ISNA Job Opportunities . Annual Fund Coordinator, ISNA Development Foundation . Assistant, Conventions & Marketing . Assistant Editor, Islamic Horizons . Coordinator for Islamic Education (Full time Islamic Schools) . Website Coordinator/Developer Annual Fund Coordinator, ISNA Development Foundation The ISNA Development Foundation (IDF) requires an Annual Fund Coordinator to: Manage IDF fundraising campaigns including data management. Coordinate the Annual Convention and Community Service Recognition Luncheon (CSRL) fundraising events, including ticket sales, literature, speakers, menu, AV needs and other activities related to the CSRL and the IDF booth. Develop regular reports for campaigns and overall fundraising activities. Assist with the implementation and management of donor prospect/research including management of prospect lists. Identify different cultivation opportunities for IDF. Manage database Implement IDF fundraising action plan. Coordinate volunteers for the CSRL and Main Session Fundraisings. Coordinate the activities of the IDF Founders Coordinating Committee (IFCC) Maintain regular communication with ISNA donors. The Annual Fund Coordinator will be expected to work over-time and attend all conferences, seminars and meetings when requested. The successful candidate must have: A strong understanding of the organizational mission. The candidate must have an understanding of the American nonprofit sector. A minimum of an undergraduate degree while graduate studies in Islamic studies, management, nonprofit management or philanthropy would be preferable. Strong communication and time management skills. Experience with Microsoft Office is required. Applicants: Contact: Sr. Habibe Ali Email: habibe@isna.net Phone: (317) 839-8157 ext. 226 Fax: (317) 839-1805 Assistant, Conventions & Marketing Candidate should have a Bachelors Degree in a related field. Candidates should be highly motivated and be able to provide administrative and secretarial support for special projects, events, overall office work flow, Data Records etc. The candidate should have good communication skills and ability to work in a team. Computer knowledge is a must. The following list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. Responsibilities include: Plans and coordinates administrative assignments and special projects within the department as assigned by the supervisor. Plans, and executes all conference registrations and housing/ hotel needs for conference attendees. Makes travel and accommodation arrangements as needed within the department. Uses personal computer to prepare documents and conference or event related materials such as name badges, attendee lists, hotel rooming lists, etc. Pre and Onsite attendee Registration for all ISNA conferences and Events. Registration process will include mailing letters/flyers, name tags, registration fees, onsite registration coordination, phone calls and other marketing methods for registration. You will be involved in Communication with attendees via phone, email, mail etc. Registration process will include keeping track of registration revenues, special event ticket sales, and follow up for all data entry to online registration system. Attendee and staff hotel/ housing lists to hotels on a regular basis for the events. You will coordinate onsite housing questions or needs. You will handle all phone calls regarding Housing. Compiles reports including graphs, tables, charts etc for the department. Maintains records through filing, retrieval, storage, updating etc Uses software and computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases, statistical packages to format and report data Types routine correspondence and reports from dictation or handwritten copy using personal computer Operates personal computer to access email, calendars, and other support software Flexible for business related travel Experience Needed: One Year work experience in a similar environment and job Skills Needed: Strong computer knowledge particularly in MS Word, Excel, Access, Graphics software such as Publisher, Dream weaver, Ability to work with Adobe, pdf etc. Candidate should have fast typing speed. Good Communication Skills, both written and oral Applicants: Contact: Sr. Habibe Ali Email: habibe@isna.net Phone: (317) 839-8157 ext. 226 Fax: (317) 839-1805 Assistant Editor, Islamic Horizons ISNA is looking for a young journalism graduate to work as Assistant Editor of Islamic Horizons , the flagship magazine of ISNA with a circulation of 70 thousand. The journalist will have to move to the headquarters of ISNA and report on various Islamic events, projects, conferences and conventions The salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and commitment of the person. The job will provide tremendous opportunity for personal growth and development. The Assistant Editor will have these areas of focus: Assist the Islamic Horizons Editor in publishing the magazine Cover ISNA and Muslim events that are assigned by the Editor or the Secretary General for press releases and articles Assist with the development of the weekly Islam in America This Week Internet program Assist as a media liaison : Write press releases and distribute to the media. Work with the Editor and Editorial