Part-Time PR & Community Fundraising Lead (Cardiff)

AMANAT CHARITY TRUST; United States; Remote; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Ummah Welfare Trust requires an enthusiastic Public Relations Representative for Cardiff/Wales with part-time remote working. The role focuses on building relationships with masjids, community groups and organisations to raise awareness of UWT campaigns and events and support fundraising aims.

The candidate should have strong public speaking experience, excellent time management, and the ability to lead volunteers. Some travel and flexible hours may be required, with DBS checks as standard.

Qualifications

• Educated to A' Level or NVQ Level 3 standard or equivalent Desirable
• Classically trained in Islamic Studies or demonstrable equivalent Desirable
• Experience Work at pace, under time pressures particularly during busy periods such as Ramadhan and Eid Al Adha Essential
• Experience of public speaking Essential
• Skills/Abilities Able to work well in a team at pace whilst maintaining attention to detail Essential
• Excellent time management and communication skills Essential
• Ability to plan and organise their own work and that of others Essential
• Ability to lead and motivate team of volunteers Essential
• Knowledge of Urdu, Bangla and/or Arabic Desirable
• Other personal conduct and delivery of work should comply with the values and culture of Ummah Welfare Trust Essential
• Occasionally adapt working hours to meet requirements Desirable
• Hold a valid UK driving license and have full access to your own car Essential
• Residing in Cardiff/Wales or nearby areas Desirable

Responsibilities

• To develop and maintain relationships with Muslim community institutions, organisations and community groups (including masjids)
• To organise and participate in masjids collections for Ramadan and throughout the year
• To distribute appeal leaflets and display posters at masjids, community venues, businesses and events
• To initiate and plan PR and fundraising events with the support of the regional fundraising team
• To set up and supervise UWT stalls at events and exhibitions
• To assist the PR team in fundraising administrative duties
• To recruit, develop and support local volunteers
• To work closely with and help coordinate the fundraising team and volunteers during fundraising events or programmes
• To represent the charity at relevant events, presentations and meetings including public speaking
• To maintain a close working relationship with the Regional PR Manager, providing regular updates and feedback within the time and format requested
• To carry out any other duties as required that are proportionate to the role and nature of work

Skills

Public speaking

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Volunteer management

Driving licence

Urdu/Bangla/Arabic

Education

A-level or NVQ Level 3

Job description

Ummah Welfare Trust requires an enthusiastic Public Relations Representative for Cardiff/Wales with part-time remote working. The role focuses on building relationships with masjids, community groups and organisations to raise awareness of UWT campaigns and events and support fundraising aims.

The candidate should have strong public speaking experience, excellent time management, and the ability to lead volunteers. Some travel and flexible hours may be required, with DBS checks as standard.