The Western Muslim Magazine is a trendsetting publication which seeks to capture the emerging and dynamic culture of Muslims in the West. By joining our team, you will be contributing to a group with strong core values, demonstrated professionalism and a commitment to the continued development of its people. The Western Muslim Magazine is a place where diversity is celebrated, creativity is fostered and talented people thrive!

All positions with the Western Muslim (posted below or otherwise) are volunteer positions.

Benefits

• Get hands on experience in the ultra-competitive magazine industry
• Dedicated HR staff providing goals, challenges and opportunities to meet your needs
• Amazing references
• An opportunity to be a part of a flourishing grassroots Muslim publication
• Make a positive contribution to society and give back to the community

Current Openings

Website Developer

Reporting directly to the Editor-in-chief and working closely with the Design lead, the website developer’s (WD) main responsibility is to manage website development.  The WD implements web pages, maintains content and oversees day-to-day management of the web site: assuring quality and filing integrity of web pages. This position is based in Calgary

Responsibilities

• Implementing the ongoing development of the Western Muslim website, including the development of additional online applications.


• Performing day-to-day site maintenance


• Performing navigation and browser compatibility and quality-control for third party content


• Developing website page concepts and content


• General review of pages including spell-checks,error checks prior to and after release, to maintain high level of quality of the pages.


• Writes structured, validated, and documented HTML code.


• Keeps current with HTML language and web tool developments in order to use the new features.

The WD should also have good writing and organizational skills. The WD must be able to effectively complete multiple tasks, priorities, and handle deadlines and responsibilities. The WD should be able to work independently and cooperatively. Commitment and dedication to the magazine and an enthusiasm for the WM culture is a must.

The applicant must be familiar with HTML, CSS, Javascript, Action-script and C++ along with the following programs: Photoshop, Dreamweaver and Flash. Knowledge of content management systems is an asset.

All interested applicants please forward your cover letter (detailing how you meet these requirements) and resume to:

Volunteer Coordinator

The Volunteer Coordinator works in collaboration with all other Leads in the Western Muslim. The Volunteer Coordinator’ s function is to rally and direct volunteer participation in all areas of the magazine. Reporting directly to the Business Development Lead, the Volunteer Coordinator must also participate in and be familiar with the processes and departments of the magazine. This position is based in Calgary.

Responsibilities

• Selects and places volunteers to various projects as required


• Supervise the development and participation of the volunteers


• Coordinate recruitment efforts throughout the year



• Attend executive meetings and participate in discussions relating to volunteerism and staffing needs within the organization


• Develop and maintain a system for effective volunteer management and retention


• Liaise with Business Development Lead and Editors in the development of volunteer position descriptions in response to the Western Muslim needs


• Establish and conduct screening interviews with potential volunteers


• Provide basic orientation and on-going support to all volunteers


• Assist supervisors in establishing and conducting regular volunteer performance reviews

Skills


The Volunteer Coordinator must have very good communication and organizational skills, excellent written communication skills and should be able to create visual promotions. The Volunteer Coordinator should possess experience with volunteer programs, the coordination of volunteer services, and demonstrate the ability to supervise volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator must be able to effectively complete multiple tasks, priorities, and handle deadlines and responsibilities. And should be able to work independently and cooperatively with staff, volunteers and stakeholders.

All interested applicants, please forward your cover letter (detailing how you meet these requirements) and resume to:

Writers

The Writer works in a team within the content department and reports to the Writing Lead. The overall responsibility of the Writer is to create feature articles following the Western Muslim content guidelines. Key areas of responsibility include writing articles, assisting in proofreading articles, generating article topics and attending regular content meetings. The Writer consults with the Writing Lead on a regular basis, providing updates.

Responsibilities

• Writing 1 -2 feature articles per year


• Contribute to the Western Muslim writer blog


• Providing articles that have a high standard of accuracy and professionalism


• Becoming familiar with the Western Muslim writing style and subject matter

A Writer must have a broad knowledge of current and emerging issues and superior writing and researching skills. The candidate must also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, possess excellent English language skills, knowledge of magazine style writing and ability to meet the submission requirements.

All interested applicants, please forward your cover letter (detailing how you meet these requirements) and resume to:

Please refer to the “Western Muslim Writer Guidelines”

Volunteer Positions

As a grassroots organization, the Western Muslim provides a range of opportunities for its volunteers in order to enhance their personal and professional development. If you are interested in contributing to the magazine outside of the positions listed above, please submit your cover letter and resume to: