Serenity Sisters Program Lead

Role Type

Volunteer Position

Overview

The Serenity Sisters Program Lead develops transformative daytime programming for Muslim women aged 25–45, creating structured pathways for spiritual growth, community connection, and holistic wellness. This role involves designing and executing 8-week educational cohorts combined with regular Fem Fit wellness programming that addresses the unique needs of mothers, homemakers, and working women seeking deeper Islamic knowledge and sisterhood during daytime hours.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and facilitate 8-week Islamic education cohorts covering diverse topics: aqeedah, fiqh, tafsir, personal development, and contemporary women's issues

  • Develop and oversee Femme Fit wellness programming integrating physical fitness with Islamic principles of health and self-care

  • Recruit qualified instructors and guest speakers to deliver specialized content within cohort structure

  • Create safe, supportive learning environments where sisters can discuss sensitive topics and build genuine relationships

  • Manage registration, communication, and participant engagement throughout cohort cycles

  • Build leadership pipeline by identifying and developing assistant facilitators from program participants

  • Track completion rates, participant feedback, and program outcomes to refine offerings continuously

Expectations & Commitment

  • Time Commitment: 12–15 hours per month (cohort sessions + Fem Fit + planning + coordination)

  • Reporting: Direct report to Programs Director with quarterly program assessments

  • Strategic Planning: Submit 6-month programming calendar including cohort topics and Fem Fit schedule within 30 days

  • Curriculum Development: Create or curate high-quality Islamic educational content appropriate for target demographic

  • Professional Development: Attend quarterly volunteer training sessions

Success Metrics

  • Maintain cohort enrollment of 20+ sisters with 85% completion rate

  • Execute consecutive 8-week cohorts without gaps in programming

  • Sustain weekly Femme Fit attendance of 15+ participants

  • Develop assistant facilitator team of 2–3 sisters by month 6

  • Achieve 90% participant satisfaction ratings on content quality and community experience

First 90-Day Priorities

  • Launch inaugural 8-week cohort with clear theme, reading materials, and discussion framework

  • Establish Femme Fit programming with consistent weekly schedule and qualified instructor

  • Build participant database and communication system (WhatsApp, email updates, resource sharing)

  • Create registration and intake process for cohort enrollment

  • Develop resource library and reading lists for cohort topics

  • Identify potential assistant facilitators and guest speakers for future programming

Systems & Tools

  • WhatsApp groups for cohort communication and community engagement

  • Google Forms for registration, feedback collection, and topic interest surveys

  • Google Drive for shared resources, reading materials, and cohort content

  • Scheduling system for Fem Fit sessions and guest speaker coordination

  • Attendance tracking for both cohorts and wellness programming

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Strong Islamic knowledge with ability to teach complex religious concepts accessibly

  • Experience facilitating women's educational programming, study circles, or spiritual development groups

  • Understanding of challenges facing Muslim women aged 25–45: motherhood, career, spiritual growth, community isolation

  • Excellent group facilitation skills with ability to moderate sensitive discussions respectfully

  • Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple program components simultaneously

  • Passionate about holistic development integrating spiritual, intellectual, and physical wellness

  • Age 30+ preferred; life experience and Islamic maturity that builds trust and credibility

Why Join MKMC

This position creates lasting transformation in the lives of Muslim women during pivotal years of motherhood, career development, and spiritual seeking. The knowledge you facilitate and the community you build become sources of strength that sisters carry into their families, careers, and broader community engagement. Your leadership directly addresses the isolation many Muslim women experience while building networks of support that produce ripple effects across generations.

How to Apply

To apply, please email apply@masjidkhadijah.ca with your name, background, and the position you are applying for.