Part time Director of Advocacy/Policy ( Islamic Legal Charity, Remote Working within the UK)

JR United Kingdom; Leigh; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization is seeking a part-time Director of Advocacy/Policy to lead initiatives aimed at protecting Muslim rights in the UK. The ideal candidate will have senior leadership experience in legal or advocacy roles and a strong grasp of relevant legal and political issues. This remote role offers the chance to influence policy and engage with communities across the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in strategic delivery and managing external partnerships.
• Strong understanding of UK legal and political issues affecting Muslim communities.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic vision and oversee litigation that sets legal precedents.
• Drive policy initiatives influencing debate and decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Public Representation

Education

Senior Leadership Experience

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Part time Director of Advocacy/Policy (Islamic Legal Charity, Remote Working within the UK), Leigh, Greater Manchester

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12.05.2025

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26.06.2025

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Role: Part-time Director of Advocacy/Policy (Islamic Legal Charity, Remote Working within the UK)

Location: Remote within the UK

Civitas Recruitment is working with a forthcoming non-profit organization focused on protecting and advancing the rights of Muslims across the UK. An exciting opportunity exists for a Part-Time Director to lead the organization. As Director, you will set the strategic vision, oversee litigation that sets legal precedents, and drive policy initiatives influencing debate and decision-making. The role is part-time, permanent, home-based within the UK, with meetings and events in London.

Who are we looking for?

Ideal candidates will have senior leadership experience in legal, policy, or advocacy organizations, with a proven track record of strategic delivery and managing external partnerships. A strong understanding of UK legal and political issues affecting Muslim communities, including civil liberties, counter-terrorism, and discrimination, is essential. You should be a confident communicator with experience in public representation and excellent written and verbal skills. Experience in fundraising, donor engagement, and non-profit governance is advantageous but not required.

If interested and qualified, please apply immediately. For more information, contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as roles may close earlier than the stated deadline.