The Mecca Center Hiring Youth Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION

The responsibility of the Youth Coordinator is to provide  development,  coordination  and  oversight  of  youth  services,  and to build  a  positive  youth program. He  or  she  must  integrate  recreational  and  artistic  activities  with  educational  and  spiritual components  and  provide  leadership  to  youth,  including  but  not  limited  to  tutoring  and  mentorship programs, community service, education and cultural programs.

 GOALS OF THIS POSITION

  • To instill the American Muslim Identity in the youth by educating them  about  the  basics  of  Islamic  faith  and  practice within the American cultural context.
  • Increase self-confidence and self-esteem in youth by developing youth leadership, facilitating positive peer-group relationships, and promoting bonds of friendship
  • Expand the youth group activities to allow youth to develop a commitment to community service and to join into different volunteer opportunities. 

ESSENTIAL TASKS

  • Develop engaging programming that will attract the youth
  • Hold annual events including, but not limited to deen intensive course, summer camp, community service initiatives, leadership workshops/forums, youth retreats, hiking trips, sporting competitions, ski trips, etc.
  • To increase attendance at Mecca Center Youth Program activities and market youth programming to the community 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in humanities, counseling and social sciences and Islamic scholarship.
  • Must be fluent in the English language, oral and written.
  • Must have extensive experience in working with youth and managing volunteers.
  • Involvement in Islamic educational work, program development and successful implementation.
  • Experience with public speaking and giving presentations.
  • Familiarity with issues faced by youth raised in North America is required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Use of MS Office/Google Docs and the ability to create and maintain databases in Excel.
  • Works well with others in a team environment and networking opportunities.
  • Must have an approachable & youth friendly personality with hands on approach to youth programs for both genders.
  • Must have a favorable personality to cohesively work with the Muslim Community.
  • Capability to receive and act upon constructive feedback and suggestions.
  • Planning/organizing/implementing large-scale events/programs/activities as needed.
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of Islam.

REPORTING

  • The Youth Coordinator will report directly to the Board of Director President.
  • Monthly written reports that will be submitted to the Mecca Center Executive Committee.
  • The proposed hours for the Youth Coordinator position are as follows:
    • Youth Coordinator Hours (40 hours/week):
      • Friday night, Saturday & Sunday Activities: Youth mentoring/ tutoring program (12 hrs)
      • Monday-Thursday Activities: Young Youth halaqas, sports, arts, etc. (10 hrs)
      • Youth Group Development: Planning, organizing, coordinating, developing database (4 hours)
      • Outreach to Youth and Parents (4 hrs)
      • Volunteer Coordinator: This is a new position that will be developed in conjunction with the person selected to fill this role (10 hours)

 

Enthusiastic and qualified applicants, please email your resume to: haniatassi68@gmail.com