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Join us in shaping a vibrant, spiritually strong, and inclusive Muslim community.

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In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

The Kent Muslim Welfare Association (KMWA), based in Gillingham, Kent, is seeking an Executive Imam to lead and inspire our diverse community.

We are looking for a dynamic individual who combines deep Islamic scholarship with modern leadership capabilities. This role is your opportunity to deliver spiritual guidance, develop impactful programmes, and promote social cohesion in a meaningful way.

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Leadership Requirements

1. Spiritual Leadership

• Lead daily prayers and deliver inspiring Friday khutbahs that relate Islamic teachings to modern life
• Provide Islamic guidance, personal counselling, and officiate religious ceremonies
• Ensure Islamic knowledge is accessible for all ages
• Follow the Hanafi madhab

2. Community Development

• Support fundraising efforts (mosque development, charity, operations)
• Design initiatives tailored to the evolving needs of the community
• Build interfaith and civic partnerships
• Assist new Muslims and reverts in their learning journey
• Establish programmes for youth, elderly, and sisters

3. Pastoral Care & Welfare

• Offer comfort and spiritual guidance to the ill and bereaved
• Lead Islamic funeral processes and support grieving families
• Set up welfare networks for vulnerable members
• Provide Islamic counselling during crises

4. Strategic Leadership

• Work closely with the Board of Trustees on long-term community vision
• Participate in strategic planning and organisational growth

5. Educational Excellence

• Develop structured Islamic education across all age groups
• Mentor youth and support their spiritual and character development
• Address modern issues through clear, accessible Islamic perspectives

6. Advocacy & Outreach

• Promote a positive image of Islam in the wider community
• Engage in dialogue with civic leaders and media
• Represent the community through various platforms
• Support local and global humanitarian causes

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What We Are Looking For

Essential Qualifications

• Formal Islamic education from a recognised institution
• Strong grounding in Quran, Tajweed, Hadith, and Fiqh
• Fluency in English and Arabic (other languages are a plus)
• Proven community development experience
• Effective communication with diverse audiences
• Awareness of the British Muslim context and challenges
• Confident with social media and digital platforms

Desirable Experience

• Skills in conflict resolution and mediation
• Experience in project management or organisational leadership
• Background in youth work or family counselling
• Knowledge of mental health from an Islamic lens
• Experience in interfaith or cross-community work
• Familiarity with fundraising and charitable initiatives

Personal Qualities

• Warm, empathetic, and approachable
• Visionary, with a hands-on attitude
• Resilient and adaptive to change
• Deep integrity and ethical commitment
• A collaborative and inclusive mindset

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What We Offer

• Support: Backed by a strong team of staff and volunteers
• Development: Access to ongoing training
• Compensation: £25,000 salary with fair benefits
• Admin Help: Programme planning and delivery support
• Media Training: For effective public engagement
• Impact: The chance to lead positive change

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How to Apply:

Please refer to the full application details in the PDF below:

📄 Download Full Job Description & Application Details (PDF)

Elections will take place on Sunday, 18th May, between 12 pm and 4 pm in shah Allah.

There are 9 contestants (list to follow) for 4 trustee positions for election.

You must have been a member of KMWA for 6 months to vote.
Your valid membership will be checked on the day, and you will be given a voting slip to vote.

After the elections finish at 4 p.m., the voting slips will be counted, and results announced by the election commissioners.

General Secretary.
Azeem Nader

Tap here to learn about the Skills of Our Mosque Election 2025 Candidates

Alhamdulillah!
We’re pleased to announce the launch of our new Darul-Ilm weekend madrasa at KMWA, Canterbury Street, Gillingham!

What we offer:
– High-quality Islamic education
– Structured syllabus for ages 5–16
– Focus on Qur’an with tajweed, Islamic studies, and tarbiyah
– Experienced and dedicated teachers
– Nurturing environment rooted in traditional Islamic values
– Teaching with purpose, discipline, and love for the Deen

Classes every Saturday & Sunday | Times: 9:45am – 1pm

More info & registration:
https://chathamhillmosque.co.uk/darul-ilm-chatham-kmwa/

Once you register, you will be placed on our waiting list and further details will be shared closer to the time, insha’Allah.

Please share with friends and family in the Gillingham area — limited spaces available!

We share our heartfelt shock and sadness at the attack in Southport this week where 3 innocent children had their life senselessly taken away, and many other adults and children were injured and traumatised. We grieve with the families and friends and of all of those people affected.

Who can not be affected by such a terrible tragedy?

Our support, condolences, and thoughts are for the victims and their families and for the community.

It is sad to see that at a time when groups should be coming together to support the victims, far right groups have attempted to exploit the tradegy to further their prejudicial aims.

This tradegy should not lead to further tradegy due to misinformation and the eagerness to quickly jump to false conclusions.

There is a public responsibility not to utilise such events to fan the flames of predjudice and violence.
The public have been let down by a liberal attitude to far right misinformation and fake news, and decades of various governments failures to address the growing problems of mental health (especially for those individuals with a history or risk of violence) in the community since the introduction of care in the Community as a policy of the Margaret Thatcher government in the 1980s.

We stand against violence, and we stand for community safety and welfare and the protection of vulnerable people young or old.