Jobs at Muslim Aid

Muslim Aid is hiring. Of special interest to writers are the following two positions:

• Proposal Writers
• Social Media Specialist

Continue reading here for more information about the application process.

The Qur'an Project

I just came across The Qur'an Project, a website which provides a number of free downloads that are sure to come in handy when writing on Islamic topics. First, there is the Saheeh International translation of the Qur'an, which is the preferred translation to use when writing articles for Al Jumuah Magazine. There are also a number of books, including Fiqh As-Sunnah, The Sealed Nectar, Great Women of Islam and other useful titles.

The Qur'an Project is a registered charity in the UK that also provides free English-language translations of the Qur'an to interested non-Muslims.

Assistant Editor Needed at Muslim Aid

Muslim Aid is seeking an Assistant Editor to help create a documentary on the organization's humanitarian work.

This is a voluntary position, but expenses will be paid.

Job Location: London

Read more about the position here.

Editing for Charity

This April, I am donating five hours of editing work to a charitable project that will help two needy families.

Read more about this project here.

Job Opening: Communications Coordinator at The Zakat Foundation

The Zakat Foundation is seeking a Communications Coordinator to undertake numerous responsibilities that require a strong writing background. See this ad for details.

Media Coordinator for Islamic Relief

Islamic Relief seeks a Media Coordinator:

Media Coordinator
Salary: £25,030
Location: Birmingham
Contract: 6 month fixed term
Ref: MC/CD/1109

Requirements: 
The purpose for this post is to proactively engage with the media to promote a positive image of Islamic Relief Worldwide and its work and raise awareness of issues affecting the communities in the developing world. The job holder will work within the media team to cover a variety of press office duties and provide media, marketing and communications support, in addition write and edit content for the web, print and other media especially during emergencies and campaigns.

The successful candidate will have excellent journalistic skills with a proven track record of working in a press office or media role, and demonstrate being a good team player with a good proactive approach to work. S/He would have the ability to write clear and creative content and to articulate clearly with an excellent command of the English language.

Closing Date: 14 December 2009

See this page for details on how to apply. 

Media Relations Representative for Islamic Relief

Islamic Relief is also seeking a media relations representative. According to the ad at WorkHalal.com, the purpose of the position is:

To create and implement media strategies that provide a public profile for Islamic Relief; bring attention to humanitarian causes around the world and Islamic Relief’s response efforts; and make Islamic Relief’s name be among the most commonly recognized aid organizations within media circles and the general public. This position will report to the Communications Manager.

Among other things, this position requires:

• Excellent writing, speaking and analytic skills with which to explain organization's work to media and the public.

Click here for more information about this job.

Communications Writer for Islamic Relief

According to this ad at WorkHalal.com, Islamic Relief is seeking a communications writer:

Responsibilities-
• Develop and edit content for communications materials, including but not limited to official publications (newsletters, annual reports, and brochures), reports, presentations, marketing videos, and the web.
• Collaborate with Communications Department staff on related projects
• Manage and produce website content in a timely manner.
• Determine proper writing style for each medium; select effective accompanying graphics such as photos and video footage.
• Contribute to the establishment of creative direction for projects by analyzing project objectives and providing creative recommendations which define the scope of the project.
• Manage communication projects from start to finish, developing and maintaining adequate controls and checklists for project scheduling and follow-ups, client presentation, reviews and approvals.
• Ensure that client marketing and communications needs are sharply defined and fulfilled.
• Continuously question every project to determine how it will help achieve organizational messaging and business objectives to maximize value.
• Perform other related duties as requested.
Requirements
• Three plus years of related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or related field.
• Strong Command of AP Style.
• Competent in editorial principles and techniques of communicating information.
• Strong editing, summary writing, and proofreading skills.
• Fluent in the English language, including grammar, structure, punctuation and spelling.
• Ability to work on highly technical material with strong attention to detail.
• Posses strong organizational and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.
• Must have a strong sense of ownership over projects and tasks, be able to identify new opportunities, and have the initiative to pursue them.
• Knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop and layout experience a plus.
• Ability to travel to Field Offices overseas to conduct interviews and compose original piece of work a plus.

Click here for more information.

Wanted: Senior Copywriter at Muslim Hands

Muslim Hands is a UK-based charity that spends "annually in excess of £7,000,000 on projects ranging from disaster relief and medical aid, to education and tree plantation" in forty countries.

Currently, they are seeking a senior copywriter to help grow the charity's presence and fundraising activities across the UK.

Read more about this opportunity here.

Build your Vocabulary at FreeRice.com

Here's a nifty site that allows you to build up your vocabulary and donate rice to the world's needy at the same time: FreeRice.com

For each word you get right, ten grains of rice are donated to the United Nations World Food Program. That may not seem like a lot - until you see how much has been donated so far. Would you believe 537,163,380 grains of rice as of this posting?

The vocabulary quiz is really fun, too - hard SAT-level words that really challenge your level of knowledge. Check it out, insha'Allah - but I have to warn you that it is hard to leave the site if you love words.