Overview
Spearhead UNRWA’s Islamic Giving strategy, integrating Zakat and Sadaqah-based fundraising across High Value and Individual Giving streams to maximize income and impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement UNRWA’s Islamic Philanthropy strategy.
- Identify and expand opportunities in high-potential markets.
- Develop tailored entry strategies.
- Support the preparation and coordination of UNRWA’s engagement in key Islamic Philanthropy forums.
- Prospect, cultivate, and steward high-value Islamic partnerships.
- Develop compelling proposals and cases for support tailored to Islamic partners.
- Support the Zakat Board secretariat function.
- Produce the annual Islamic Giving Report.
- Co-lead the design and delivery of Islamic campaigns.
- Ensure messaging, donor journeys, and appeals are culturally resonant.
- Integrate Islamic Giving KPIs into shared dashboards.
- Support creative development and communications materials for Islamic audiences.
- Serve as the focal point for Islamic Giving across PSP.
- Develop clear KPIs and accountability frameworks for Islamic income.
- Liaise with recognized Islamic scholars and certification bodies.
- Coordinate with Field Offices on delivery of Zakat-funded programmes.
- Provide regular briefings and reports to PSP management.
- Develop internal guidance and tools on Islamic Giving best practices.
- Build PSP and partner capacity on engaging faith-based audiences.
- Stay informed of global Islamic Philanthropy trends.
Required Experience
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in Islamic Philanthropy, fundraising, or partnership development, including international exposure.
- Proven experience in cultivating relationships with Islamic financial institutions, philanthropists, and faith-based organizations.
- Strong understanding of Zakat, Sadaqah, and other Islamic giving mechanisms, including governance and compliance requirements.
- Experience in designing and implementing Islamic giving campaigns and donor engagement strategies.
- Experience in coordinating cross-functional teams and working in complex institutional settings.
- Familiarity with the humanitarian or development landscape in key Islamic philanthropy markets (desirable).
- Experience with UN agencies or National Committees (desirable).
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems (desirable).
