JOB DESCRIPTION: FULL-TIME IMAM

Position Title: Imam & Religious Director
Organization: The Moncton Muslim Association (MMA)
Location: Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

1. ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

The Moncton Muslim Association (MMA) is the central Islamic organization serving the growing and diverse Muslim community of Moncton and surrounding areas in New Brunswick.
Our mission is to provide spiritual guidance, promote Islamic education, foster community harmony, and serve as a beacon of faith and service.
We operate a Masjid and community center that is a hub for worship, learning, and social activities. We are seeking a passionate and visionary Imam to lead our community in its next phase of growth.

2. POSITION SUMMARY

The Imam will serve as the spiritual leader and primary religious authority for the MMA. This is a multifaceted role requiring a balance of religious scholarship, community engagement, administrative skill, and pastoral care.
The successful candidate will be a dynamic, compassionate, and approachable leader who can inspire all segments of our diverse community—youth, families, converts, and seniors—while building bridges with the wider Moncton community.

B. ISLAMIC EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT

• Develop and implement a comprehensive educational vision and curriculum for all age groups.
• Teach and oversee classes on Quranic studies (Tajweed, Tafsir), Seerah, Fiqh, Aqeedah, Arabic lessons, and Islamic ethics.
• Establish and lead programs for specific demographics: engaging youth programs, sisters’ circles, new Muslim support groups, and family workshops.
• Provide Fatwa and religious rulings based on authentic sources, adhering to a mainstream, moderate understanding of Islam.

D. ADMINISTRATIVE & OPERATIONAL DUTIES

• Work closely with the MMA Executive Committee to develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and budgets.
• Provide guidance on the religious aspects of Masjid operations and management.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for various community programs and events.
• Lead and assist in fundraising initiatives and donor relations for the sustainability and growth of the MMA.