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Job Title: Imam Location: United States Organization: Islamic Society of Cape Cod Position Overview: Islamic Society of Cape Cod is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Imam to lead religious activities, provide spiritual guidance, and engage with the community. The ideal candidate will have memorized the Quran, possess fluency in English, and fulfill other key responsibilities to support the congregation’s spiritual needs. Key Responsibilities: · Lead daily prayers (Salah) and deliver Friday Khutbahs (sermons). · Provide religious education and Quranic studies for community members. · Offer spiritual counseling to individuals and families. · Conduct Nikah (marriage ceremonies), Janazah (funeral services), and other Islamic rites. · Promote community engagement and foster a welcoming environment for all members. · Organize and oversee educational programs for children and adults. · Collaborate with the mosque leadership to develop programming and events. · Uphold and teach Islamic values and promote interfaith dialogue when necessary. Qualifications: · Hafiz of the Quran (memorized the entire Quran). · Fluency in English and proficiency in at least one other language (preferred). · Strong understanding of Islamic law (Shariah) and traditions. · Experience leading prayers and giving Khutbahs. · Ability to work with diverse members of the community and engage youth. · Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: · Previous experience serving as an Imam or in a leadership role within an Islamic organization. · Knowledge of community organizing and event management. · Comfortable working with mosque administration on financial or logistical matters. Compensation & Benefits: · Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, $46,800.00 in addition to the based salary a housing allowance from $22,000.00 to $24,000.00 · Additional benefits such as healthcare, and paid leave may be provided. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to info@islamicsocietyofcapecod.com azhamadto@gmail.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 per week Benefits: • Paid time off Schedule: • 8 hour shift Supplemental Pay: • Bonus opportunities • Tips Ability to Commute: • Hyannis, MA 02601 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Hyannis, MA 02601: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required) Work Location: In person

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Harvard Divinity School invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track appointment to the Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Chair of Contemporary Islamic Religion and Society. We seek a scholar whose work primarily focuses on Islam in Africa, including those who may broadly engage with the African Diaspora in Latin America and/or the Caribbean. The successful candidate will demonstrate, through research and teaching, the historical and contemporary legacy of African expressions of Islam. The candidate will be expected to teach courses in Islamic Studies broadly defined and be able to teach courses relevant to their area(s) of specialization such as (but not limited to) Sufism, literary studies, women and gender studies, Islamic intellectual traditions, Qur’an studies, Islamic art and architecture, transnational and transregional movements, politics, and modernity. The successful candidate will work closely with students in the Divinity School’s Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies, and Master of Religion in Public Life programs, as well as PhD candidates in the Study of Religion in the Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. The candidate will also be able to collaborate with other relevant units such as the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, the Department of African and African American Studies, and the Committee on the Study of Religion. Applications should be made online at academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/14223. Applications must include a CV, a cover letter, and writing sample. Candidates for untenured rank appointment (assistant and associate) should also provide the names and email addresses of three professional references who are prepared to submit letters of recommendations. The School may contact those persons directly at a later stage in the search. Review of applications will begin on January 13, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Letters of nomination are welcome. Applicants should address any questions regarding the position itself or the online application system to the search office. Please contact us at alwaleed-search@hds.harvard.edu. HDS is an equal opportunity, affirmative-action employer, and encourages applications and nominations of women and/or ethnic minority candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Job Title: Islamic Relief United Nations Representative Status: Full-time (Beginning of 2025 to end of 2026 – 2 years) Division: Public Affairs, Research and Advocacy (PARA) Location: New York (Remote) The Representative to the United Nations will lead and expand Islamic Relief USA’s (IRUSA) external relations in New York. The Representative will proactively identify and deliver on strategic opportunities to promote IRUSA’s work; lobby for and represent the organization externally; build networks with key stakeholders such as UN bodies, Permanent Missions, other NGOs/CSOs, journalists, foundations and major donors; and engage in NY-based policy dialogue and advocacy on issues such as humanitarian response, climate change and women’s rights. The Representative will also lead our planning and engagement for key events such as the annual UN General