Muslim Chaplain and Advisor on Islamophobia Hate

King's College London seeks a Muslim Chaplain and Advisor on Islamophobia to join its Waterloo Campus in a groundbreaking dual role. This position combines pastoral chaplaincy services with university-wide advisory leadership on Islamophobia prevention and response.

**Responsibilities:**

• Provide comprehensive pastoral care to Muslim students and staff, and serve as an inclusive spiritual resource for all members of the university community
• Lead Islamic religious life across campus, managing Muslim prayer facilities at all locations
• Advise senior leadership on religious accommodations and cultural sensitivity for Islamic observances (Ramadan, Eid, daily prayers)
• Serve as the principal subject matter expert on Islamophobia, delivering high-level briefings to executive meetings
• Collaborate with Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Student Support teams to develop and deliver university-wide Islamophobia awareness training
• Build and maintain relationships with Islamic agencies and community leaders
• Support incident response on Islamophobia matters affecting the university community

**Qualifications & Experience Required:**

• Deep understanding of Islam and its diverse practice traditions
• Demonstrated ability to address and advise on Islamophobia in higher education settings
• Skilled in confidential listening and spiritual care with clear professional boundaries
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive briefing capability
• Proven experience in multi-faith environments with strong cross-faith relationship-building skills
• Ability to engage empathetically with a diverse student population
• Experience balancing academic freedom principles with community safety considerations
• Strong teamwork and fast-paced environment adaptability
• Experience delivering cultural literacy and awareness training

**Desirable Qualifications:**

• Postgraduate qualification or recognized training in Islamic Studies or related field
• Accredited chaplaincy, counseling, or mental health first aid training
• Conflict mediation or restorative justice experience in multi-faith contexts
• Knowledge of UK higher education regulatory and social landscape
• Track record leading social cohesion initiatives

**What's Offered:**

• Part-time position (28 hours per week)
• Indefinite contract
• Salary: £36,024.80–£42,011.20 per annum (including London Weighting)
• Based at Waterloo Campus, King's College London

**Application Timeline:**

Closing date: 21 October 2026. Interviews expected 2–3 November 2026.