Advisory Board in helping to formulate topics to be covered by IH. In consultation with the Editor, coordinate with the IH graphics designer, copyeditor/proofreader, and printer. (NOTE: This will help the AE to remain aware of the IH progress and become capable of taking charge at short notice.) Be responsible for news content for www.isna.net Coordinate the content development for the ISNA portal website Develop reports and analysis of the ISNA conferences and activities (conferences, field visits, etc.) and add them on the website. (ii) Coordinate with the Editor and the Convention Reporters Committee in preparation of the ISNA Convention Report that will be published in IH, placed on ISNA website, and distributed to the media. Research and collect information from other Islamic websites Write the script and edit material for the website Analyze website contents and prepare periodic reports Work with the Secretary General to develop and approve the Islamic contents for the website Post Islamic Horizons issues on ISNA website Work with Secretary General and the Editor to develop contacts in the Muslim and mainstream media. Coordinate with the Editor in exploring ways and means to promote IH in the mainstream. Coordinate with ISNA Data Department to ensure IH mailing lists are regularly updated. And help devise ways to improve and enhance IH distribution. Build and maintain a file of published copies of IH. Applicants: Contact: Sr. Habibe Ali Email: habibe@isna.net Phone: (317) 839-8157 ext. 226 Fax: (317) 839-1805 Coordinator for Islamic Education (Full time Islamic Schools) Candidate should have a Master.s degree in a related field with specialization in education, and relevant work experience in Islamic education sector. Candidates will have extensive experience in K-12 educational setting with experience in curriculum development, program development, and teacher training. Candidates should be highly motivated and possess skills such as general management, communication, and team work. Computer skills are a must. Responsibilities include: Design transparent management, administrative, and academic policies and procedures Ensure that all programs align with educational philosophy of Islam and overall educational goals as determined by ISNA Develop comprehensive database of Islamic Schools with emphasis on curriculum and program development. Develop Research-based and technology-centered educational programs. Design, develop, and implement technology integration plans. Develop Information Technology strategies and plans to facilitate education and transfer of information Establish standards for educational programs and physical facilities (including science and computer labs, Gym., etc.) Develop professional development training programs for administrative and teaching staff (on campus physical classes and Internet-based virtual classes) Develop program for the ISNA Education Forum and other Regional Education Forums to support educational advancement Develop guidelines, strategies, and procedures for collaboration among Islamic schools and with other academic and non-academic organizations Design strategies and procedures to initiate collaboration with departments of education at Federal and State levels Provide direction and supervise progress on curriculum development and revision. Develop, implement (propose as recommendations) and coordinate evaluation and assessments of programs for accreditation purposes Take on other related duties as assigned by the Secretary General. Applicants: Contact: Sr. Habibe Ali Email: habibe@isna.net Phone: (317) 839-8157 ext. 226 Fax: (317) 839-1805 Website Coordinator/ Developer Candidate will have Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field, with specialization in website development, design, & maintenance. Technical skills and expertise will include web design, creation of web pages, extensive knowledge of languages such as HTML & Java Script, Windows & UNIX Platforms, SQL, and ASP. The candidate will have knowledge about web application development, forms, audio video integration, and other current web features and technology. Candidate should also possess good writing skills for content update and enhancement. Microsoft certification in this field will be preferred. Candidates should be highly motivated and possess skills such as general management, writing, communication, and team work. Responsibilities include: Development of Website ( www.isna.net ) and other ISNA domains Manage the current site and develop new pages and site upgrades Incorporate new web-technologies within the website Update and develop site content Create web-based methods for better communication and marketing Establish a site infrastructure that is easy to maintain and navigate Design better navigational strategy within the site Develop web applications to ensure technological performance Enhance the current website in terms of design, features, and general layout Develop web applications such as online surveys and evaluations Develop applications for site banner management and overall graphics Develop methods to monitor web traffic and visitor profiles Applicants: Contact: Sr. Habibe Ali Email: habibe@isna.net Phone: (317) 839-8157 ext. 226 Fax: (317) 839-1805