Assembly and CSW Summit. The position will report to the International Affairs Manager at IRUSA. The candidate must show commitment to Islamic Relief’s faith inspired values and principles as well as a commitment to the vision and mission of the organization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: External Relations: • Develops and implements a strategy to expand Islamic Relief’s brand and engagement in New York. • Actively identifies new opportunities and strategic areas of engagement for IRUSA’s public affairs, advocacy, media, fundraising and interfaith engagement. • Represents IRUSA to a range of high-level external stakeholders and speaks at public events and policy forums, as well as acting as media spokesperson when needed. • Builds, maintains and strengthens relations with stakeholders in New York including relevant UN agencies, Permanent Missions, NGOs/CSOs, interfaith groups, journalists, foundations and other major donors, through regular meetings, discussions, lobbying and networking. • Manages IRUSA’s engagement at key events such as the UN General Assembly and CSW Summit. • Plans and hosts events, and actively identifies opportunities for collaboration with faith and non-faith actors. • Engages with relevant policy dialogues to highlight our views and concerns on key issues such as forced displacement, women’s rights, climate change and humanitarian response in fragile contexts. • Initiates or leads meetings and seminars on programmatic or substantive issues, making sure to manage the preparation and briefings for all such meetings. • Develops or supports development of relevant products and messaging, such as factsheets, briefing papers and video messages. • Supports NY visits of senior IRUSA staff – such as the CEO, directors, trustees and program staff – including logistical arrangements, setting meetings and speaking slots, and preparing letters, briefs, talking points etc. Support to wider Islamic Relief global operations and country offices: • Brings extensive humanitarian experience and insight/analysis of UN systems and the New York context to inform key Islamic Relief colleagues about relevant global policy, political and institutional developments. • Participates in relevant calls and working groups, and collaborate with colleagues on how to effectively integrate learnings into wider global policy and practice. • Supports senior management to identify and manage reputational risk and crisis communications. • Liaises with External Relations and Public Affairs specialists in Washington DC to maximize impact and ensure alignment in our policies, messaging and engagement. • Supports the organization with relevant UN registration processes and reports. • Coordinate the flow of relevant information between UNHQ, Washington DC, and country offices. • Supports IRUSA’s NJ office and Virginia-based public affairs team at major events. • Performs other relevant duties as assigned. Qualifications and Competencies • Masters’ degree in a related field, such as international relations, political science, development or law, is highly preferred. • Minimum of 5-7 years’ relevant and progressively more senior work experience in a related field such as external relations, lobbying or advocacy, ideally with direct experience of working alongside or within the UN system. • Field experience in a humanitarian context overseas is a strong plus. • Understanding and experience of the humanitarian and non-profit policy sector, including a firm grasp of relevant legislative processes and accompanying policy and advocacy development procedures. • Clear understanding of global context and issues in countries in which Islamic Relief operates. • Comprehensive understanding of international and UN policies, and knowledge of the humanitarian and faith-based sector in New York. • Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain a wide range of stakeholder relationships, including high-level diplomats, politicians, major donors, foundations and journalists. • Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication and presentation skills, with the proven ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences. • Confident public speaker, with ability to digest information quickly and speak authoritatively on a wide range of topics. • Sound political judgement, analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strategic thinker, able to identify new opportunities and translate strategic thinking into actionable plans, outputs and tangible results. • Motivated self-starter able to work independently, managing own time and tasks to tight deadlines. • Experience in organizing issue-specific events, such as panel discussions, side events, conferences and press briefings. • Collaborative team player with an ability to support needs of different teams and partner offices, including programs and advocacy colleagues. • Commitment to Islamic Relief’s faith-based values, humanitarian principles, and our vision and mission. • Willing to work flexible hours as needed, including after business hours events and occasional weekends. • Ability to travel to Washington DC/Virginia, and conduct other overseas travel, including to field offices, as needed. • This is a limited term employment for the years mentioned. • Must be eligible to work in the United States. At Islamic Relief USA we are committed to safeguarding and protecting all individuals we come into contact with through our work. IRUSA representatives must adhere to its organizational values: Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice, and Custodianship. In accordance with these values, IRUSA operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Code of Ethics, and Anti-Harassment and Discrimination.

