Job Brief The Resort Imam plays a crucial role in fostering the spiritual and religious well-being of the resort community, comprising staff and guests.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Responsible for leading the five prayers at the mosque.
- Responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance of the mosque, ablution area and the surrounding premises.
- To be punctual for prayer times and to call for prayers accordingly.
- To lead the team member in all religious formalities and special events/days throughout the year.
- Report any request for maintenance to the responsible person in the department.
- Maintenance of religious reading material within the mosque.
- Initiate religious activities during Ramadan
- Attend to meeting and briefing held by the department if required.
- Conduct all obligatory prayers (Salah) and lead Friday (Jumu’ah) prayers for staff and guests.
- Deliver Friday sermons (Khutbah) and special sermons during religious occasions such as Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha
- Provide Quranic recitation, Islamic lectures, and discussions for staff and interested guests.
- Observe and promote Islamic holidays, organizing activities or special events such as Iftar during Ramadan.
- Offer individual spiritual counseling to staff and guests seeking guidance.
- Address concerns or questions about Islamic practices and principles in a non-judgmental manner.
- Support staff and guests in maintaining their religious obligations while staying at the resort.
- Organize educational sessions for staff, focusing on Islamic values, ethics, and personal development.
- Promote awareness among international guests about Maldivian Islamic culture in a respectful and approachable way.
- Actively participate in resort-organized cultural programs or events to represent Islamic traditions and Maldivian culture.
- Assist in staff welfare and wellness initiatives, such as addressing moral or ethical concerns within the resort community.
- Contribute to the resort's community-building efforts, including working as a Staff Welfare Attendant or assisting HR activities, when necessary.
- Maintain proper records of religious events and ceremonies conducted.
- Provide periodic reports to management regarding the spiritual well-being of the resort community.
- Liaise with government or local religious bodies to ensure compliance with Maldivian regulations regarding Islamic practices.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS: - Certification as a qualified Imam from a recognized Islamic institution or religious authority.
- Formal education in Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh), Quranic studies, and Hadith is preferred.
- A minimum of 1–3 years of experience as an Imam, ideally in a hospitality, resort, or multicultural environment.
- Previous experience leading prayers and providing spiritual guidance to diverse audiences.
- Proficient in Quranic recitation with Tajweed.
- Deep understanding of Islamic teachings, values, and principles.
- Bilingual skills: Fluency in Dhivehi and English is essential.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with people from various cultural and religious backgrou
