Director of the Cultural Programme

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Director of the Cultural Programme – A. M. Qattan Foundation, Ramallah, Palestine

Department: Cultural Programme
Contract: Full-time
Location: Ramallah, Palestine
Reports to: Director General
Deadline: March 12, 2026

The A. M. Qattan Foundation (AMQF) is seeking a Director of the Cultural Programme to lead its integrated cultural portfolio, including public programming, curatorial practice, grant-making, professional capacity development, and community engagement.

The role combines strategic leadership, intellectual direction, and institutional oversight, shaping a coherent cultural agenda rooted in Palestinian identity, relevance, and long-term impact.

As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Director contributes to institutional strategy and cross-programme integration. The position provides visionary leadership and ensures high standards of quality, inclusivity, transparency, and ethical practice across the Foundation’s cultural interventions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement the Cultural Programme’s overall strategy
Ensure alignment with the Foundation’s mission and long-term plans
Represent the programme internally and externally

Cultural Direction & Programming

Provide intellectual and curatorial leadership
Oversee public programming, commissions, knowledge outputs, and partnerships
Guide research, writing, and publications
Ensure effective use of the Foundation’s physical spaces

Grants & Capacity Development

Oversee grant-making schemes and sector support mechanisms
Ensure transparent, inclusive, and responsive funding processes
Supervise monitoring, evaluation, and governance systems

Partnerships & Fundraising

Build strategic partnerships locally and internationally
Contribute to fundraising, proposal development, and donor engagement
Represent the Foundation in public and professional forums

Management & Governance

Line-manage senior staff within the Cultural Programme
Oversee annual work plans and budgets
Ensure compliance with policies and donor requirements
Identify and manage operational and reputational risks

Candidate Profile

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s preferred)
Minimum 10 years of progressively senior experience in cultural management or programme leadership
Deep knowledge of Palestinian cultural contexts and their regional/global connections
Experience with grant-making and capacity development ecosystems
Proven leadership and managerial experience
Strong budgeting, planning, and analytical skills
Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English
Ability to operate in contexts of instability with adaptive leadership

Additional Requirements

Flexibility for evening and weekend activities
Willingness to travel locally and internationally

Applications must be submitted via the Foundation’s online portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.