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• Possess a Masters Degree along with a Bachelor's in Education • Demonstrate strong leadership skills and proficient command of the English language • Have a comprehensive understanding of KHDA regulations and CBSE academic standards • A Minimum of 4 years of teaching experience in the UAE • Strong knowledge of curriculum development and educational trends. • A Minimum of 1 year teaching experience • Sponsor or spouse visa will be given preference

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Job Title: Headteacher School Name: Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls (“MIGSG”) School Type: Independent Islamic School Location: South Manchester, England Start Date: ASAP, latest by 21 April 2025 Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications. The Headteacher will be eligible for a performance-based bonus tied directly to maintaining and improving academic achievements and standards; and meeting financial targets by increasing student enrolment. This incentive plan is designed to incentivize the Headteacher to focus on strategic growth while ensuring the school’s academic and operational standards remain high. It rewards not just increasing numbers, but also the quality and sustainability of that growth. About Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls (MIGSG) is one of three independent Islamic schools within the Manchester Islamic Educational Trust Ltd. (MIET), established in 1991. The other schools in MIET are Kassim Darwish Grammar School for Boys, established in 1999, and Manchester Muslim Preparatory School, established in 1994. All of our schools are located in South Manchester, providing convenient access to excellent transport and road links. MIGSG is a small grammar school with approximately 280 girls aged 11-16. The school combines a faith-based education with the national curriculum, providing students with an excellent education in a safe and caring Islamic environment that encourages personal growth and individuality. At MIGSG, we strive to create a harmonious balance between academic rigor, sports, cultural activities, and community involvement. Our aim is to foster intellectual curiosity and social awareness in our students. While academic knowledge is essential, we believe that a true education challenges student to push the boundaries of their understanding. As part of MIET, MIGSG’s faith-based ethos influences every aspect of school life, creating a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere among staff and students. We are currently seeking a Headteacher for MIGSG to join as soon as possible. Given our Islamic foundation, this role is central to inspiring young girls to learn and practice Islam, making it essential for candidates to be practicing Muslims. This position is supported by a strong Senior Leadership Team with long-standing dedication to the school. Ordinarily, the Headteacher reports to the Executive Headteacher, but as she is retiring on 31st December 2024, the Headteacher at MIGSG will report to the CEO of the Trust until her successor is appointed. Looking to the future, MIGSG seeks an experienced, dynamic Headteacher to lead our dedicated staff and vibrant student body. The successful candidate will embody our core values of respect, resilience, and responsibility, with a clear vision for advancing academic standards, pastoral care and engagement with parents and the wider community. This is a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking leader to make a lasting impact at a school where tradition and innovation in learning work hand in hand. If you are passionate about shaping the next generation of learners and leaders, we warmly invite you to consider joining the MIGSG family. Application Process Interested candidates should provide a cover letter outlining their leadership experience and vision for Islamic education and complete the application form and submit these to pa@migsg.miet.uk. A Job Description and Person Specification are attached for further details. Key dates to note are: Submit applications by 13th November 2024 Shortlisting by: Tuesday, 19th November Interview dates: From 20th November to 4th December Safeguarding Recruitment Statement: We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including checks with past employers. Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 requires us to also carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to enable us to identify any incidents or issues which have happened and are publicly available online which we might want to explore at interview. Once shortlisting has taken place, this search will be carried out for all candidates who confirm they will attend an interview.  All applicants must be permitted to work in the UK and hold a relevant Passport / work permit where necessary. If you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 5 years, the Trust will also require additional information and a Certificate of Good Conduct /Police Clearance from the country abroad you worked/ stayed at, in order to comply with safer recruitment requirements. Any job offer will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of all the necessary pre-employment checks and receipt of satisfactory references.  This post will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 [exceptions] Order 1975 provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain convictions and cautions are considered protected. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers and, if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found in ‘Changes to the Criminal Records System November 2020.docx Page 2’ on the Ministry of Justice Website and the websites of charities NACRO and UNLOCK. At the shortlisting stage candidates will be required to complete a self- declaration form regarding their criminal record (unless ‘protected’) and will also be required to submit any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Any such information will be treated in strictest confidence and used only in consideration of the suitability of the post. Criminal convictions will not automatically exclude you from being considered unless they fall within the threshold of being relevant and unsuitability, and will be considered on a case by case basis or as defined by the Department for Education.     It is an offence to apply for a post engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from working with children. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes. Please note we will only contact shortlisted applicants.

