University Imam at Umma University

Qualification:

• A minimum of Masters in Islamic Studies
• At least three years of professional ministry and/or leadership experience in a college, university, or similar programme
• Appropriate Islamic background and/or chaplaincy training, including demonstrated skills in community and leadership development, preaching and worship leadership, religious education and programme development, Daawah care, service and social justice leadership, and interfaith engagement;
• Have 3 years administrative experience, 2 of which must be at the level of Administrative Officer or equivalent;
• The candidate must have memorized the whole Holy Quran or parts of the Holy Quran
• Certified for practice by the relevant certifying religious and Government authorities and affiliated to a Religious Islamic equivalent;
• The candidate should be fluent on Arabic and English Language
• Have a strong ICT and communication skills;
• Excellent professional judgment and discretion; ability to work as part of a team; maintains appropriate confidentiality; models integrity, honesty, trust, and professional ethics;
• Demonstrated experience working in spiritually and culturally diverse settings.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• The University Imam shall be responsible to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics, Research and Student Affairs).
• The Imam is responsible for the spiritual care to all students and staff of Umma University and its affiliates institutes
• The University Imam shall provide counselling on moral values to the students and staff of Umma University and its affiliates institutes.
• The University Imam shall provide services to all campuses and colleges of the University.
• Inculcate Islamic moral values as contained in the mission and vision of the University.
• The University Imam shall be the overall administer of the University Mosques and shall coordinate all religious matters and activities in the University for the students and staff.
• The University Imam shall solicit funds and resources for the University needy students.
• The University Imam shall develop different Da’awah and outreach programs for the University.
• The University Imam shall provide religious guidance to the University community.
• The University Imam shall provide advices services to all organs of governance of the University.
• Performing such other functions as may be directed by the University Council and the Vice Chancellor.