At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead outreach initiatives and build relationships to support LGBTQ+ Muslims across the UK.
- Company: Join Hidayah, a passionate organisation dedicated to community engagement and advocacy.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and make a real difference in the community.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be a key player in promoting inclusivity and representation for LGBTQ+ Muslims.
- Qualifications: Understanding of community outreach and strong communication skills are essential.
Are you passionate about community engagement, advocacy, and building meaningful partnerships? Join Hidayah as a National Outreach Officer Trustee in this voluntary role and help strengthen support networks for LGBTQ+ Muslims across the UK.
The National Outreach Officer Trustee leads on developing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders, community organisations, and outreach partners. The role supports Hidayah’s national growth and helps ensure LGBTQ+ Muslims can access inclusive support, representation, and community connections.
What are we looking for?
- Essential Knowledge & Experience
- Understanding of community outreach, partnership working, or stakeholder engagement.
- Knowledge of equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding principles.
- Experience working in voluntary, community, or LGBTQ+ spaces (desirable).
- Ability to work at both strategic and operational levels.
- Essential Skills & Attributes
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence networking with diverse communities and organisations.
- Good organisational and planning abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Professional, approachable, and proactive attitude.
- Good IT and administrative skills.
What will you be doing?
- Act as a key point of contact between Hidayah and external organisations, community groups, and stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with LGBTQ+ organisations, faith groups, educational institutions, and community networks.
- Promote Hidayah’s events, campaigns, and services across relevant communities and platforms.
- Lead outreach initiatives to engage underrepresented LGBTQ+ Muslim communities, including trans and intersex individuals.
- Develop, coordinate, and support a national network of outreach volunteers and representatives.
- Work collaboratively with external organisations to provide signposting and access to wellbeing, legal, financial, and community support services.
- Represent Hidayah at events, workshops, panels, and educational opportunities where appropriate.
- Encourage inclusive dialogue, partnership working, and stronger engagement across LGBTQ+ and faith communities.
- Support the growth, visibility, and positive representation of Hidayah nationally.
National Outreach Officer - Volunteer employer: Hidayah
Hidayah is an exceptional employer for those passionate about community engagement and advocacy, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of LGBTQ+ Muslims across the UK. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity, Hidayah fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages personal and professional growth, while providing valuable networking opportunities within diverse communities. As a volunteer National Outreach Officer Trustee, you will play a pivotal role in shaping support networks and enhancing representation, all within a supportive and dynamic environment.