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• Strategic Planning and Programme Management for IRB & its partner
• Programme Development, and Reporting for IRB
• Partnership & Stakeholder/Service Provider Management
• Developing the capacity of IRB Staff & Service provider
• Budget & Grant Management
• Advocacy,Networking, and Coordination

Activities • Represent IRB in the Bhasan Char Camp in collaboration with different project Managers and unit Lead/In charge. • Facilitate and lead mobilization process with field and technical teams upon receiving a new award, and ensure spending projections and forecasts, procurement plans, and work plans are all developed at the offset • Coordinate, monitor, and supervise all the projects at the Bhasan Char camp and provide recommendations/guidance to the project teams • Monitor/track spending across projects, reviewing projections compiled by Project Managers/lead • Develop, update, and regularly review IRB’s Humanitarian program (Bhasan char) operational analysis, consolidating inputs from various units. • Provide technical inputs to review programme strategy, annual work plans, projections, spending, and achievements towards targets to ensure timely and quality implementation. • Organize project inception meetings and periodic project review meetings (mid and final) following the initial mobilization meeting to ensure progress is on track • Monitor and supervise different projects being implemented in Bhasan Char, prepare reports, and provide recommendations and guidance to project staff • Manage a comprehensive activity plan for the designated project(s), including resource needs analysis, covering the time frame of the project proposal • Guide Project Manager & Other Subordinates in day-to-day decision making as requested • Ensure regular monitoring and evaluation assessments against project objectives are conducted and reports made for donors • Oversee project implementation and interact closely with project participants and relevant stakeholders to develop impact stories through field visits. • Ensure day-to-day observation, monitoring, and follow-up of all project activities mentioned in the annual action plan and directed by program management • Conduct regular team meetings and share the knowledge & findings to ensure effective program implementation • Pro-actively Identify opportunities such as the announced call for proposals (CFP/RFP), request for submission of EOIs, etc., from different bilateral, multilateral, and UN donors and other unsolicited funding organizations through team formation, work plan development, monitoring of progress through periodic formal progress review • Review all proposals and program budgets, when necessary, compile proposal inputs from the team members, and assemble final proposal documents before donor submission • Ensure timely submission of high-quality proposals and supporting documentation. • Review progress reports, project completion reports, etc. for different projects and components of IRB as per the reporting schedules and templates and provide support in ensuring timely reporting to donors • Strengthen current donor relations and build partnerships with new donors to support continued donor/portfolio diversification • Work with the Programme Manager to contribute to new program development, including both narratives and budgets, by coordinating and compiling inputs from other technical and support staff. • In collaboration with other departments/Units, ensure appropriate management systems are in place in Bhsanchar including, but not limited to, monitoring & accountability, financial oversight, security, health and safety, and Procurement & Log • Provide regular analysis of the context and humanitarian situation for developing project proposals and safety assessments in cooperation with the CMT. • Contribute to the strategic direction of programming through active and ongoing participation in planning meetings and developing strategic documents. • Support the evaluation, documentation, and communication of learning within the organization and seek to share that learning with key stakeholders. • Assist in conducting research, study, data collection and impact assessment as per (MEAL) framework and ensure quality implementation • Maintain regular correspondences with the existing partners WFP, and UNICEF, and make joint visits to the food distribution points and schools to ensure quality and standards are maintained according to their policies. • Work with the senior program team to identify current high-priority partners for individual initiatives and projects, their current approaches to partnership development and management, and their near- and long-term goals for current and desired partnerships besides developing a partnership development and management process that meets multiple internal needs • With input from appropriate stakeholders, develop a framework for a prioritized list of strategic partnerships for the Foundation as a whole that will be managed at the central level. • Develop a partnership management system that ensures we continually capture knowledge about our strategic partners (e.g. organization charts, current projects, our understanding of their goals). This partnership management system will likely combine management processes tailored to our work and organization. • Ensuring appropriate follow-up is required from the program team of the partner to ensure smooth project intervention implementation & as well as Free from all zero tolerance issues. • Ensuring that partners are adequately trained and developed for their roles & Compliances. • Provide leadership and direction to the Team through proactive engagement, communication, and direction • Ensure all personnel-related issues for the designated project(s) staff are carried out by IRB policies/guidelines. This includes recruitment, performance appraisal, objective setting, development and training, disciplinary action, etc. • Develop strategic objectives and work plans, IAP of the unit through the active participation of the team members. • Ensuring that each team member fully understands the expected outcomes and that they are aware of the success criteria that pertain to their work. • Ensuring that work is planned and organized to meet staff's needs at the Islamic Relief Field Office and in project areas in the most cost-effective manner possible. • Ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently. • Supporting