About the Role
The Centre Manager is responsible for the overall management and administration of the day-to-day functions of the Centre, reporting directly to the Institutional Director.
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.
- 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.
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.
Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Self motivated, hard working and dedicated
- Proven personnel management skills
- Able to involve members of the community in public activities and projects
- 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
Experience Level
- Experience in management of non-profit projects in North American or a Western country
Education Level
- Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
