16 Department Head jobs in Dubai

We are seeking a seasoned IT professional to lead our IT department.

The ideal candidate will oversee the daily operations of our IT infrastructure, manage a team of IT experts, and ensure efficient and secure functioning of all IT systems.

• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, providing guidance and performance evaluations. Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages continuous learning and development.
• IT Infrastructure Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of all IT systems, including hardware, software, networks, and servers. Ensure availability, reliability, and security of all IT resources.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement IT policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Establish and enforce security protocols to protect sensitive information.
• Budgeting and Resource Allocation: Manage IT resources effectively, allocating them to meet business needs while maintaining financial discipline.
• Vendor Management: Evaluate, negotiate, and manage relationships with external vendors, service providers, and technology partners. Ensure vendor performance meets established service level agreements.
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: Develop and maintain a comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plan to minimize downtime and data loss in case of emergencies.
• Technical Support: Oversee the IT support function, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues for end-users.

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in IT operations, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Strong technical proficiency in Android and Web Development.
• Proven experience in budgeting, resource allocation, and vendor management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Certifications or specialized training relevant to the role will be an advantage.

Lead Early Childhood Education Specialist

The successful candidate will take charge of delivering high-quality educational content and maintaining exceptional teaching standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled professional to lead our Early Years department.

About the Role

This role requires a deep understanding of early childhood education and the ability to create engaging learning environments that support students' growth and development. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership skills, strong communication abilities, and a passion for inspiring young minds.

Key Responsibilities:

This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of our hotel's Housekeeping department.

• Review sold room reports to verify room status and identify any discrepancies.
• Determine the priority of room cleaning tasks and update the status of departing guest rooms.
• Serve as a liaison between Housekeeping, Engineering, Front Office, and Laundry teams to coordinate their efforts effectively.
• Document and resolve issues related to discrepant rooms with the Front Desk.
• Prepare and distribute assignment sheets/workboards to Housekeeping staff.
• Maintain an up-to-date list of 'Do Not Disturb' rooms and ensure that vacant dirty rooms are cleaned by the necessary time.
• Assign rush rooms and rooms previously on the 'Do Not Disturb' list.
• Complete required Housekeeping paperwork.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• FOLLOWING ALL SAFETY AND SECURITY PROTOCOLS.
• REPORTING ANY MAINTENANCE PROBLEMS, SAFETY HAZARDS, ACCIDENTS, OR INJURIES.
• COMPLETING REQUIRED SAFETY TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS.
• ENSURING UNIFORM AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE ARE CLEAN AND PROFESSIONAL.
• MAINTAINING THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF PROPRIETARY INFORMATION.
• PROTECTING COMPANY ASSETS.
• WELCOMING AND ACKNOWLEDGING ALL GUESTS ACCORDING TO COMPANY STANDARDS.
• ANTICIPATING AND ADDRESSING GUESTS' SERVICE NEEDS.
• THANKING GUESTS WITH GENUINE APPRECIATION.
• ENSURING ADHERENCE TO QUALITY EXPECTATIONS AND STANDARDS.
• DEVELOPING AND MAINTAINING POSITIVE WORKING RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS.
• SUPPORTING THE TEAM TO REACH COMMON GOALS.
• LISTENING AND RESPONDING APPROPRIATELY TO THE CONCERNS OF OTHER EMPLOYEES.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive work environment.

Others:

• A comprehensive training program.

Showcase your interpersonal strengths as a department lead; you will direct, develop and recognize your team in support of exceptional guest service In this role, you will support the hotel by:

• Assisting the Front Office Director in all aspects of the department
• Ensuring proper staffing and scheduling of all Front Office colleagues in accordance with productivity guidelines
• Communicating through preshift logs, emails, and departmental meetings all pertinent information for the respective shifts and areas of operation
• Training, inspiring, developing, and recognizing Front Office colleagues
• Taking ownership of performance management including one-on-one coach & counsel sessions, maintaining performance logs, and conducting performance reviews
• Establishing initial department training as well as ongoing training on new systems, programs, and processes in the department
• Completing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous 1 year leadership experience at a high-end hotel
• Excellent knowledge of Front Office and Hotel procedures is an asset
• Previous Customer Service Experience is required
• General knowledge of key departments including Housekeeping and Maintenance is an asset
• Previous Opera PMS experience is required
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Windows applications is required
• University/College degree in a related discipline is an asset

Work Arrangement:

No remote work available

Employment Type:

Full-time employment opportunity

We are hiring qualified, experienced and enthusiastic English HOD who can join immediately to our team. An ideal candidate should fulfil requirements listed under Qualification and Requirements.

