Head of Qiddiya Performing Arts
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Lead strategic, operational, and artistic direction for a performing arts center, ensuring alignment with Vision 2030 and fostering cultural partnerships.
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Overview
The Head of Qiddiya Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) will lead the strategic, operational, and artistic direction of the QPAC, establishing it as a globally recognised destination for excellence in performing arts.
This role requires visionary leadership, deep cultural understanding, commercial acumen and the ability to deliver world-class programming aligned with Saudi Arabia s Vision 2030.
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute a future focused vision and strategy for the QPAC which delivers sustainable pro tability, eficiency and excellence.
- Ensure all strategic and operational activities are aligned with the national cultural objectives, particularly Vision 2030.
- Collaborate closely with QIC colleagues to ensure the QPAC s alignment with the wider strategic vision for the city and ensure QPAC is positioned as a world-class cultural centre.
- Establish and foster strategic partnerships with cultural institutions regionally and internationally.
Operational Management
- Ensure world-class operational performance across all areas of the venue including technical production, visitor experience, commercial operations and facility management.
- Embed and foster a customer- rst culture across all aspects of the venue; ensuring the guest experience is at the heart of everything which happens at the QPAC.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant compliance, regulatory and governance standards, including all required licenses, permits, policies, procedures and audits are in place.
Artistic Vision & Direction
- Collaborate with the Content & Creative Director to oversee the curation of a diverse performance programme across all QPAC performance spaces.
- Champion innovation, inclusion and the integration of local, regional and international talent.
- Ensure programming re ects cultural values while appealing to global audiences
Stakeholder Engagement
- Represent the QPAC to any key external stakeholders, such as government and creative bodies.
- Build strong relationships with artists, educators, and community leaders
- Promote QPAC as a hub of cultural participation, education and community impact.
People Leadership
- Build and manage a high-performing leadership team, ensuring there is team engagement and alignment with the overall strategic vision for the QPAC.
- Lead talent development initiatives and ensure the organisation attracts and retains the best talent.
- Establish an organisational culture rooted in excellence, creativity, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Motivate and engage all QPAC colleagues through proactive communication and recognition.
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