The Chairman of the Outreach Committee leads and coordinates all outreach efforts for the Islamic Association of Raleigh (IAR). The role emphasizes fostering community relationships, organizing programs, managing interfaith initiatives, and representing IAR’s values to promote understanding and goodwill.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Management
- Work closely with the outreach director
- Oversee planning and execution of outreach programs.
- Build and lead a volunteer team and subcommittees.
- Set annual outreach goals aligned with IAR’s mission.
2. Community Engagement
- Act as the primary contact (or designee) for interfaith activities and develop relationships with local organizations.
- Help create initiatives introducing Islam to the broader community (e.g., open houses, seminars).
- Work with the director to organize mosque tours and presentations for schools, businesses, and groups.
3. Education and Public Relations
- Deliver accurate and respectful Islamic content.
- Partner with media and PR teams to address misconceptions about Islam.
- Train volunteers in public speaking and effective communication.
4. Event Management
- Plan and help execute events like interfaith dialogues and educational workshops.
- Work with other committees to enhance outreach efforts.
- Work with the director to manage the outreach budget and report activities.
5. Volunteer Recruitment and Training
- Recruit, train, and mentor outreach volunteers.
- Develop systems for sustained volunteer engagement.
6. Reporting and Accountability
- Meet with the Imam’s office regularly.
- Assess and improve outreach program effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of Islamic teachings and values.
- Leadership and organizational skills, with experience in community engagement.
- Public speaking and diplomacy abilities.
- Previous experience working with the outreach committee
Commitment
- Approximately 5 hours per week, depending on activity levels.
- Attendance at monthly committee meetings and key events.
To Apply: Please send an email to: [email protected]
