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Director - Advocacy, Policy (Islamic Legal Charity, remote within the UK with travel to London)

CIVITAS RECRUITMENT
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 4 days
Location

London, Greater London NW5 1UH, England

Salary

£45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Civitas Recruitment is seeking a Director for a new non-profit organization focused on advancing the rights of Muslims in the UK.
  • The role requires senior leadership experience in a legal, policy, or advocacy organization, with a salary of £70,000 to £80,000 per year.
  • Candidates should have a strong understanding of UK legal and political issues affecting Muslim communities and excellent communication skills.
  • Experience in fundraising and donor engagement is beneficial but not essential for this full-time, permanent, home-based position.
  • Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the review process will be ongoing and may close earlier than expected.

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with a forthcoming non-profit organisation with a strategic focus on protecting and advancing the rights of Muslims across the UK. An exciting opportunity exists for a Director to join the team. As Director, you will lead the organisations’ vision and direction across all areas, overseeing strategic litigation that sets important legal precedents; driving research and policy initiatives that influence debate and decision-making ensuring the delivery of accessible advice and guidance to those navigating legal or civic challenges. This is a full-time, permanent role, home based within the UK with meetings and in person events in London.

Who are we looking for?

Ideal candidates will possess senior leadership experience in a legal, policy or advocacy organisation with a 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. You will be a confident communicator with experience representing organisations publicly and will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with fundraising, donor engagement and knowledge of non-profit operations or governance would be an advantage however it is not essential for the role.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.

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