Coordinator of Muslim Life
Kenyon College · Gambier, OH · Yesterday
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Part-time position (12-15 hrs/week) during the academic year (August-May), located in Gambier, OH. This role is non-exempt and does not include benefits.
About the role
The Office of Spiritual and Religious Life at Kenyon College is seeking a Coordinator of Muslim Life to support the mission of the Chaplains by empowering students to explore spiritual and religious identities, deepen their understanding of themselves, and build connections with each other.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the needs of the Kenyon Muslim Community.
- Manage Thomas House to ensure the facilities are functional for Muslim life.
- Build a sense of community among the diverse Muslim populations on campus.
- Cultivate a space and relationships where Muslim students can explore questions of faith and identity.
- Proactively assess and respond to the needs of Muslim students.
- Act as a liaison between the Muslim community and college administrators.
- Organize events to educate the campus community about Muslim faith and tradition.
- Communicate with and educate AVI staff regarding Halal menu items.
- Coordinate observance of Muslim holidays, particularly Ramadan.
- Enhance interfaith engagement among Muslim students.
- Attend regularly scheduled meetings of the Kenyon Interfaith Partnership and encourage student participation in interfaith events.
- Collaborate with the chaplains to plan and execute programs that celebrate spirituality and exploration of faith on campus.
- Partner with other departments (ODEI, CGE, Residential Life, etc.) to support students across intersecting identities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Demonstrated programming experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Islam and intercultural competency.
Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of religious diversity and interfaith partnership.
- Excellent ability to be collaborative and work as part of a team.
- Experience working with marginalized groups/identities.
- Ability to foster community amongst people of diverse backgrounds and spiritual worldviews.