Mosque Executive Chairman

[What the role is]

Ensure that the conduct of the activities of the mosque are aligned with MUIS’ agenda in addressing the community’s needs and permissible under the Muslim Law and in compliance with all MUIS/Mosque regulations and policies.

[What you will be working on]

The Mosque Executive Chairman chairs the Mosque Management Board and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the mosque and ensuring that it fulfills its religious and community obligations, enabling the mosque to be a vibrant and welcoming hub of religious and community life, including promoting social cohesion and harmony in the local community.

Executive Functions

• Preside Board meetings and setting the agenda to ensure a successful resolution to any issues affecting the mosque
• Manage mosque finances: budgeting, fundraising, and ensuring that all financial transactions are properly recorded and reported.
• Oversee the mosque staff: hiring, training, and managing employees and volunteers.
• Ensure mosque's facilities are well-maintained: overseeing repairs and maintenance and ensuring that the mosque is clean and presentable at all times.

Community Collaboration and Outreach

• Organize religious and community events: Friday prayers, Eid celebrations, and other events that promote community engagement and social cohesion.
• Engage local community: building relationships with other religious and community leaders and working to promote inter & intra-faith dialogue and understanding.

Policy Execution and Oversight

• Ensure that the administration of the mosque and the management, conduct and delivery of programs and services, are in compliance with relevant laws and regulations and MUIS’ policies & guidelines; including those related to building codes, safety, manpower and religious practices.

Social Development

• Demonstrate a good awareness of the social development needs and ensure proper oversight of programs and services that benefit the Zakat beneficiaries served by the mosque.

[What we are looking for]

• Tertiary qualifications with at least 5years(s) of working experience with exposures to leadership, organisational management and community engagement roles
• Good leadership and management skills with analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including negotiation, influencing and stakeholder engagement
• Passion to serve the community.

There are three vacancies available for this post.

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.