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Maulana - SJMMJ Leicester

The Fazil Maulana will serve as the religious and spiritual guide for the Muslim Shia Jafri community at SJMMJ Leicester.

Role Overview

Ensuring that all religious, educational, and community affairs align with the teachings of Shia Jafri Mashayakhi. Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the Maulana will play a key role in fostering spiritual growth, community cohesion, and interfaith relations.

Key Responsibilities

Religious and Educational Duties
  • Deliver engaging sermons, classes, and lessons on Islamic teachings to enhance religious knowledge and spiritual development. Specifically during the month of Muharram.
  • Provide guidance on Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh), Aqeedah, Hadith, and Sunnah to the community.
  • Lead daily, Friday (Jumu'ah), and Eid prayers, ensuring adherence to Shia Jafri Mashayakhi principles.
  • Offer Islamic counselling to individuals and families, addressing spiritual, personal, and social matters.
  • Conduct funeral rites (Janazah), providing necessary religious and emotional support.
  • Organize and implement holistic educational and extracurricular programs for all age groups in collaboration with relevant committees.
Community Engagement and Interfaith Relations
  • Participate in local community activities, fostering positive interfaith, intra-faith, and public relations for Islam and Muslims.
  • Promote unity and inclusivity, ensuring that all community members feel valued regardless of school of thought, gender, race, nationality, or socio-economic background.
  • Lead by example in preventing discrimination and advocating for social harmony.
  • Regularly consult with the Board of Trustees on religious matters, community concerns, and mosque activities.
Support and Advisory Services
  • Conduct regular consultation sessions (surgeries) for community members seeking religious guidance.
  • Provide pastoral support to individuals and families, particularly youth and those facing personal challenges.
  • Offer mediation and conflict resolution services, ensuring fair and just resolutions within the community.
Administrative and Compliance Duties
  • Adhere to all charity policies, procedures, and the Code of Conduct at all times.
  • Work collaboratively with other team members, supporting the Board of Trustees and assisting with other reasonable duties as required.
  • Stay informed on current affairs and socio-economic issues, ensuring relevance in community guidance and engagement.
  • Utilise IT and digital media to communicate effectively with the community and deliver online religious content where necessary.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements
  • Follower of Fiqh Jafari with deep understanding and adherence to Shia Jafri Mashayakhi teachings.
  • Successful completion of Aalim course
  • Compulsory a Fazil graduate
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in religious leadership, Islamic teaching, and community service.
  • Fluency in Gujarati, English, Urdu, and Arabic.
  • Extensive knowledge of Islamic Fiqh, Aqeedah, Hadith, and Sunnah with the ability to provide authentic and contextual religious guidance.
  • Strong understanding of other major global religions, supporting effective interfaith dialogue.
  • Demonstrated experience in Islamic family and youth counselling, providing compassionate and effective support.
  • Skilled in conflict prevention and resolution, offering fair and just mediation.
  • Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and community-driven personality with a passion for working with diverse groups.
  • Experience in public speaking, teaching, and delivering Islamic lectures in a clear, engaging, and motivational manner.
  • Strong IT and digital media skills, ensuring effective community outreach through modern platforms.
Desirable Qualities
  • Experience in community development initiatives and fostering social cohesion.
  • Ability to engage young people and create innovative programs that address contemporary issues affecting the Muslim community.
  • Track record of delivering Islamic teachings in a way that is relatable, inspiring, and impactful.

This role offers an opportunity to be at the heart of a vibrant and growing Shia Jafri community, making a meaningful impact through religious leadership, education, and community development in the month of Muharram.

To apply, Please submit your CV along with a cover letter to [email protected], detailing your experience and suitability for the role.

Non-pastoral religious worker (Assistant Maulana)

A non-pastoral religious worker is someone who works in a religious organization but does not serve as a pastor, minister, or priest.

Role Overview

Their job duties can vary depending on the specific religious tradition and organization, but generally, these roles focus on support, administration, and community service. Some examples of non-pastoral religious worker duties include:

Key Responsibilities

Religious Education and Instruction
  • Teach religious classes or study groups for children, teens, or adults.
  • Organize and lead Quranic studies and educational programs.
  • Prepare curriculum and materials for educational activities.
Administrative Support
  • Handle clerical tasks like answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing communication.
  • Maintain centre’s organization records, including member databases and event planning.
  • Manage finances or donations, including bookkeeping, budgets, and financial reports.
Community Outreach
  • Coordinate volunteer programs and community service projects.
  • Organize and promote charitable events or fundraising activities.
  • Serve as a liaison between the religious organization and the wider community.

Worship and Music Support
  • Assist with organizing and leading worship services.
  • Help plan special religious events like weddings, funerals, and religious holidays.
Youth or Family Ministry
  • Lead or assist with youth groups or family activities.
  • Organize retreats, camps, or community-building events for different age groups.
Facility Management
  • Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the religious facility.
  • Ensure the building is prepared for services, events, and other community activities.
  • Coordinate facility use and rentals for religious and community events.
  • Build relationships with mission partners and organizations.
Public Relations and Marketing
  • Coordinate events and help the organization maintain a public presence.

These duties depend on the specific needs of the religious organization, and a non-pastoral religious worker may perform one or multiple of these tasks. They often serve in a support role that complements the pastoral staff's spiritual leadership and direction.

To apply, Please submit your CV along with a cover letter to [email protected], detailing your experience and suitability for the role.