Job Overview
Lye Ghausia Jamia Masjid is a large growing diverse community with passionate people that care for their community.
Having appointed two Urdu speaking, we are now seeking an full time English speaking imam to work alongside our existing imams to lead encourage youth education. We need our the Imam to be dynamic and forward thinking who can serve the needs of the local Muslim community and be a means of Dawah, education, and social cohesion to the local non−Muslim community that the new centre is serving.
The purpose of the post is to assist the head Imam in providing Islamic leadership, religious guidance, education, and continue to establish a unified Muslim community working with the committee and its objectives in accordance with the Quran and the Sunnah of the Last Prophet Mohammad (saw) according to the hanafi school of Jurisprudence and the 2 schools of theology namely ashari/maturidi.
The ideal candidate will be required to raise the profile of the Masjid and be expected to be an active member and act as spiritual guide and representative of the congregation.
One of the most important expectations of our imams is to be excellent teachers in our madrasah, imparting knowledge and character education to children of all ages using effective pedagogies. Furthermore, we expect them to establish themselves by leading Islamic activities and worship as well as show initiative to generate new ideas and programmes to promote religious awareness and Islamic values among adults, youth and the wider community.
Responsibilities
- The Imam(s) regularly leads the daily congregational prayers and delivers the Khutbah for the Jummah prayer on a weekly basis.
- The imam(s) to lead Funeral prayers (Janazah), Ramadan and Eid Prayers
- Teach at our madrasah and support them in an administrative capacity.
- Assist in curriculum development, resource development, and quality assurance work for our madrasahs, youth programmes, and other educational courses and programmes.
- Solemnize Islamic marriages according to LGJM procedures.
- Provide support, leadership, and guidance to community projects.
- The Imam will lead or organise Islamic lectures, and sermons to the congregation.
- When required, he will represent LGJM and to and have good relations with other Mosques and organisations within the wider society.
- The Imam will need to respond to inquiries and questions regarding Islamic matters and issues in person and in writing via email and our website.
- The Imam will engage in Dawah work for both Muslims and Non−Muslims, by helping integrate new Muslims into the Deen and the community, and by helping all Muslims improve their religiosity and spirituality.
- The Imam will support the fundraising initiatives of LGJM.
- The Imam will work flexibly and undertake other duties agreed with the LGJM committee.
- Organise educational programmes, workshops, and events to promote Islamic teachings and community cohesion.
- Collaborate with other community leaders to develop programmes that strengthen the community’s spiritual fabric.
- Normal working hours will be agreed with LGJM and will vary throughout the year as the prayer times change.
Requirements
- English Language
- Student (Higher education/Graduate)
- Computer literate
- Working as a team player with the Mosque Imams and Mosque Committee.
- Experience in teaching the Quran with a strong understanding of Islamic principles.
- Demonstrated leadership skills within a religious or community setting.
- Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written formats.
- Experience working with children and youth, including mentoring roles.
- Ability to organise events, fundraisers, and educational activities effectively.
- Strong organisational skills with the capacity to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- A genuine commitment to serving the community through religious education and leadership.This role offers an enriching opportunity for a dedicated individual passionate about fostering spiritual growth within the community while supporting various charitable initiatives.
The post is offered subject to enhanced DBS clearance and references.
Pay: Dependant on experience.
Pay: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stourbridge DY9 8JZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
