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About Yaqeen Institute

Yaqeen is a nonprofit on a mission to pioneer Islamic research in creative, cutting-edge formats tailored to meet people where they are. We work to dismantle doubts through well-researched truths, nurture conviction by strengthening belief with practical, spiritual guidance, and inspire contribution by reviving our tradition of faithful changemakers, insha'Allah. We're seeking like-minded professionals who embody Islamic values including sincerity, excellence, and compassion, and want to make a difference in the faith of people worldwide.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and mission-driven Senior Recruiter to join our team. This is a full-time contractor (6-month term, exempt) role. This role is critical to building a high-performing workforce that advances our organizational mission. The Senior Recruiter will lead the full-cycle recruitment process with a strong emphasis on proactively sourcing and engaging top talent quickly and effectively.

The ideal candidate is a strategic partner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing speed and quality while ensuring candidates are aligned with our values. They will collaborate closely with leadership to anticipate hiring needs, accelerate recruitment timelines, and cultivate a diverse pipeline of candidates passionate about contributing to our mission.

What you'll do

• Partner with organizational leaders to define hiring priorities and translate workforce needs into clear and timely recruitment strategies.
• Proactively source, engage, and build relationships with mission-aligned talent through networking, outreach, events, and digital platforms.
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process with a strong focus on efficiency and speed to hire: job postings, outreach, screening, interviews, feedback, and offers.
• Champion an excellent candidate experience that reflects our organizational values and culture at every stage of the process.
• Develop and maintain a talent pipeline for hard-to-fill and future roles, ensuring we can respond quickly to organizational needs.
• Collaborate with the HR squad to strengthen employer branding and highlight our mission to prospective candidates.
• Track and report recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, and pipeline strength to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior recruitment team members and share best practices for fast, effective talent acquisition in a mission-driven context.
• Stay informed on trends in nonprofit and social impact recruiting, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of recruiting experience, with a track record of proactively sourcing and hiring top talent quickly.
• Proven success recruiting for mission-driven organizations (nonprofit, social enterprise, or similar sector).
• Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies, recruiting tools, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to balance speed, quality, and cultural fit in the hiring process.
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process.

• Preferred Skills
• • Experience shaping employer branding and candidate engagement strategies.
  • Strong consultative skills with the ability to influence hiring decisions at the leadership level.
  • Understanding of nonprofit talent market trends and compensation benchmarking.
  • Passion for connecting people to meaningful work that creates impact.

Yaqeen Institute embraces a philosophy that values and promotes diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and advance a talented and diverse workforce within a culture where all employees are empowered to reach their fullest potential.

Please note that all career opportunities at Yaqeen Institute are subject to a three-month probationary period, during which we assess performance, alignment with our values, and mutual fit to ensure long-term success in the role.