At a Glance
- Tasks: Support community engagement through project management and strategic planning.
- Company: Join the Islamic Society of Britain, a vibrant charity since 1990.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, professional development, networking opportunities, and meaningful community impact.
- Other info: Work remotely with occasional events; perfect for students seeking impactful experience.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the British Muslim community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills, communication abilities, and experience with digital tools.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
The Islamic Society of Britain (ISB), a community-based registered charity established in 1990, is seeking a Project & Strategy Officer to support its mission of serving and engaging the British Muslim community. This is a freelance, self-employed contractor position offering approximately 16 hours of work per week on average (with weekly fluctuations), fully remote within the UK with occasional in-person attendance at key events. The role requires flexibility for evening and weekend work to align with volunteer availability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Internal Operations: Collaborate with the Operations Lead to develop internal resources, training materials, speaker databases, and volunteer onboarding processes.
- Strategy & Funding: Identify growth opportunities through partnerships and new collaborations; evaluate and propose outreach and impact improvements; identify and pursue funding opportunities including grant writing.
- Event Management: Coordinate event logistics including speaker and venue outreach, ticketing management, poster creation, and communications.
- Digital & Online Content: Manage Zoom session scheduling, online course logistics, website and calendar updates, blog content, event publicity, and video recording and editing for the ISB YouTube channel.
- Communications: Create and manage monthly newsletters and mailing lists; develop PowerPoint marketing materials; design event promotional materials.
- Governance & Compliance: Support ISB's safeguarding by ensuring activities align with organizational policies and best practices.
Required Skills & Qualities:
- Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strategic thinking and critical evaluation ability.
- Proficiency with Zoom, PowerPoint, website management, and email platforms.
- Adaptability to varying schedules including evenings and weekends.
- Willingness to travel for key in-person events.
- Ability to represent ISB professionally at events and meetings.
- Attention to detail.
- Experience working with or volunteering in Muslim organizations is preferred.
What ISB Offers:
- Networking with influential community leaders and organizations.
- Funded access to professional development and training.
- Opportunities to host and chair talks with invited speakers.
- Annual team social events.
- Development of leadership and teamwork skills.
- The chance to contribute meaningfully to a purpose-driven organization led by passionate young professionals serving the British Muslim community.
Project & Strategy Officer employer: Deen
At Muslim Charities Forum, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions diversity and inclusion while fostering a collaborative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored professional development opportunities, ensuring that our team members can thrive in their roles and contribute meaningfully to the community. Located in the heart of London, we offer a supportive environment where your voice matters, and your efforts directly impact policy and advocacy for Muslim-led organisations.
