Job Description

What the role is:We are looking for Social Development District Lead to manage the disbursement of zakat financial assistance (FA) and implementation of Social Development (SD) policies and programmes at the Mosque District West (DW) office. You will work closely with Muis HQ (ZakatSD@One Mosque Sector) on the development and implementation of SD policies and initiatives, while working in partnership with the Social Development mosques within the District that the frontline zakat FA services.What you will be working on:Areas of responsibilities include:Manage zakat disbursement and financial assistance operations at the Mosque District level to ensure timely payout of assistance and compliance to governance/audit requirementsProvide guidance and supervision of Social Development functions and staff at the District level in collaboration with the SD mosquesProgram management (includes tasks such as designing programmes, organisations, marketing and publicity, implementation, ensuring participation of SD initiatives) at the District level. One of the goals include to encourage participation of vulnerable and low-income families in general Islamic Learning (IL) programmes at mosquesAssist DW Team in the execution and preparation of other events and activitiesWhat we are looking for:Tertiary education in any fieldHave at least 3 years of working experience in the social service sectorKeen interest in Social & Community Development work and passionate to work with vulnerable groups and their family membersPossess creativity and project management skills in planning, implementing, and evaluating social initiativesHave excellent interpersonal and communication skillsPossess leadership qualities and able to work independently and as a teamSuccessful 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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