Head of Music Department

We are looking for a Head of Music Department

The post holder reports to the Senior Program Manager and has overall responsibility for the Music Department.

Main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach group lessons and conduct orchestras
• Supervise and advise music teachers with regard to didactic, pedagogic, and musical skills
• Provide educational material and repertoire incl. writing arrangements for orchestras and choirs
• Functional supervission of the Music Teachers inclouding effective staff development.
• Create teaching schedules
• The responsibility for the instrument stock.
• Plan and organize concerts and other performances
• Contribute to the development of the program.

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Knowledge, skills, and abilities of the ideal candidate:

• Minimum a BA degree or comparable in music or music education or some related field
• Knowledge of El Sistema Movement and related teaching methods is a plus
• Good playing and performing skills with at least one musical instrument
• Experience in teaching incl. didactic and pedagogic background
• Profound knowledge of music theory
• Experience in working with children and teenagers
• Experience in choosing repertoire for ensembles of different levels
• Very good skills in arranging pieces of music for different instrumentations and of different styles (Arabic, Western, world music, modern as well as classic)
• Experience in conducting ensembles and orchestras
• Good social and communication skills incl. nonviolent communication
• Experience in intercultural environment
• Passion for the development of a future-oriented program including supervising a committed and responsible team
• MS Office skills
• Native language Arabic with very good English skills in writing and verbal

Degree: Minimum Batchelor Degree or comparable

Experience: 3 years

Please submit your application no later than November 5, 2022 to the following email address:

[email protected]   Subject: Application Head of Music Department

Your application must include the following items

• A cover letter describing why you think you are the best for this specific position (in English and Arabic)
• Resume (in English)
• Two professional references, including contact name, organization name, address, telephone number and email address 

Applications missing one of the above-mentioned items and/or received later than the announced deadline will not be considered. Only applicants who have the required qualities, experience, and skills will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.