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1. ILC-NYC Program Director (Full-Time)
2. Association of Muslim Chaplains Executive Director (Full-Time/Remote)
3. Artist Assistant (Intern)
4. Muslim Campus Life Assistant Director of Programming & Resource Development (Full-Time/Remote)

Please scroll down for details on each of these roles and more information on how to apply.

ILC-NYC Program Director

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The mission of the Islamic Learning Center of New York City (ILC NYC) is to provide a quality education and community experience to help families and students ages 517 prepare to be responsible, engaged citizens, guided by a love and understanding of the Qur'an, the Prophet (SAW), and Islam as a way of life.

Position Overview
The Program Director (PD) plays a key leadership role in the development, implementation, and oversight of the ILCs educational programs. The PD is responsible for setting and executing a vision for the ILCs success, overseeing implementation of a high-quality curriculum aligned with the ILCs curriculum guidelines, supervising and developing teachers, assessing and meeting the needs of the ILCs students, engaging families, managing school operations, and maintaining a positive and productive relationship with the board and school community. This is a full time position, reporting to the ILC-NYC Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities
1. Instructional Leadership

• Curriculum Oversight and Enrichment: Review ILCs curriculum for grades K12 prior to the start of each school year. Make revisions to units and lessons in close partnership with teachers and the Board based on student needs and stakeholders feedback. Plan and manage educational enrichment resources and programing partnerships, including guest speakers, field trips, and program tie-ins.

• Teacher Management and Instructional Support: Supervise and guide teachers in classroom management, lesson delivery and other supports as needed.

• Evaluation and Continuous Improvement: Continuously assess the effectiveness of the curriculum and learning activities through student, teacher, parent/guardian, and board feedback. Use data to inform instructional adjustments and enhancements, ensuring continuous improvement.

2. Culture & Community

• Culture Building and Family Engagement: Regularly engage families and communicate with them on a regular basis. Plan and attend ILC community events, including an annual Friendsgiving potluck and Ramadan & Eid programming. 

• Newsletter Communications: Write a weekly newsletter for ILC families, including a letter from the PD, announcements, events, classroom recaps, and photos. Collaborate with Teachers and Board members on the newsletter as needed. Distribute final, board-approved newsletters to ILC families. 

• Volunteer Coordination:  Develop a plan for engaging ILC parents and other community members as volunteers, including recruitment, communication, training, and management. Support volunteers with communications and event planning.

3. Operations & Administration

• Operations Management and Sunday school Logistics: Oversee the daily operations of the ILC, including scheduling, logistics, and coordination of extracurricular activities and events, such as field trips, guest speakers, and community programming. Attend all Sunday school sessions and coordinate day of logistics. Attend quarterly board meetings and share updates.

• Resource Management: Manage ILC resources and inventory, including teaching materials, books, and supplies. Manage and track payments and donations. Organize and manage ILC digital data, including GSuite and the school website. 

• Student Enrollment: Manage student enrollment annually, including updating intake forms; communicating deadlines and processes; keeping up-to-date family records, creating enrollment lists, classroom assignments, and waitlists; creating a master mailing list; coordinating potential family tours; and addressing financial aid requests. 

• Teacher Sourcing and Training: Ensure the ILC teacher roster is fully staffed by soliciting and interviewing prospective teachers, collaborating with the PD/Teacher Support Committee in hiring, and maintaining a substitute teacher pool. 

Competencies/ Skills

• Instructional Leadership: Curriculum development, instructional design, developmentally appropriate practice, classroom management, teacher coaching, assessment, data analysis, and program evaluation
• Content Knowledge: Knowledge of Islamic Studies, Arabic, and/or Quran Studies. 
• Organizational Leadership: Strategic planning, team building, project management, and operational efficiency.
• Communication: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with diverse audiences, including teachers, parents/guardians, students, and board members.
• Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Critical thinking, decision-making, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field. Masters degree preferred. 
• Experience: Five (5)+ years of experience in education. Two (2)+ years of leadership experience. Experience in an Islamic setting is preferred. 
• Skills: Proficiency in Google Workspace and other relevant software.
• Background check and child protection training required.

Work Conditions & Compensation

• Ability to work in a classroom or school setting, which may include standing for extended periods, assisting with physical activities, and interacting with children and families.
• Occasional lifting (e.g., boxes of supplies, classroom materials).
• This is a full-time position with working hours on Sundays, possibly Saturdays. There will be 2 other scheduled days off per week. 
• Work on some evenings may be required for teacher training, meetings, or special events.
• Occasional travel within or around NYC for field trips or community-related activities.
• Salary Range is $70,000 - $80,000 per year, plus health benefits

The Islamic Learning Center of New York City is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal discrimination and harassment in the workplace. We make every effort to create an environment free of discrimination and harassment of an individual because of that persons race, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veterans status or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.

ILC-NYC also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected]

Association of Muslim Chaplains Executive Director

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Position Description**

Reports to: AMC Board of Directors
Supervises: Operations Manager (OM)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Flexible, with some travel required
Salary: $100K/year
Immediate start date preferred 

SUMMARY:

The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for providing leadership, overseeing organizational operations, executing the strategic direction set by the Board, and advancing AMCs two-part mission of supporting Muslim chaplains and advancing the field of Islamic chaplaincy. The ED supervises the Operations Manager, ensuring the organization's goals, mission, and objectives are effectively executed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leadership and Management: (30%)

  • Provide executive leadership to AMC staff, volunteers, and stakeholders to effectively implement the strategic plan developed by the Board.

  • Supervise the Operations Manager, ensuring organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

  • Respond to AMC chaplain members to address questions or concerns

  • Serve as an ex-officio member of the Board, maintaining clear communication regarding operational, financial, and strategic matters.