team members to enable them to give their best e.g. by encouraging and praising good performance, Coaching, assisting staff to prevent or resolve problems, and providing resources, tools, and equipment. • Monitoring and reviewing performance and, in particular, holding staff accountable for meeting the success criteria and delivering any improvement goals that have been identified; giving corrective feedback where required, and taking decisive action in the case of poor performance. • Ensuring that staff is adequately trained and developed for their roles e.g., by analyzing staff training needs, organizing the delivery of training or coaching, and coordinating the sharing of experience. • To train partner staff, especially in program/project implementation. • Designing and developing training and development Schedules & plans based on the organization’s and the individual's needs. • Hold regular team meetings and, through a consultative leadership style and a transparent, honest and supportive communication structure, develop and build an effective team • Supports project staff in complying with Child Safeguarding Policy, Policy on fraud and Anti-Corruption • Orient the staff on the management decisions, change of policies of IR • Serve as the primary budget approver for operational and program costs • Review procurement documentation to ensure audit readiness. • Responsible for ensuring all costs charged to the project are allowable, reasonable, and correctly allocated, providing oversight and quality assurance. • Ensure effective and coordinated budget monitoring/spending reviews occur regularly, coordinating with teams • Guide programs and operations teams in monitoring and tracking burn rate to ensure proper management • Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders in Bhasan char, including the ARRRC office, CIC office, Navy, INGOs, UN agencies, different bilateral multilateral donors, and other unsolicited funding organizations • Represent IRB Bhasanchar in external coordination, networking, donor relations, and other forums. • Actively participate in relevant networks/task groups on specific issues and represent in the sector meetings • Ensure regular and effective communications are maintained within the program, and with the Programme Manager including finance, HRMD, and other departments. • Ensure program visibility through quality reporting and contributing to IR webpages and annual reviews. • Implement a respective program communications strategy for key external stakeholders and identify avenues for engagement. • Ensure strong cooperation with partners and suppliers for effective and contract-compliant program implementation. • Support and coordinate the implementation and ongoing development of IRB’s new stakeholder engagement strategy and associated policy, working with other IRB colleagues • Responsible for the development and implementation of seasonal (Winterization, Ramadan & Qurbani) & emergency response programs if required • Manage and ensure the integration & compliance of IR policies as well as codes, good practices & frameworks of other relevant sectors - administrative, health, safety, security, etc.; • Regularly review the existing guidelines and add new ones as necessary to ensure compliance with legislation or where desirable as good practice. • Implement the safeguarding policy by implementing a safeguarding culture across all program levels. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise in safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment • Responsible for ensuring team members are appropriately trained, supported, and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned following the safeguarding policy and procedure • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure if any reportable incident occurs, and encourage others to do so. • Responsible for seasonal (Ramadan, Winter & Qurbani) & emergency response programs if require. • Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor. Person Specification: The post holder must show a good understanding and sympathy with the Islamic values and principles and commitment to Islamic Relief Worldwide's vision and mission. Essential: Knowledge, Skill & Qualification: • Master's Degree in Development Studies, Social Science, Disaster Management, or any other relevant discipline. • Practical and extensive financial, Human Resources, and administration management. • Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies, local and international staff. • Ability to understand complex security situations and advise program design accordingly • Excellent written and spoken English; ability to draft high-quality proposals as well as donor reports • External stakeholder management (especially with local authorities) • Proven Expertise in Microsoft Word/ Excel/PowerPoint/ • Excellent Coordination/Advocacy/Networking/Communication Skills • Facilitation & Decision-Making Skill • Problem Solving & Thought/thematic Leadership skills. • Ability to think strategically • Disposition of a team player. Experience • Minimum 12 Years of experience; out of which, at least 5 years of managerial experience • Substantial work experience in the areas of emergency, protection, and camp/cluster management, especially with displaced/refugees and host communities can substitute education qualification • Experience in grant writing and fundraising, experience working with the major donors: EU, Forum Syd, OFDA, ECHO, DFID, UN Agencies, etc. • Experience with relevant donor guidelines Desirable: Demonstrates the flexibility and energy that is required for a high level of self-management and awareness Apply Instruction: If you believe your qualifications, exposure, and experience match our requirements, and you are dedicated to upholding the values and principles of Islamic Relief, please download the Application Form from the official website (islamicrelief.org.bd), and send the filled-out form to recruits@islamicrelief-bd.org on or before the closing date(December 16, 2024). Please mention only “Position Name” as the subject of the e-mail. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES: Islamic Relief Bangladesh considers diversity in the workplace and is a committed equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of race, family/ marital status, ethnicity, disability, class, caste, or religion.

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