• Provide imagination and inspiration in developing educational programs consistent with the emerging needs of the dynamic and diverse Muslim-American community and the broader North American population.
• Engage in innovative resourcing for funding and philanthropy through personal contacts and the current digital environment, ensuring continued sustainability and growth.
• Strengthen our faculty and administration with compassionate leadership, prophetic values, and audacious foresight.
• Be a compelling public intellectual who embodies and articulates the mission, messages, and values of TISA, while serving as the principal voice for the Seminary in the public arena.

• Take the idea of “text and context” seriously, by emphasizing that one must have a sophisticated, deep, and nuanced working knowledge of our sacred texts coupled with the ability to understand and operate effectively in various local contexts while applying necessary “people skills”.
• Believe that a verified level of Arabic and Qur’anic proficiency must be required for our upcoming religious leadership as a key to maintaining our deep spiritual roots in this country.
• Are more reflective of the broad cultural and religious diversity of the men and women who make up the Muslim-American community.
• Represent decades of experience in developing, governing, and running inclusive Islamic centers and other non-profit institutions with an emphasis on professional development and clinical skill acquisition as needed.
• Have decades of experience in higher education as faculty and administration with a focus on quality, accessibility, and curriculum development.

• The President will exemplify good Islamic character and have passion around TISA commitments acting as a vibrant public intellectual and the face of TISA. The President will embody and articulate the mission and messages of TISA. The President will be a great storyteller, communicator, and spokesperson.
• The President will have proven successful in institution-building within a relevant organizational context with the requisite financial expertise and a proven record of resource development that can help TISA achieve sustainability and growth. The President will deploy diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within an Islamic framework.
• The President will engage and guide the students, faculty, staff, board, and community towards a vision, goals, and priorities that reflect and enhance the unique potential of North America in general and the Muslim-American community in particular. The President will be a generous listener, relationship builder, and effective communicator who empowers high performance and collaboration.
• The President will create space for the development and implementation of new and viable models for Islamic leadership education. By leveraging TISA’s assets and passion, collaborative partnerships, new ideas, and strategic risk-taking, the President will be a catalyst for creating a new and viable Islamic leadership education that will ensure TISA’s strength, vibrancy, and impact for coming generations.
• The President will regularly report to the Board on the activities he/she engages in to achieve the above.

• The President will be Islamically-focused while being culturally competent about the world, religious landscapes, theological education, and higher education.
• The President will have a strong, relevant track record, and demonstrable passion for TISA, its uniqueness, and its potential.

• A Master’s Degree, with a doctorate preferred. A degree in Islamic Studies, Chaplaincy, Comparative Religion, Ministry, or a related field would be a plus. Candidates with an MBA or JD are also eligible to apply.

Executive Officer (5-Month Contract: September 2025 – January 2026) – Education Division

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum Diploma in Islamic Studies from recognized institutions.
• Accredited under ARS, preferably under Tier 1 category.
• A team player with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to multitask and work independently.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other office management tools and applications.
• Experience in programme administration or content development is an advantage.

• strongly support our vision, value and faith ethos;
• hold qualifications in English and Maths are level 2 or higher, along with further relevant qualifications at level 3 or higher (for EYFS posts, a qualification from the DfE’s EYFS Qualifications List is required);
• are enthusiastic and warm practitioners who are highly motivated and creative;
• have attained a high level of proficiency in supporting pupil learning, particularly in the teaching of phonics, reading, writing and maths;
• have great collaborative and time management skills which has been demonstrated in previous positions;
• are committed to school improvement and to raising standards through partnerships with other schools;
• are committed to safeguarding children and are suitable to work with them;
• Would be positive & enthusiastic role models for our pupils and staff members.

About Zakat Foundation of America

Position Overview: Accountant

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process invoices, reimbursements, and procurement forms
• Maintain accounts payable records and vendor balances
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Review documentation and approvals before payment
• Reconcile credit card transactions
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing

Accounts Receivable / Donor Relations

• Enter daily donations into the database accurately
• Communicate with donors and matching gift companies
• Handle donation receipts and donor updates
• Coordinate with the Orphan Sponsorship Manager
• Generate reports, letters, and mailing materials
• Manage returned mail and update donor records

Foreign (Overseas) Office Accounts

• Reconcile country office journals and program budgets
• Ensure accuracy and procedural compliance in reporting
• Coordinate with program managers on budget adjustments
• Support procurement systems and financial oversight
• Identify discrepancies or fraud; conduct internal audits
• Prepare financial reports as needed by the CFO

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience
• Nonprofit experience preferred (1–2 years)
• Solid understanding of FASB & GAAP standards
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
• Proficient in databases and spreadsheets (Excel)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage large volumes of data accurately
• High attention to detail and professional judgment
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States

Work Environment

• Office-based (Bridgeview, IL)
• Drug-free and smoke-free environment
• Frequent computer and phone use
• Equal Opportunity Employer

How to Apply

• Full UK driving license
• Willingness to some sleep-ins
• Work full time flexible
• Work under pressure with efficiency
• Caring, patient, and understanding
• Excellent organisation skills
• Training in challenging behaviour
• A good knowledge of Austim
• Ability to work alongside family
• Cook south Asian food
• Good knowledge of basic management of health care

• Muslim
• Cook asian meals (halal)
• Other essential qualities
• Respect and awareness of Islamic values, as the family practices the Islamic faith
• This is a rewarding role for someone who is reliable, respectful, and committed to making a difference to a young adult with complex health needs, challenging behaviour, nonverbal.

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Understanding challenging behaviour
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid
• Hand hygiene
• Autism / Aspergers

• Full UK driving license
• Can drive a motability equipped car

• Safe Administration of Medication

MASJID TAWHID LEYTON – WE’RE HIRING

Join Our Team

• Madrasah Teachers
• Hifdh Teachers

Requirements

• Quran Proficiency
• Effective English
• Good Islamic Understanding
• Competitive Salary

• Chaplaincy Models and Methods
• Theology and Scripture for Chaplaincy
• Ethics for Chaplaincy
• Sociology and Psychology for Chaplains
• Islamic Pastoral Theology
• Elective course in candidate's chaplaincy specialization

• Start Date: July 1, 2026
• Rank: Open
• Contract: Term contracts renewable through faculty review process
• Residency: Hartford County proximity highly preferred; required for full-time positions
• Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Letter of application
• Current curriculum vitae
• Three letters of reference (submitted directly by recommenders)