What You'll Do

• As a Caseworker, you’ll provide critical support to clients through individualized case planning, direct advocacy, and connection to essential services. You’ll be both a listener and an advocate, working closely with women and children in their healing journey, often within their own homes and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Support Plans tailored to client needs.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with women and children.
• Conduct in-home and remote intakes with compassion and professionalism.
• Facilitate access to housing, legal, health, education, and social services.
• Offer consistent follow-up support and decision-making guidance.
• Navigate community systems and collaborate with external service providers.
• Maintain accurate case notes and manage confidential client files.
• May be required to supervise and mentor volunteer or student placement caseworkers.
• Stay informed about local resources, supports, and best practices.
• Uphold all health, safety, and confidentiality standards.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and organizational events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Sakeenah Canada.

Role Overview:

Setting: In-Person
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Hours Per Week: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Weekdays 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) 

Salary: $42,000 Annual 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Degree/diploma in Social Work, Gender Studies, Sociology, Social Justice, or related fields.
• Experience working with vulnerable women and children, especially those facing homelessness, violence, or trauma.
• Understanding and commitment to anti-racism and Islamic-centered care frameworks.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, conflict-resolution, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make informed, compassionate decisions.
• Organizational and time-management strengths to handle competing priorities.
• Proficiency in basic computer systems and case management software.

Requirements

• Fluency in English required; additional languages are a strong asset (e.g., Arabic, Urdu, Somali).
• Must hold a valid G-Class driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation.
• Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check must be completed prior to start date.

What We Offer

• A supportive, mission-driven work environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a real impact in the lives of women and children.
• Be part of a team that values diversity, empathy, and advocacy.

What You'll Do

• As a Caseworker, you’ll provide critical support to clients through individualized case planning, direct advocacy, and connection to essential services. You’ll be both a listener and an advocate, working closely with women and children in their healing journey, often within their own homes and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Support Plans tailored to client needs.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with women and children.
• Conduct in-home and remote intakes with compassion and professionalism.
• Facilitate access to housing, legal, health, education, and social services.
• Offer consistent follow-up support and decision-making guidance.
• Navigate community systems and collaborate with external service providers.
• Maintain accurate case notes and manage confidential client files.
• May be required to supervise and mentor volunteer or student placement caseworkers.
• Stay informed about local resources, supports, and best practices.
• Uphold all health, safety, and confidentiality standards.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and organizational events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Sakeenah Canada.

Role Overview:

Setting: In-Person
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Hours Per Week: Part-time, 20 hours/week (Weekdays 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) 

Salary: $21,000 Annual 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Degree/diploma in Social Work, Gender Studies, Sociology, Social Justice, or related fields.
• Experience working with vulnerable women and children, especially those facing homelessness, violence, or trauma.
• Understanding and commitment to anti-racism and Islamic-centered care frameworks.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, conflict-resolution, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make informed, compassionate decisions.
• Organizational and time-management strengths to handle competing priorities.
• Proficiency in basic computer systems and case management software.

Requirements

• Fluency in English required; additional languages are a strong asset (e.g., Arabic, Urdu, Somali).
• Must hold a valid G-Class driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation.
• Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check must be completed prior to start date.

What We Offer

• A supportive, mission-driven work environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a real impact in the lives of women and children.
• Be part of a team that values diversity, empathy, and advocacy.

Role Overview:

Number of positions available : 2
1 FT + 1 Contract (3 months)

Location: Ottawa, Ontario (1)  and Western Ontario ( West of Peel to Windsor) (1)
Setting: In-Person

Schedule: Monday to Friday,  9 am- 5 pm + evenings, weekends and some holidays

Pay Rate: $24/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Drive fundraising revenue through events, campaigns, and direct donor engagement.
• Build and grow relationships with donors, sponsors, masajids, community leaders, businesses, and influencers.
• Establish strong partnerships with masajids, including Jummah and Taraweh collections, workshops, and awareness sessions.
• Secure business and corporate sponsorships aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Plan, execute, and optimize regional fundraising initiatives to meet or exceed targets.
• Leverage personal and regional social media platforms to promote campaigns and appeals.
• Recruit, manage, and motivate volunteers to maximize fundraising outcomes.
• Track donations, report results, and collaborate with finance to ensure transparency and accountability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising, stakeholder management, and community development.
• Experience in coordination and leading volunteers.
• Familiar with local community dynamics and culture.
• Strong organizational and project management skills and experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the local region and community.  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills  
• Current local driving license and access to a vehicle
• Fluency in written and spoken English is necessary, any additional languages spoken are an asset.
• Vulnerable Sector check to be submitted prior to start of employment

Overview

This is a volunteer (unpaid) position.

Board members are expected to attend scheduled in-person Board meetings, serve on at least one committee, and contribute strategically throughout the year.

Sakeenah Canada is seeking accomplished professionals to join our Board of Directors, with a particular interest in individuals who bring marketing, communications, branding, or growth-related expertise. We welcome candidates from diverse professional and lived experiences who are passionate about our mission and committed to making a meaningful, measurable impact in the community.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute strategic leadership, governance oversight, and professional expertise to a growing non-profit organization, helping shape its long-term direction, visibility, and sustainability.

Sakeenah Canada is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable Board that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. We believe that diversity of perspective strengthens governance, enhances decision-making, and deepens our community impact.

Key Responsibilities

As a member of the Board of Directors, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership and governance oversight in collaboration with fellow Board members and senior leadership to advance Sakeenah Canada’s mission and long-term objectives.
• Participate actively in Board meetings, committees, and strategic planning sessions, contributing high-level insights and informed perspectives that support effective decision-making.
• Provide leadership and actively contribute to a Board sub-committee aligned with marketing, communications and fundraising as appropriate.
• Contribute marketing, communications, and brand expertise to help strengthen organizational positioning, messaging, digital presence, and stakeholder engagement.
• Advise on donor engagement, fundraising strategy, campaign positioning, and revenue-growth opportunities, as needed.
• Act as an ambassador for the organization by championing its mission, strengthening public visibility, and cultivating positive relationships with community partners, donors, and other stakeholders.
• Uphold fiduciary responsibilities by supporting sound financial oversight, ethical governance practices, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Offer strategic guidance and constructive feedback to executive leadership, supporting organizational capacity, performance, and succession planning as appropriate.
• Stay informed of relevant nonprofit, marketing, communications, and sector trends to help ensure the organization’s continued relevance and impact.
• Model and uphold Sakeenah Canada’s values of integrity, inclusivity, transparency, and community-centered leadership.
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Role Overview:

Reports To: Chair, Board of Directors

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to Sakeenah Canada’s mission, reflected through professional experience in community impact and ethical leadership.
• Strong thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to contribute at a governance and oversight level. Professional experience in marketing, communications, branding, digital strategy, media, public relations, or organizational growth, gained through corporate, agency, or non-profit environments.
• Experience supporting organizational growth, increased public visibility, or change initiatives.
• The ability and willingness to share professional expertise, insights, networks, and resources in service of the organization’s long-term success.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including Board members, staff, volunteers, funders, and community partners.
• Fundraising experience, including donor cultivation, sponsorship development, partnerships, or revenue-growth strategy, is considered an asset.
• Previous Board or committee experience is an asset but not required; senior professionals new to board service are encouraged to apply.