Job Description:

• To lead, manage and develop the provision of the Subject teaching and learning within the school and to ensure appropriate monitoring, analysis and evaluation.
• To lead the department’s strategic and operational development.
• To raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement within the whole curriculum area and to monitor and support pupil progress.
• To be accountable for pupil progress and development within the subject area. To develop and enhance the teaching practices of teachers.
• To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils.
• Providing opportunities of enrichment for gifted & talented and students with special needs.
• Experience in Strategic Planning & actively contribute towards SEF, SIP.
• Experience teaching English in UK curriculum school
• Conducting professional development trainings.
• Ensuring continued innovation in the teaching of English.
• To manage and deploy teaching/support staff, and physical resources within the department effectively to support the department development plan.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• M.A, B.Ed/Ph.D. in English, certificate should be attested from UAE.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Minimum 1 year experience in similar role.
• Experience as English HOD is highly preferred.
• Understanding of KHDA school inspection framework.
• Good leadership skills.
• Candidates who can join immediately will be prefered.

We are hiring a qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic English HOD who can join immediately to our team. An ideal candidate should fulfill the requirements listed under Qualification and Requirements.

Job Description:

• To lead, manage, and develop the provision of the subject teaching and learning within the school and to ensure appropriate monitoring, analysis, and evaluation.
• To lead the department's strategic and operational development.
• To raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement within the whole curriculum area and to monitor and support pupil progress.
• To be accountable for pupil progress and development within the subject area and to develop and enhance the teaching practices of teachers.
• To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum for pupils.
• Providing opportunities for enrichment for gifted & talented students and students with special needs.
• Experience in strategic planning and actively contribute towards SEF SIP.
• Experience teaching English in a UK curriculum school.
• Conducting professional development training.
• Ensuring continued innovation in the teaching of English.
• To manage and deploy teaching/support staff and physical resources within the department effectively to support the department development plan.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• M.A., B.Ed/Ph.D. in English; certificate should be attested from UAE.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Experience as English HOD is highly preferred.
• Understanding of KHDA school inspection framework.
• Good leadership skills.
• Candidates who can join immediately will be preferred.

Required Experience: Director

We are currently seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to join our CBSE School for the English HOD position. The preferred candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Possess a Master's degree along with a Bachelor of Education in English.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and a proficient command of the English language.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of KHDA regulations and CBSE academic standards.
• Accumulate a minimum of 4 years of experience in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development and educational trends.

Applicants must be physically present in the UAE, and preference will be given to those who can join immediately.

We're Hiring: Head of Technical Department

• Oversee and coordinate the installation of photovoltaic panels, ensuring projects are completed to the highest standards;
• Supervise and guide the installation team, providing assistance and troubleshooting as needed;
• Utilize electrical knowledge to ensure installations are safe, efficient, and compliant with all relevant regulations;
• Collaborate with the project manager and other departments to ensure smooth project execution.

• Proven experience in photovoltaic panel installation, with a solid understanding of electrical systems;
• Ability to lead, coordinate, and motivate a team of installers to deliver high-quality work;
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide hands-on support in challenging situations;
• Knowledge of safety protocols and industry standards related to solar panel installation;
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• Valid category B driver's license (mandatory).

• A dynamic work environment focused on growth, innovation, and sustainability;
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company;
• Competitive salary aligned with experience and responsibilities.

• Performance bonuses based on project completion and team efficiency;
• Career advancement opportunities in a rapidly growing industry.