Director of Innovation and Educational Technology

Position Overview Director of Innovation and Educational Technology - GEMS School - Dubai, UAE. GEMS School in Dubai is seeking a Director of Innovation and Educational Technology to lead whole-school digital transformation and innovation strategy. This senior leadership role will drive AI integration, EdTech advancement, STEAM development, and research-informed pedagogy across all phases, ensuring future-ready learning outcomes aligned with the school's excellence plan. Job Details - Country: UAE - City: Dubai - Industry: Education - Function: Management - Salary: monthly (Market estimated) - Gender: Any Candidate - Nationality: Any - Job Type: Full-time Key Responsibilities - Lead and implement the school-wide innovation and digital learning strategy - Identify and integrate emerging trends including AI, EdTech, STEAM, and experiential learning - Manage innovation projects from planning through evaluation across all phases - Promote research-informed and evidence-based teaching practices - Support project-based learning, design thinking, and interdisciplinary curriculum models - Collaborate with Heads of Department to embed critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and digital literacy - Launch pilot initiatives and scale successful innovation programs - Design and deliver professional development focused on modern pedagogy and digital transformation - Establish student innovation programs such as coding clubs, makerspaces, and entrepreneurship initiatives - Organize innovation challenges, exhibitions, and hackathons - Develop partnerships with universities, technology firms, and industry leaders - Present strategic reports and progress updates to Senior Leadership Team - Ensure safeguarding and compliance with all school policies Ideal Profile - Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field - Minimum four years UAE experience in educational technology leadership - Proven record of managing innovation and digital transformation projects in schools - Strong strategic planning and problem-solving abilities - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Collaborative leadership style with positive professional disposition - Valid enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance Skills Set - Educational technology leadership - AI and EdTech integration - STEAM programme development - Project management and implementation - Professional learning design - Data-driven innovation planning - Cross-functional collaboration Why Join Us - Competitive tax-free leadership salary in Dubai - Fully furnished accommodation package - Free schooling for eligible dependents - Comprehensive private medical insurance - Annual airfare to home country - End of service gratuity as per UAE labor law - Access to GEMS Rewards offering lifestyle and retail benefits - Opportunity to shape innovation within a globally recognized education group About the Company GEMS Education is a leading global education provider headquartered in Dubai, operating a diverse portfolio of British and international curriculum schools. Known for academic excellence and forward-thinking educational models, GEMS invests in digital transformation, AI integration, and future-focused learning environments. Leaders at GEMS benefit from structured professional growth, international career mobility, and the opportunity to influence education innovation across the UAE and beyond.

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