University Chaplain & Program Lead — Campus Impact

IOK CHESS; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IOK CHESS – IOK Chaplaincy Program seeks a Lead University Chaplain & Program Coordinator to provide direct chaplaincy services to university students while coordinating the program across participating campuses.

The role blends pastoral care with program management, fundraising support, and strategic growth, requiring travel between campuses in Southern California and occasional evening/weekend activities.

Qualifications

• Alimiyyah degree from a recognized Islamic seminary or institution.
• Strong Islamic knowledge, character, and commitment to serving Muslim university students.
• Experience in Islamic education, mentorship, pastoral care, or community leadership.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to coordinate teams, manage multiple responsibilities, and work independently.
• Willingness to travel between university campuses and attend occasional evening and weekend activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide Islamic spiritual guidance, mentorship, and pastoral care to university students.
• Organize halaqahs, workshops, religious programming, and other campus initiatives.
• Build relationships with Muslim Student Associations, university administrators, faculty, and student leaders.
• Coordinate activities, communication, and collaboration among chaplains across participating campuses.
• Facilitate regular team meetings, maintain program calendars, and monitor campus engagement.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, and development of chaplains as the program grows.
• Work with IOK CHESS leadership to establish goals, evaluate outcomes, and identify opportunities for expansion.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for university partners, students, community members, and external inquiries.
• Represent the program at university meetings, community events, and relevant gatherings.
• Coordinate media inquiries, public relations, social media content, program updates, and impact stories in collaboration with IOK's communications team.
• Support fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, grant opportunities, and community outreach.
• Prepare program summaries, impact reports, and fundraising materials in collaboration with IOK CHESS leadership.
• Communicate the program's mission, accomplishments, and funding needs to prospective donors and supporters.
• Maintain program records and provide periodic reports on activities, engagement, and outcomes.
• Assist with program planning, budgeting, and implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Ensure appropriate confidentiality, professional conduct, and compliance with university and organizational policies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Public speaking

Education

Alimiyyah degree

Job description

IOK CHESS – IOK Chaplaincy Program seeks a Lead University Chaplain & Program Coordinator to provide direct chaplaincy services to university students while coordinating the program across participating campuses.

The role blends pastoral care with program management, fundraising support, and strategic growth, requiring travel between campuses in Southern California and occasional evening/weekend activities.