Religious Director

Responsibilities

• Masjid Engagements: Lead micro-halaqas after Fajr on Weekends and Isha prayers daily to provide spiritual guidance and foster reflection.
• Deliver one Jummah khutbah each week, ensuring they are relevant, engaging, and resonate with diverse age groups and audiences.
• Host a Friday evening community halaqa, encouraging dialogue and connection within the community.
• Actively connect with community members through regular outreach and personal engagement.
• Weekend School: Provide overall supervision of the weekend school, ensuring its growth and excellence.
• Mentor students to promote character development and leadership.
• Review and enhance the curriculum to align with Islamic principles and contemporary needs.
• Coordinate class rotations with the Imam for student Q&A sessions.
• Garden of Knowledge Academy: Advisory and religious leadership for Gardens of Knowledge, teaching at least 1 Gardens of Knowledge course(s).
• Counseling: Provide counseling services to community members and youth.
• Develop written protocols and maintain confidential records for all counseling sessions.
• Interfaith/Outreach: Advising and supporting interfaith events through the chairs of key committees (Religious, Interfaith, Youth, Social Services, Communications/Marketing) to coordinate efforts and recruit volunteers.
• Fundraising Assistance: Collaborate with key donors and inspire small groups to support MCGP initiatives.
• Perform Nikahs and Janazas, if needed as back-up, ensuring they are conducted with professionalism and adherence to Islamic traditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies, Education, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Proven experience in youth leadership and community engagement.
• Strong knowledge of Islamic principles and ability to relate them to contemporary issues.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.