  • Prepare comprehensive reports for the Board, reflecting progress and challenges related to organizational objectives.

• Resource Development / Support (25%)

• In collaboration with the relevant members and partner organizations, help ideas manifest into high quality shareable resources both public facing and member oriented

• Plan and execute annual retreat and conference for AMC chaplains

• Fundraising and Development: (20%)

  • Develop and manage robust fundraising initiatives and donor engagement strategies.

  • Cultivate strong relationships with institutional and individual donors, oversee grant applications, and manage fundraising events.

  • Work with treasurer to ensure financial stability

• Communications and Community Relations: (20%)

  • Serve as the primary spokesperson, enhancing AMCs public profile through effective communication and public relations.

  • Oversee AMCs external communication strategies, including newsletters, website content, and social media presence.

  • Build and maintain partnerships with relevant chaplaincy organizations and community partners.

  • Ensure an AMC representative attends select regional and national conferences

• Knowledge of Industry and Trends (5%)

  • Stay abreast of developments in the field of chaplaincy at large and Islamic chaplaincy specifically to ensure that AMC board and members are aware and engaged 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required:

  • Strong commitment to AMCs vision and mission.

  • Proven senior leadership experience, preferably in nonprofit management.

  • Demonstrated success in fundraising, financial oversight, and partnership cultivation.

  • Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Strong project management skills.

  • Strong knowledge of Islamic faith and Muslim cultures

• Preferred:

  • Advanced degree in Nonprofit Management, Chaplaincy, Islamic Studies, or related field.

  • Familiarity with chaplaincy and nonprofit sector operations.

Artist Assistant Internship 

RESPONSIBILITIES
Arts Administrative Support:

• Researching artist calls, communicating with the artist available opportunities and managing application deadlines 
• Coordinating with galleries, dealers, collectors, and other stakeholders
• Inventory and Website Sales Management

Social Media and Marketing: 

• Develop and implement social media campaigns to promote artworks and exhibitions
• Managing social media and creating promotional materials to showcase the artist's work
• Create engaging content for platforms like Instagram, WhatNot, email marketing/ client engagement
• Assist in planning and executing marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and audience engagement

Art Production Assistance:

• Photography and Collection Management: Assist in photographing artworks and collections, organizing digital archives, and maintaining accurate records
• Documentation: Document artistic processes, including creating detailed notes and photographs of artworks in progress
• Assisting in the creation of artworks, such as preparing canvases or building canvas frames
• Helping with installations at galleries or exhibitions

Additional Tasks: Provide general support for artistic projects, assist with event planning, and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in photography, basic carpentry (for frame building), and familiarity with social media platforms
• Creativity and Flexibility:  Ability to think creatively and adapt to changing project needs
• Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Learning Objectives:

• Gain hands-on experience in artistic production and project management
• Develop skills in social media marketing and content creation
• Understand the process of documenting and archiving artworks
• Build a network within the art industry

Duration and Compensation:
- Duration: flexible; minimum of 2.5 months preferred 
- Compensation: unpaid with opportunities for professional development. Performanced based professional referrals upon completion of internship.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about art and/or marketing and eager to learn, please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and a portfolio of your work  to [email protected] . We look forward to hearing from you!

Muslim Campus Life Assistant Director of Programming & Resource Development 

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The Assistant Director of Programming & Resource Development will play a vital role in implementing programs and developing resources that serve Muslim college students while building coalitions across campus communities. This position combines program development, event management, and strategic partnership building to create meaningful impact in the higher education space for Muslim students.

Description

Primary Responsibilities

• Program & Resource Development and Implementation (50%)
  • Manage existing programming and resources focused on Muslim students like the Muslim Campus Index, the Muslim College Guide, and new projects that will be discussed
  • Design and develop new programs for Muslim high school and college students
  • Manage program budgets and track expenditures
• Partnership and Coalition Building (30%)
  • Establish and maintain relationships with campus administrators and staff
  • Represent the organization at relevant conferences and networking events, both Islamic (e.g., ICNA, ISNA) and professional conferences (e.g., NACAC, NASPA)
  • Coordinate annual events like the Muslim Campus Life Summit, the Annual Ramadan Webinar for college staff, and the College Life 101 Webinar, in addition to new events
  • Collaborate with other nonprofits and advocacy groups serving similar populations like MSA National, Manara (MSA) West, and MSA Unity
• Administrative and Strategic Planning (20%)
  • Contribute to organizational strategic planning and goal setting
  • Participate in staff meetings and professional development
  • Maintain detailed documentation of programs and processes
  • Assist in hiring and supervising program coordinators and interns

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree 
• Experience in budget management and program evaluation
• Excellence in professionalism, public speaking, and workshop facilitation
• 3-5 years of experience in program development and implementation
• Demonstrated understanding of issues affecting American Muslim college students

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education setting
• Knowledge of Islamic values and traditions
• Exceptional attention to detail and multitasking abilities

Skills and Competencies

• Outstanding written and verbal communication
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Cultural competency and intercultural communication skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Working Conditions

• Full-time
• Remote work environment
• Some travel required (30%)
• Flexible schedule required to accommodate evening and weekend programs as necessary
• Benefits include health insurance and paid time off.

Salary

$60,000 - $75,000 per year

SUPPORT THE IC!
Our programs, including this one, are run completely on donations and, as such, we rely heavily on the generosity of the community to provide the services that we do. Please consider making an online tax-deductible contribution today to help support the cost at https://www.nyu.edu/giving/give-now/?cid=25

Should you have any questions, feel free to email us at [email protected].