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Islamic Center of Wheaton — Youth Director The Islamic Center of Wheaton seeks a dynamic and dedicated individual to fill the position of Full-Time Youth Director. This role uniquely allows a passionate individual to significantly impact Muslim youth's lives within our community. Objective Scope — Youth and Young Professionals/Adults 14-30 Years Old Support independent youth programs under the ICW Inspire model To help youth initiate and develop their ideas, projects, programs, and activities. To provide a safe environment of acceptance and capture youth with multiple interests. To ensure our youth feel heard, welcomed, and empowered as builders. Nurture a core team of strategic thought leaders to help drive long-term vision To identify educational gaps in the youth community and develop engaging need-specific programming Collaborate with regional organizations to increase traffic and expand the reach of ICW Inspire. Your Responsibilities Oversee all ICW Inspire programs. Collaborate, mentor, and lead the ICW Inspire core team. Train volunteer leaders to run programs and delegate tasks to develop future leaders Develop and implement innovative and engaging programs for youth, fostering spiritual, social, and educational growth. Actively connect with youth, understand their needs, and create a supportive environment within the Islamic Center. Participate in meetings with other board members, directors, and staff as needed. Develop and oversee confidential counseling services for troubled youth Create performance and progress reports for ICW Inspire Programs for management. Host weekly office hours, during both weekdays and weekends. Organize and lead educational and recreational activities, events, and workshops tailored to the interests and concerns of the youth. Facilitate open communication and collaboration between youth, parents, and the broader community. Provide counseling and guidance to address the unique challenges faced by today's Muslim youth. Lead Friday Jumma Prayers Help with Fundraising efforts In the first week, expect to Onboard and integrate into ICW. Learn the ICW Inspire model, process, and value proposition. Meet the board and other functional support teams In the first month, expect to Come up to speed on the program portfolio and get into an operating rhythm with internal team members. Work with the ICW youth committee to establish a strategy and build plans. In the first three months, expect to Establish regular office hours. Become a trusted advisor to the community youth. Quarterback programming, and managing volunteer activities on all programs, from staffing projects to providing delivery oversight and ensuring community and youth satisfaction. Provide consultation or advice to management on policies and procedures. Provide advice and support for planning long-term or short-term business objectives or initiatives. In the first six months, expect to Broaden and deepen your ICW programming map, articulating ICW’s capabilities and identifying where we can help the community based on the strategy outlined in your plan. Take ICW’s presence to the next level by introducing new programs, initiatives, and partnerships. Analyze collected data from each event, and report findings to the board and committee chair. In the first year, expect to Begin to mentor new team members, teaching them about ICW, our model, and how to grow as young professionals successfully. Expand your pipeline and portfolio of programs and partnerships, accelerate growth in the region, and use the full suite of capabilities that ICW offers. Qualifications Bachelor's degree with a major in preferably Islamic Sciences, Sociology, Psychology, or Islamic History. Raised in America, Canada, Australia, or the UK, with a deep understanding of the cultural context and challenges faced by Muslim youth in western society. Possesses the ability to speak and write English fluently. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Minimum of three years of related training and experience working with Muslim youth in North America, including the conception, planning, and implementation of programs for Muslim youth. Must have strong knowledge and understanding of the Qur’an and the Sunnah, and a good understanding of Islamic history and important Islamic personalities. Must have a strong understanding of Islamic etiquette, manners, and appropriate behavior. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect with youth on a personal level. Energetic, motivated, and creative with a passion for working with young people. Previous experience in a similar role within a mosque or Islamic community is highly desirable. Additional Information Preference will be given to those with an Islamic education or a degree from an Islamic institute Preference will be given to candidates with strong public speaking skills Candidate should have extensive experience of camp style programs and youth education Must be capable of relating to the youth Youth Director often works long hours, which include evenings, weekends and holidays will be required to coordinate youth activities Flexible working at a different location within the organization First Aid with CPR and AED training preferred The Islamic Center of Wheaton is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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