The application period has ended. Jazakum Allahu khairan for all your applications. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, insha Allah.
The Research and Content team at ProductiveMuslim.com is looking for candidates who can fulfill the following roles.
- Content Co-ordinator (One-Year Internship)
- Editor
1. Content Co-ordinator (One-Year Internship)
Job Description
Aim
To assist the Researcher by compiling research from a variety of resources for any kind of content-related project and to assist the Content team in co-ordinating incoming content submissions and ideas.
Responsibilities
- Compile clearly written, brief, and organized data for use in content delivery
- Co-ordinate with contributors to manage incoming content submissions
- Assist Head of Research & Content in liaising with contributors
- Attend online Skype meetings with Research &Content team when required
Salary
Unpaid, voluntary position
Duration
1 year (approx. 7 hours a week)
Training
Orientation meeting and software training
Benefits
- Improve research skills, explore range of sources and information related to the Ummah
- Develop ability to work with a global online team using project management tools
- Personal development opportunities through interaction with team members
- Reference available upon successful completion of internship
Person Specification
- Excellent organisational and communication skills – Essential
- Ability to effectively compile research – Essential
- Computer literate and quick learner – Essential
- Have committed, hardworking and motivated attitude – Essential
- Ability to work in a team and independently using own initiative – Essential
- Attention to detail and eye for relevant information – Essential
- Shared vision for ProductiveMuslim.com – Desirable
- Able to meet deadlines – Essential
- Willing to undertake tasks as set by Head of Content and Research or other members of team
2. Editor
Job Description
Aim
The editor is responsible for the review of content submissions and developing them in terms of quality and relevance.
Responsibilities
- Edit articles for substance and quality
- Develop articles to be ready for publishing (incorporate SEO features, appropriate layout and formatting, etc.)
- Brainstorm relevant and new topics for ProductiveMuslim.com fans, and assign topics to appropriate contributors
- Be able to meet tight and spur of the moment deadlines
- Partake in online team meetings whenever scheduled
- Support the Head of Research & Content in managing content
- Take the place of Head of R&C in case of temporary or long term absence
- Occasionally contribute personally written articles
- Prepare or edit sales copy when required
Salary
Unpaid, voluntary position
Training
Orientation meeting and software training. Additional skills development training courses when relevant.
Commitment
Approximately 7 hours a week
Benefits
- Help serve the Ummah
- Develop personal/professional skills
- Work with a dynamic and international team
- Expand your global network of professional Muslims
- Benefit from valuable courses and the exposure to modern productivity techniques
- Help change lives, literally (it’s in the testimonials!)
- Be inspired to be a better you
Person Specification
- High level of English (proficiency, understanding of grammar rules,clarity etc.) – Essential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with team members and contributors – Essential
- Ability to learn quickly (for various projects) – Essential
- Computer literate – Essential
- Have a critical eye and attention to detail for editing – Essential
- Creativity and flair for content topics/ideas – Essential
- Previous editorial experience – Essential
- Excellent organisational skills – Desirable
- Be willing and enthusiastic to support senior members of staff – Essential
- Committed to the ProductiveMuslim.com vision and values – Desirable
- Be able to commit 7 to 10 hours a week – Desirable
- Willing to undertake tasks as set by Head of Content and Research or other members of team – Essential
- Prior experience in copywriting and marketing activities – Desirable
To Apply
Mail your CV to content@productivemuslim.com along with a cover letter outlining why you think you’d match the job requirements. State the position applied for in the subject line of your e-mail. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for applications: 8th October, 2012.
