Coordinator of Muslim Life

Kenyon College; Gambier (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Kenyon College invites applications for a part-time Coordinator of Muslim Life. The role supports chaplains in empowering students to explore spiritual identities, deepen self-understanding, and foster connections across the campus.

This position focuses on building community, coordinating facilities, and coordinating interfaith programming while engaging with administration and student groups. Responsibilities include managing the Muslim community needs, organizing events, and collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Knowledge of Islam and intercultural competency.
• Experience working with Muslim communities or interfaith groups.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the needs of the Kenyon Muslim Community.
• Manage Thomas House facilities to support Muslim life.
• Build a sense of community among diverse Muslim populations.
• Organize events to educate the campus about Muslim faith and traditions.
• Act as liaison between the Muslim community and college administrators.
• Coordinate observance of Muslim holidays, especially Ramadan.
• Attend Kenyon Interfaith Partnership meetings and encourage student participation.
• Collaborate with chaplains to plan and execute interfaith programs.
• Partner with departments (ODEI, CGE, Residential Life) to support students across identities.

Skills

Religious diversity

Interfaith partnership

Collaboration

Community building

Diversity experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Office of Spiritual and Religious Life at Kenyon College is seeking a part time Coordinator of Muslim Life. This position will support the mission of the Chaplains by empowering students purposefully to explore spiritual and religious identities to deepen their understanding of themselves and connections with each other. This is a part-time position, without benefits, working 12-15 hrs/week during the academic year, August-May.

Coordinate the needs of the Kenyon Muslim Community

• Manage Thomas House to ensure the facilities are kept functional for Muslim life.
• Build a sense of community among the diverse Muslim populations.
• Cultivate a space and relationships where Muslim students can explore questions.
• Proactively assess and respond to needs of Muslim students.
• Act as a liaison between the Muslim community and college administrators.
• Organize events to educate the campus community about Muslim faith and tradition.
• Communicate with, and educate, AVI staff regarding Halal menu items.
• Coordinate observance of Muslim holidays, particularly Ramadan.

Enhance interfaith engagement among Muslim students

• Attend regularly scheduled meetings of the Kenyon Interfaith Partnership, and encourage student participation in interfaith events.
• Collaborate with the chaplains to plan and execute programs that celebrate spirituality and exploration of faith on campus.
• Partner with other departments (ODEI, CGE, Residential Life, etc.) in order to support students across intersecting identities.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of religious diversity and interfaith partnership.
• Excellent ability to be collaborative and work as part of a team.
• Experience working with marginalized groups/identities.
• Ability to foster community amongst people of diverse backgrounds and spiritual worldviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Demonstrated programming experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Islam and intercultural competency.

Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcomeapplications from all qualified individuals. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicantswithout regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression,sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status,marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law.Kenyon College has a strong commitment to an inclusiveenvironment thatwelcomes all voices and perspectives.