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Job Description – Centre Manager
Reporting directly to the Centre Management Board, the Centre Manager is responsible for the overall management and administration of the day-to-day functions of the Centre.
Manager responsibilities include three institutions: Islamic Centre of Waterloo (Waterloo), Hespeler Masjid (Hespeler/Cambridge) and Masjid Aisha (Guelph).
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop annual strategic plan and budget for the Centre, implement the plan and report on its progress to the Centre Management Board on monthly basis
- Implement the organization’s strategies through the Centre and ensure National objectives are met
- Plan and administer regular programming and special events for the Centre; responsible for the creation of procedures for the day-to-day operations and activities of the Centre
- Oversee all Centre expenditures and revenues; prepare and submit monthly financial report to Head Office
- Coordinate tasks with Centre committee and subcommittees
- Recruit staff and volunteers as required by coordinating with Head Office
- Implement the organization’s rules and policies in the Centre
- Supervise and oversee work of the Imam and all other employees and contractors of the Centre, perform their annual evaluation, and prepare and submit the evaluation to the Centre Management Board
- Represent the Centre in dealing with the community and the government
- Maintain all official records and documents, and ensure compliance with government regulations
- In coordination with Head Office, manage the Centre’s website and maintain online presence, including the various forms of social media
- Provide overall direction in fundraising; participate in fundraising activities by travelling overseas, writing solicitation letter, coordinating events, public speaking, working with donors, and stimulating activities of others in direct fundraising
- May represent the Centre in specific cases only when delegated by the Centre Management Board
- Attend the Centre Management Board meetings as non-voting member
- Prepare reports as requested by the MAC Executive Director
- Other duties as required
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Self motivated, hard working and dedicated
- Strong interpersonal skills; proven personnel management skills; able to involve members of the community in public activities and projects
- Experience in management of non-profit projects in North American or a Western country
- Knowledge of basic budget preparation and finance
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective public relations
- Team oriented and seeks advice from others
- Strong interest and enthusiasm for MAC’s vision
Other Requirements
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Must be available to work irregular hours as needed
- Possess a valid driver’s license issued by the province of Ontario and have access to an insured vehicle
Working Conditions: Office Environment
Salary and Benefits: Dependent upon experience and qualifications
Starting Date: Immediately
How to Apply: Submit your cover letter and resume to manager@icw.macnet.ca
We wish to thank all those who have applied but we will communicate only with those candidates selected for interviews.
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community and you are contributing to the future of the Muslim community. Working with the Muslim Association of Canada, you will discover more than a job – you will enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.
Job Description
The Imam is foremost a community leader. He is a highly motivated individual who regularly takes initiative to serve the growing needs of the Muslim community. The Imam will serve as a spiritual and community leader, and be entrusted with a great responsibility, firstly before Allah, and secondly before the community.
The imam will help the Mosque create a relationship with the community and reach out to the public at large. He must be able to engage with all sections of the community, particularly the youth. He must embody the teachings of Islam based on the Qur’an, the authentic Sunnah and the understanding of the companions, and articulate the religion within a modern context. The Imam must have a good understanding of current affairs and the position of Muslims in Canada in the 21st Century, and be able to present Islam in today’s language.
The Imam will report directly to the Manager and the Management Board and his responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Duties and Responsibilities
- Leads the daily prayers at the Mosque
- Leads Jum’ah prayer and gives at least one khutbah a week
- Leads Eid Prayers and gives the khutbah except when there is a guest khateeb
- Leads the Taraweeh prayers in Ramadan
- Provides funeral services and guidance
- Provides matrimonial and divorce counseling and services
- Provides counseling and guidance services as needed
- Teaches Qur’anic studies, tajwid, tafsir, hadith, seerah, fiqh and others as required
- Participates in the community activities that further good interfaith and public relations for Islam and Muslims
- Acts as a resource person for other activities that the community organizes, including MAC events and religious training for MAC members
- Work with the Mosque management and other staff members to run various Mosque services
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree or PhD in an Islamic discipline from a reputable university
- Memorized the Qur’an to be able to lead the jama’ah prayers
- Excellent recitation skills of the Qur’an, including mastery of tajwid rules, and a good recitation voice
- High level of knowledge in Islamic disciplines, including tafsir of the Qur’an, the seerah of the Prophet Muhammad (on whom be peace), hadith and its collection and usage, and aqidah
- Knowledge of fiqh to teach and counsel the community on matters of Islamic jurisprudence, including general awareness of the differences of opinions among different schools of fiqh
- Experience in an Islamic leadership position in North America or a Western country. Firsthand knowledge of Western culture is important
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in delivering Jumu’ah Khutbahs (Friday ceremony) and public lectures in English. Should have an engaging public speaking style and a dynamic personality
- Experience or training in interfaith relations. Should be able to introduce Islam to people of other faiths
- Experience or training in family counseling
Desirable Qualifications
- Training in conflict prevention and resolution
- Capacity to represent the Muslim community and speak to the media
- Ability to conduct fundraising programs
- Experience in planning and executing Islamic educational programs
- Experience in planning and executing outreach and da’wah programs
- Experience n teaching and counseling women and youth
- Experience in providing funeral services
Expectations
- The Imam is expected to work about 40 hours per week
- The Imam is expected to maintain regular and convenient office hours at the Mosque for members of the community who seek counsel and guidance
- The Imam shall interact with all persons and organizations, Muslim and non-Muslim, in a manner that reflects positively on the Muslim Association of Canada and the Mosque
- The Imam shall conduct himself at all times in ways that foster unity and a sense of inclusion among all members of the local Muslim community, and promote broad participation in Islamic and community activities
- The Imam shall not discriminate on the basis of madhhab, gender, race, nationality, ethnic origin, citizenship, political affiliation, or economic status
- The imam shall conduct himself at all times in a manner that is respectful of the history and diversity of the local Muslim community and must show sensitivity to the needs of the local population
- Your resume.
- 1-minute audio recording for Quran Recitation
- 5-minutes video recording for a short Khutbah (In English)
Application Deadline
Open until position is filled
Muslim Association of Canada is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA). Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations, if needed. Members of our team will consult and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience
- Provide superior level support as required by the Management
- Create and deliver programs for ICW
- Receive, screen and transfer telephone calls and correspondence
- Maintain, administer and process changes in the databases; produce reports
- Coordinate meetings and events: send notices and invitations, arrange catering, room bookings, meeting participants, travel and other duties as required; post meeting follow-up as required
- Provide logistical support, as required, for projects and special events
- Advanced written and spoken (English) communication and administrative skills; excellent telephone manner
- Computer literacy including MS Office products: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
- Exceptional time-management, planning and administrative skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Demonstrate high level of confidentiality, diplomacy, sound judgment and discretion when dealing with various stakeholders
- High School or University students preferred but not a requirement.
Islamic Centre of Waterloo (ICW) is looking for a janitor/custodian to work in the Masjid twice weekly.
If interested, please email your resume to manager@icw.macnet.ca
Note: payment is through payroll. No cash
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