Director of Spiritual Engagement

The Director of Spiritual Engagement is a vital role that leads MIST’s faith-centered programming beyond the MIST tournaments, with an emphasis on Islamic identity and values. The Director plans and executes organizer tarbiyah sessions, develops spiritually grounded leadership content, and integrates spiritual elements into tournament activities to reinforce MIST’s mission and maintain its religious foundation. The Director also builds relationships with Islamic institutions and speakers.

Official Start Date: May 1, 2026

Key Responsibilities

  • Programming

    • Develop internal curricula for MIST organizers assessing the most beneficial topics

    • Coordinate and invite speakers for year-round spiritual enrichment and leadership sessions for different audiences (competitors, organizers, alumni, etc).

      • Oversee tarbiyah programming at the MIST Leadership Summit 

    • Collaborate with the National Programs team to provide theme-related Islamic workshop examples for tournaments

  • External Partnerships

    • Build relationships with Islamic speakers and institutions

    • Establish partnerships that help streamline speaker selection for tournaments

    • Recruit and maintain a spiritual advisory board and act as the liaison for MIST and its advisors

Qualifications

  • Cannot hold a concurrent MIST organizing role (must step down if selected)

  • Excellent networking and written communications skills

  • Preferably well-connected with diverse Islamic speakers and institutions

  • Commitment to organizational stewardship, including supporting ELT peers and participating in broader strategic discussions beyond assigned responsibilities

  • Ability to dedicate 5 - 10 hrs/week

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