Job Summary
Required Skills
The requirements
Institutional Collaboration:
- Work collaboratively with the National Council and Central Institutions to achieve strategic, programmatic and administrative synergies (e.g. ECD, Youth, Outreach, Communication etc.)
- Collaborate with Head of Finance (NC/ITREB) on financial policies, budgets, financial reporting and audits. Responsible for ensuring that the approved budgets are adhered to.
- Serve as the point of liaison for the Grants and Review Board on HR and program audits.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of access, impact and all other reporting requirements set by DJI, IIS and other institutions.
- Develop and sustain relationships with the Department of Institutions, the Institute of Ismaili Studies, AKDN agencies in-country and outside and with other ITREBs internationally.
Others:
- Under the direction of the Chairman ITREB, be a point of reference and consultation for in matters of religious practices and other areas of ITREB’s work.
- Understand challenges faced by diverse segments and manage sensitive issues and situations.
- Provide support to the Chairman on confidential matters and special projects. Undertake any other assignments as requested by the Chairman and/or Hon. Secretary.
- Stay abreast of external and internal issues and trends that may potentially impact the work of the Board (e.g. ethics/bioethics, secularisation, human migration, sustainability, education practices, teaching of RE, social media, regulatory context for faith communities etc.)
- Working with the Head of Finance (NC/ITREB) and the Assistant Financial Officer, ensure ITREB’s adherence to financial policies and procedures (i.e. financial discipline, accountability, cost management, record-keeping, transactions, procurement, asset and inventory management).
PROFILE: QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
- A master's degree or equivalent, preferably in Humanities, Education or Islamic Studies. Additional qualifications or experience in Education administration, HR management, Organizational development and/or Accounting & Finance will be an added advantage.
- The candidate should be a senior professional with 7+ years of experience in strategic planning or management, preferably in an education or non-profit context. The candidate should have the skills and maturity to lead the Board’s professional staff and to represent the ITREB in various fora. The role requires strengths in strategic thinking and operational management.
- Exposure to IIS trainings (IWTP, GPISH, STEP, short courses, or others relevant Islamic studies trainings) will be an advantage. Experience with the system, either as a volunteer or professional, is highly desirable.
- Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in Arabic language would be an advantage.
Essential attributes and skills:
- Familiarity with and empathy for the including cultural diversity.
- Good interpersonal skills in dealing with senior leaders, volunteers and staff in the system and the wider network.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully managing teams and/or projects.
- A track record of planning and delivering projects and results within deadlines.
- Comfort in working with computing, information and communication technology.
Professionalism and Dispositional Qualities:
- Personally committed to the Institutions’ mission, value, and ethics.
- Possess an understanding and appreciation of institutional processes, including voluntary leadership.
- Approach executive responsibilities with the highest degree of personal and professional integrity, empathy, and sensitivity, handling confidential matters discreetly.
TRAVEL AND SCHEDULE:
The role requires travelling, and on occasions working weekends and evenings.
