Executive, Community & Zakat Programs

Responsible for coordinating and administering zakat-related initiatives and community programmes to ensure effective distribution, compliance, and impact. The role supports organisational objectives by managing stakeholder relationships, ensuring Shariah compliance, and contributing to sustainable community development through structured zakat and community engagement programmes.

Zakat Management & Administration

• Assist in coordinating the distribution of corporate zakat funds in accordance with approved asnaf categories, Shariah principles, and internal governance frameworks.

• Support assessment, verification, and documentation of zakat recipients (individuals, institutions, NGOs, or programmes).

• Coordinate disbursement processes and ensure proper tracking and documentation of zakat distribution.

Community & Zakat Programmes

• Assist in planning and implementing zakat-funded community programmes aligned with organisational focus areas (e.g. education, health, welfare & well-being, economic empowerment).

• Coordinate logistics, schedules, and stakeholder engagement for community and zakat initiatives.

• Monitor implementation progress and support impact measurement and reporting activities.

Governance, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure zakat distribution activities comply with internal policies, Shariah guidelines, and relevant zakat authority requirements.

• Maintain accurate records, beneficiary data, approvals, and supporting documentation for audit and reporting purposes.

• Assist in preparing materials for internal reviews, management updates, and audits related to zakat programmes.

Stakeholder & Partner Coordination

• Liaise with Zakat institutions, NGOs, community organisations, and beneficiaries on programme execution matters.

• Support engagement with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and smooth implementation of zakat initiatives.

• Assist in responding to queries related to zakat distribution and community programmes.

Reporting & Communication Support

• Prepare basic reports, summaries, and presentations on zakat distribution and community programme outcomes.

• Support communications, site visits, and engagement activities related to zakat-funded initiatives, where required.

Requirement

• Bachelor's Degree in Islamic Studies, Shariah, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Community Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in zakat distribution, CSR implementation community development, NGO work, or social programmes.
• Exposure to zakat-funded initiatives, welfare programmes, or social impact projects is an added advantage.