Kateeb Needed in South Carolina, USA

The Islamic Center of South Carolina, operating as Masjid Al-Salaam, located in Rock Hill, SC (south of Charlotte, NC), is looking to hire a Kateeb that demonstrates a strong understanding of serving the community for Allah honestly. Holds strong, moral and ethical Islamic values. We are a small, growing, vibrant, and diverse community with less than 100 attendees during the weekly Jummah prayer, consisting of local American and immigrant Muslim families.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Ability to follow direction at all times and work with the shura
• Committed to growing the community for the long-term
• Conduct Jummah prayer and deliver meaningful sermons
• Open to Taraweeh Prayer in Ramadan for 29-30 nights
• Open to both annual Eid prayers and deliver sermons
• Coordinate with the masjid’s Shura effectively and make announcements upon approval
• Experience motivating the congregation to donate funds for causes and masjid goals
• Familiar with local US Muslims, US converts, and non-Muslims interested in Islam and assist with Shahada
• Open for possibility to be filmed for mosques YouTube channel only, operate a camera, remote & use software preferred

Requirements

• Eligible to live and work in the United States, no visa sponsorship or non-work visas (visitor) considered
• Formal Islamic education
• Fluent in English and the Arabic language preferred
• Previous experience as an Imam or Kateeb in North America required
• People-friendly and easy to connect with believers of all backgrounds and ages
• Beyond academic experience and proven deep knowledge of US Muslim lifestyle is required
• A trial period will be required for several weeks in which your delivery and ability to connect with the community will be observed
• Salary will be negotiated based on education and experience
• Email your resume and credentials to masjidalsalam2013@gmail.com