Job Description
Shape the future of the UK’s dedicated Muslim Cancer Support Network by providing critical administrative support. Safeena was created to ensure no Muslim facing cancer feels alone. As we grow from a volunteer‑led initiative into a professionally governed national organisation, we are recruiting an Administrator who will play a central role in supporting our Head of Transformation and strengthening the foundations of our charity. Home‑based (UK) with occasional travel This role is ideal for someone who is organised, proactive and passionate about health equity. You will be at the heart of Safeena’s transformation programme, helping build systems, processes and governance that enable our volunteers, community champions and befriending teams to support Muslims affected by cancer with dignity, compassion and culturally sensitive care. Why this role matters Safeena is delivering a major two‑year transformation programme focused on building organisational capacity, strengthening governance, developing a skilled volunteer workforce and expanding cancer awareness activity across mosques and Muslim communities. Your administrative leadership will help ensure Safeena becomes a credible, compliant and high‑performing national charity capable of reaching thousands. About Safeena Safeena provides faith‑informed emotional support, peer befriending, bereavement support, cancer literacy education, and culturally sensitive volunteer services. Our work is rooted in sincerity (ikhlas), accountability, service (khidma) and compassion, ensuring every individual receives care that respects their faith, culture and dignity. Key Responsibilities Inbox & Communication Management Manage and triage the Head of Transformation and Hello inboxes Draft responses, prioritise actions and maintain professional communication with partners and volunteers Meetings & Coordination Organise meetings, workshops and community sessions Prepare agendas, papers and pre‑reads Take accurate minutes and maintain action logs Documentation & Governance Format and proofread reports, papers and presentations Maintain project documentation and support governance processes Assist with board and steering group preparation Project Administration Maintain project documentation Support reporting, monitoring and data collection Assist with onboarding and close‑down of project activities General Administrative Duties Diary coordination, travel arrangements and basic financial admin Maintain confidentiality and uphold Safeena’s safeguarding standards Person Specification Essential Strong organisational and communication skills Experience managing inboxes, documentation and meeting coordination Proficiency in Microsoft Office Ability to work independently and handle sensitive information Desirable Experience in healthcare, charity or transformation settings Understanding of culturally competent or faith‑informed support environments
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