Vision

• To be an inspiring beacon of knowledge for future generations, integrating culture and arts, empowering students to discover passions and develop talents while fostering creativity and cultural exchange.

Our Mission

• To cultivate an innovative educational environment in culture and arts, delivering cutting-edge programs that foster cultural and artistic engagement, enriching both the Saudi and global communities.

Our Aspirations

• The leading cultural university across the Middle East and North Africa.
• Ranked among top 50 universities worldwide specializing in cultural education.
• A global hub for cultural education and knowledge exchange.

Key Responsibilities General Responsibilities

• Maintain strong connections within the visual arts industry to leverage professional relationships for program development and opportunities.
• Develop and sustain a professional network within the visual arts field to support collaboration, faculty engagement, and industry partnerships.
• Provide academic and administrative leadership for the visual arts program, ensuring effective management and coordination of all program activities.
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for the program's development, delivery, and continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Ensure the program aligns with RUA's mission, values, and institutional standards.
• Represent the program in internal and external university forums, committees, and stakeholder engagements.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive academic environment that promotes student success and faculty development.

Academic Responsibilities

• Lead the design and review of the visual arts curriculum to ensure quality, relevance, and compliance with NQF and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with external and international partners to enhance the program's profile and relevance, without reliance on them.
• Support student recruitment strategies by liaising with Marketing, Admissions, and Recruitment teams to meet enrollment targets.
• Drive initiatives that contribute to the university's broader strategic goals, including innovation, excellence, and international alignment.
• Contribute to shaping a future-oriented academic vision within the College.

Operational Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day management of visual arts program delivery, including teaching schedules, resource planning, budget oversight, and use of technical production equipment.
• Monitor teaching quality, learning outcomes, and assessment practices in the visual arts program to ensure continuous quality enhancement.
• Provide academic guidance and line-management support to faculty members involved in the visual arts program.
• Analyze student performance and feedback data in the visual arts program to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare comprehensive program reports and documentation required for internal quality reviews and external accreditation bodies.

Skills Requirements

• Clear, concise, and effective communication, both written and verbal, with students, faculty, and industry partners in the visual arts sector.
• Collaboration and teamwork with faculty, production staff, and external creative partners.
• Demonstrates ethical leadership, accountability, and a high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Negotiation skills for partnerships, industry collaborations, and resource allocations.
• Ability to guide students and faculty in the use of visual arts production equipment and technology.
• Networking and relationship-building within the local and international visual arts industry.

Qualifications

• PhD degree minimum in visual arts, Media, or a relevant field
• Proven experience in academic program design, teaching, and quality assurance within the visual arts or media sector.
• Knowledge of visual arts industry standards and relevant Accreditation Standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills, including the ability to manage production resources and technical equipment.
• Commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement in visual arts education and practice

RUA represents a platform for discovery, a space where talent is nurtured, and a gateway for Saudi art and culture to the world. We welcome you to join us on this exceptional journey. Together, we will shape the ambitious cultural future of the Kingdom and inspire the world.

As the first of its kind in the MENA region, RUA serves as a center of creativity, knowledge, and innovation, contributing to shaping the future of Saudi Arabia's cultural ecosystem and creative economy, driving the growth of Saudi Arabia's cultural sector in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.