Centre Manager - Noor Gardens (London Ontario)

Job Description – Centre Manager

Reporting directly to the Institutional Director, the Centre Manager is responsible for the overall management and administration of the day-to-day functions of the Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities

• - Develop an annual strategic plan and budget for the Centre, execute the plan, and deliver monthly progress reports to the Centre Management Board.
• - Execute organizational strategies through the Centre to ensure alignment with national objectives.
• - Plan and oversee regular programming and special events at the Centre, including the establishment of operational procedures for day-to-day activities.
• - Manage all Centre expenditures and revenues, and provide monthly financial reports to the Head Office.
• - Coordinate tasks with Centre committees and subcommittees.
• - Recruit necessary staff and volunteers by liaising with the Head Office.
• - Enforce organization policies and regulations at the Centre.
• - Supervise the Imam, other employees, and contractors, conducting annual evaluations and submitting them to the Centre Management Board.
• - Represent the Centre in interactions with the community and government entities.
• - Maintain official records and ensure compliance with governmental regulations.
• - Collaborate with the Head Office to manage the Centre's website and maintain its online presence across various social media platforms.
• - Provide leadership in fundraising efforts, including overseas travel, drafting solicitation letters, organizing events, public speaking engagements, donor engagement, and encouraging fundraising activities.
• - Serve as a representative of the Centre in specific cases as delegated by the Centre Management Board.
• - Participate in Centre Management Board meetings as a non-voting member.
• - Generate reports as requested by the MAC Executive Director.
• - Ensure the Centre remains accessible to the public during operating hours.
• - Formulate proposals for community programs, collaborate with the Institutions Department Representative on their development, and oversee their execution.

• - Offer administrative, managerial, and logistical support for MAC-organized events, including Friday prayers, camps, Ramadan programs, Eid prayers and celebrations, conferences, etc.
• - Supervise Centre renovation projects and liaise with contractors and stakeholders as necessary.
• - Draft written documents outlining Centre policies, operational procedures, and processes.
• - Manage relationships with commercial unit tenants.
• - Act as the Centre's representative in engagements with the community and government entities.
• - Establish a centralized repository for official Centre records and documents, ensuring compliance with governmental regulations.
• - Oversee Centre expenditures and revenues.
• - Recruit and manage contractors or volunteers as needed to maintain regular operations.
• - Prepare reports as requested by the Institutions Department Representative.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Self motivated, hard working and dedicated
• Strong interpersonal skills; proven personnel management skills; able to involve members of the community in public activities and projects
• Experience in management of non-profit projects in North American or a Western country
• Knowledge of basic budget preparation and finance
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective public relations
• Team oriented and seeks advice from others

• Strong interest and enthusiasm for MAC’s vision

Other Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Must be available to work irregular hours as needed
• Possess a valid driver’s license issued by the province of work and have access to an insured vehicle