Job Description

What the role is:You will join our dynamic Religious Policy and Development team, contributing to both operational and strategic policy-related matters.What you will be working on:Khutbah (Friday Sermon) DevelopmentContent Development & Review:

• Develop annual khutbah framework through comprehensive research on current events, social issues, and relevant religious teachings
• Establish ground-sensing mechanisms through focus group discussions, surveys, and other appropriate methods
• Analyse feedback and make recommendations for revisions to ensure relevance and impact

Khutbah Writing and Translation:

• Draft spiritually uplifting and impactful sermons that develop progressive community religious life
• Ensure alignment with Islamic principles and teachings
• Adapt content for diverse audience demographics and local cultural and religious sensitivities

Deviant Teachings (DT)

• Conduct fact-finding work and follow up on reported DT cases from inception to resolution
• Propose and implement strategies to address DT issues
• Engage external stakeholders to support the implementation and adaptation of developed policies within the community
• Provide expert guidance and advice to government agencies, religious institutions, and community organisations on DT-related matters

Policy Development and Implementation

• Contribute to the formulation of religious policies that promote religious and social harmony and spiritual growth
• Engage with external stakeholders to ensure effective policy implementation and understanding
• Develop comprehensive policy papers and recommendations on various religious matters

Administrative Duties

• Draft religious policy replies to interagency queries and internal departments
• Conduct religious counselling on specific issues, such as beard-keeping for National Servicemen
• Process clearances for mosque religious officers and foreign worker Imams
• Support and provide oversight for projects such as conferences and seminars, including preparation of research agenda, meeting note and reports

What we are looking for:

• Tertiary education in Islamic Studies or related fields
• Strong understanding of Islamic principles and contemporary religious issues and local religious and cultural sensitivities
• Some experience in policy-oriented work within a religious or cultural setting will be an advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Malay and proficiency in Arabic is a must as selected candidate will be required to work with materials in these languages.
• Proficiency in Tamil and Bengali is an advantage as candidate may be required to work with materials and correspond with stakeholders in these languages.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and AI applications.
• Highly disciplined, self-starter, multitasker, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable with tight datelines.

Successful candidate will be appointed on contract basis.In general, applicants can expect to hear from us within 4 weeks of the close of the application window. In the event where we receive a high number of applications, applicants will receive an update on their status within 6 weeks of the close of the application window.If you are facing issues submitting your application, please contact us at careers@muis.gov.sg for assistance.About Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura:The Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (Muis), also known as the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore, was established as a statutory body in 1968 when the Administration of Muslim Law Act (AMLA) came into effect. Under AMLA, Muis is to advise the President of Singapore on all matters relating to Islam in Singapore. Muis is a statutory board under the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY). It seeks to develop a Muslim community with strong Islamic credentials that thrives in the contemporary world, and is an active partner in nation-building. At Muis, we strive to fulfil the values of compassion and inclusiveness. We design and deliver programmes which are targeted to create a community that is a blessing and inspirational to all.

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