Head of Department Humanities
A Head of Department Humanities is responsible for key functions within their domain of expertise. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across UAE with 2 recent postings.
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Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 14,000 AED | 24,500 AED | 37,500 AED | 52,500 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 13,500 SAR | 23,000 SAR | 36,000 SAR | 50,000 SAR |
| Qatar | 14,500 QAR | 25,500 QAR | 39,500 QAR | 54,500 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,150 KWD | 2,000 KWD | 3,100 KWD | 4,300 KWD |
| Oman | 1,300 OMR | 2,200 OMR | 3,450 OMR | 4,750 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,200 BHD | 2,100 BHD | 3,250 BHD | 4,500 BHD |
How Head of Department Humanities pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- GEMS Education
Active markets
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<h4>Job description</h4> <p>GEMS Al Barsha National School is seeking an experienced, passionate, and forward
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thinking Head of Humanities (Geography specialization) to lead our high
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solving, and confidence among students.</p> <h4>Key responsibilities:</h4> <li>Provide strategic and academic leadership for the Humanities department, ensuring alignment with whole
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year legacy of excellence and a global reputation as one of the largest and most awarded private education providers, GEMS Education integrates cutting
What is the average Head of Department Humanities salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Head of Department Humanities in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Head of Department Humanities salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Head of Department Humanities salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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