Learning Manager

Job DescriptionResponsible for developing and producing Art Jameel’s learning endeavours in Saudi Arabia at Hayy Jameel. The role includes devising and managing children, teen and life‑long learners’ programmes; overseeing the operations of learning spaces and programmes at Hayy Jameel. This includes original Art Jameel learning programmes: Hayy Explorers, Recess, Creative Careers Days, JYL Award amongst others.The Manager works closely alongside the Learning team at Hayy Jameel and the Head of Learning and Research (Global) for learning projects’ collaborations.Job DescriptionLearning is one of Art Jameel’s key pillars and is at the heart of Hayy Jameel’s mission. The creative sector, globally, and in KSA, is going through a decade of profound transformation. Art Jameel is seeking an experienced and passionate Learning Manager, who would, together with Art Jameel’s senior team, design and deliver the next phase of Art Jameel’s Learning projects in KSA.Hayy JameelHayy Jameel is developed and managed by Art Jameel as Saudi Arabia’s dedicated arts complex and creative hub. Hayy Jameel joins Jameel Arts Centre in Dubai – which opened in 2018 – in its efforts to build culture‑oriented, connected communities.Designed by waiwai, Hayy references the Arabic word for neighbourhood, denoting the convivial and collaborative nature of the complex and its intent on bringing together a wide range of creative disciplines in one destination.Hayy Jameel includes:Hayy Arts, museum‑grade gallery spacesHayy Cinema, an independent audiovisual centreHayy Explorers, a dedicated children’s makerspaceHayy Makers, a dedicated creatives makerspaceJameel Library, specialised arts and culture research libraryIt also includes multipurpose venues such as Fenaa Hayy, Salaat Hayy, Community Cinema & Project Space which are used by Art Jameel and the wider community for performances, workshops and talks. These open onto Saha, a central community courtyard underpinned by philosophies of sustainability and adaptability.The Art Jameel‑run spaces are joined by Hayy Residents – a set of pioneering, home‑grown creative enterprises that range from contemporary art and performance to design and publishing, culinary institutes, new cafes and eateries.Accountability and department structureReports to Art Jameel’s Deputy Director and Head of Learning and Research (Global)Library Curator and AssistantLearning Coordinator, AssistantLearning Visitor Experience AssistantPart‑time tutors and freelancers where applicableResponsibilities and dutiesStrategic planning and ManagementDevelop with the Art Jameel senior and learning teams a bespoke life‑long learning strategy in KSA delivering and further developing the following projects:Hayy Explorers: a comprehensive programme of walk‑ins, workshops and art installations that transforms the children making platform into a space responding to showcased exhibitionsRecess: Learning programme with a comprehensive curriculum aimed towards teens ages 14‑18. Recess runs for one semester (6 months) with weekly sessions every Saturday morning offering students the ability to develop their artistic skills and voice while offering studio time, mentorship, creative collaboration, interventions by Art Jameel team and local creatives and field tripsJYL Award: Following Art Jameel’s commitment to supporting ‘arts‑for‑all’, JYL Award offers an opportunity for young artists to showcase their work and exchange with fellow artists from across different regions of Saudi Arabia. Young practitioners will be selected through an open call with 3 possible pathways to choose from: Drawing & Painting, Sculptures & Mixed Media, and Photography & Audio‑VisualCreative Careers Days (KSA): Art Jameel flagship programme catering to university students as well as alumni and job seekers. The programme offers a unique chance for attendees to connect, meet and discover how to be part of the creative landscape that shapes the countryJameel Library: Develop and lead on library operations and systems including third party consultantsInitiate and sustain community partnerships to further Art Jameel’s learning missionEffectively manage the learning department and oversee its budget; actively seek ways to ensure the financial sustainability of learning initiativesLearning programmes for artists, creatives and practitionersDevelop future programmes in accordance with the set strategy; manage the end‑to‑end delivery of those programmes within budget and within set timelinesNurture and grow Art Jameel’s current network of tutors and mentors, including local and international artists, curators, educators, researchers, filmmakers, producers and other practitionersRepresent Art Jameel in sector‑wide discussions and forums related to education, pedagogy and researchLearning programmes and interpretation tools for children, youth and the publicDevise learning tools and programmes that respond to Hayy Arts, Hayy Makers/Studios and Hayy Cinema’s programmesWork wi