QUALIFICATIONS

• Educated to A’ Level or NVQ Level 3 standard or equivalent (Desirable)
• Classically trained in Islamic Studies or demonstrable equivalent (Desirable)

EXPERIENCE

• Work at pace, under time pressures particularly during busy periods such as Ramadhan and Eid Al Adha (Essential)
• Experience of public speaking (Essential)

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Able to work well in a team at pace whilst maintaining attention to detail (Essential)
• Excellent time management and communication skills (Essential)
• Ability to plan and organise their own work and that of others (Essential)
• Ability to lead and motivate team of volunteers (Essential)

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

• Knowledge of Urdu or Arabic (Desirable)

THE ROLE

Ummah Welfare Trust requires an enthusiastic, hardworking and reliable PR Rep for South & Southern Coast that is fully supportive of the charity’s aims.
The successful candidate will support the South & Southern Coast to raise awareness about UWT, it’s campaigns and events within the local community by developing and maintaining good relations with local masaajid, makaatib, community organisations, businesses, donors and the general community. They will also help to fundraise for increase income/donations for the trust. The PR Rep will also help the team to maintain the London PR office.

MAIN DUTIES

• To develop and maintain relationships with Muslim community institutions, organisations and community groups (including masjids);
• To organise and participate in masjids collections for Ramadan and throughout the year;
• To distribute appeal leaflets and display posters at masjids, community venues, businesses and events;
• To initiate and plan PR and fundraising events with the support of the regional fundraising team;
• To set up and supervise UWT stalls at events and exhibitions;
• To assist the PR team in fundraising administrative duties;
• To recruit, develop and support local volunteers;
• To work closely with and help coordinate the fundraising team and volunteers during fundraising events or programmes;
• To represent the charity at relevant events, presentations and meetings including public speaking;
• To maintain a close working relationship with the South England Regional PR Manager, providing regular updates and feedback within the time and format requested (i.e. verbal, written etc.); and
• To carry out any other duties as required that are proportionate to the role and nature of work.