Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is a faith-based humanitarian relief and development organisation working to save and transform the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people. Established in 1984, with an active presence in over 45 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disasters. IRUK’s focus is strengthening effective funding, mobilising for change through advocacy and awareness-raising, and strengthening programme development and delivery. IRUK works with various partners and institutions, from governments, non-governmental organisations and local authorities to grassroots communities.
Islamic Relief UK (IRUK) is actively recruiting for the position of ‘Junior Mosque Engagement Officer – North West’ to be based from its Manchester Office.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Junior Mosque Engagement Officer supports their regional team in developing and managing relationships with a network of mosques and community organisations/partners, as well as Mosque committees.
The successful candidate must have:
* Experience and confidence with public speaking and announcements
* Previous experience of community engagement role (particularly with mosques).
* Experience of engaging and working with different levels management within mosques/Islamic Centres/Islamic Organisations (e.g. mosque chair, Imams, and board members).
* Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
* Willingness to travel and work outside normal office hours.
* Ability to represent Islamic Relief in a wide range of situations.
* Strong motivation and empathy towards the aims and objectives of the organisation.
* Experience of organising events and supervisory skills.
* Excellent work attendance and punctuality record.
* Strong presentation, negotiating and networking skills.
* Ability to work under pressure, be self-motivating and deliver to target.
* IT literate with ability to use MS packages, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
* Strong organisational skills i.e. ability to prioritise and plan work, set and achieve deadlines, establish and maintain monitoring systems etc.
* Have a flexible approach to work.