AKINTOLA Mubarak

Accepted Papers at the Conference would be published in the Journal of Islam in Nigeria (JOIN)

ISLAMIC WELFARE FOUNDATION (IWF)

In collaboration with

EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY,
ADO-EKITI DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Announces

2022 CONFERENCE ON ISLAM IN NIGERIA (COIN)

CALL FOR PAPERS
It is a settled question that the Nigerian constitution prohibits theocracy as a system of government in the country. Yet the same constitution enshrines the right of the individual to adopt and practice any religion of his choice as inalienable. In practice, governments at various levels have given recognition to religious observances. But such involvement of governments has been observed to be arbitrary since, more often than not, it is the religion of those who holds the reins of power (political or bureaucratic) at each level of government that enjoys government patronage. Consequently, adherents of different religions now openly struggle for their brethren in faith to occupy positions of power, either to consolidate government patronage of their religion or to resist and redress perceived past injustice against their religion. This struggle has generated numerous crises in Nigeria and chances are that the frequency and intensity of such crises will increase with time. Since the Nigerian constitution forbids theocracy but guarantees freedom of worship, what then should be the right mix between religion and politics in the country? Scholars will provide solutions to the problematic from different perspectives during the conference.

Theme: RELIGION AND POLITICS IN NIGERIA
Sub Themes:>
1. Role of religion in politics
2. Role of religious institutions in politics
3. Role of political institutions in religion
4. Theocracy and constitutionalism in Nigeria
5. Media, Religion, and Politics
6. Muslim Christian participation in Nigerian politics
7. Politics of Religion in Nigeria
8. Religion, Politics and Peaceful Coexistence
9. Religious plurality and national integration in Nigeria
10. Secularism, Constitutionalism and Religious Plurality
11. Theocracy and Democracy
12. Religion and Political Leadership selection in Contemporary Nigeria
13. Religion and public morality in Nigeria
14. Compatibility of Religion and Secularism
15. Religion and national development
16. Religion and electioneering in Nigeria
17. Political dimensions of Inter-faith relations in Nigeria

Date: 12-15 Rabi'ath-Thani (November 7-November 10, 2022)
Venue: Ekiti State University

Keynote Speakers
(a) PROFESSOR MOJEED ALABI, Provost, College of Law, Osun State University, Osogbo. (b) PROFESSOR J.B. AYODELE, Director GST, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti.

Lead Paper Presenters
DR. AZIZAT AMOLOVE-ADEBAYO, Faculty of Law, University of Torin, Ilorin, PROFESSOR RAFIU ADEBAYO, Provost, Federal College of Education, wo

Submission of Abstracts: September 30, 2022
Submission of Fall Paper: October 30, 2022
Submission of Abstracts
Abstract should be a maximum of 250 words using Microsoft Word, Times New Roman, 12 font. Arabic should be a traditional Arabic font 18. The title, Author(s), Institutional Affiliations, Mobile numbers, and E-mail Addresses of the Author(s) should be included. Abstracts and full paper submissions should be submitted to [email protected].
ACCEPTED PAPERS will be published in the Journal of Islam in Nigeria (JOIN)

Chief Host: PROFESSOR EDWARD OLANIPEKUN Vice Chancellor, Ekiti State University
Co-Host: DR. HASSAN KALEJAIYE National Coordinator, Islamic Welfare Foundation
Co-Host: PROF. M.A. ABDU-RAHEEM Dean, Faculty of Arts

Email: [email protected]
Phone No: 08032198597

To Wahab Egbewole, this is an Honour Well Deserved...Congratulations Wahab Egbewole, Members of Islamic Welfare Foundation are proud of you. We pray Almighty Allah ease your affairs as you captain the ship of University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.

Roles and Responsibilities:
The Head of Events will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of events, conventions, awards ceremonies, etc.

S/he will carry out the following tasks, among others:

● Review the format of past programmes and events and develop a new framework for organising same that mirrors global standards of events organisation and management
● Plan and deliver various programmes and events with themes that align with leading practices.
● Develop a funding plan for each event.
● Enable processes to document and report on all fundraising efforts consistent with global standards.
● Identify individual and corporate partners (locally and internationally) for each effort.
● Work with a team of volunteers to deliver on each event.
● Plan and organise boot camps, entrepreneur challenge sessions, youth clinics, etc. to raise exceptional leaders as may be necessary from time to time.
● Create a multi-year strategic plan that would transform our youth and leadership development programmes into a fully functional leadership academy by 2022 or earlier.

Required Skills and Experience:
● Education:
Preferably a Postgraduate Degree or Diploma in any field.
● Knowledge and understanding: broad knowledge and understanding of event planning and implementation.
● Strong written/oral communication skills: prior demonstrated research and report generation from which action, policy or system change was an outcome; comfortable with public speaking and meeting facilitation; and ability to write impeccably in a variety of styles.
● Excellent administrative and project management skills, particularly in an environment with competing demands and overlapping projects
● Interpersonal skills: the ability to work effectively with a wide array of constituencies and personalities, commitment and flexibility at all times. Ability to work collaboratively and you set an example in seeking and giving supportive feedback across the whole team.
● Advanced computer skills - Knowledge of MS Office as well as common web 2.0 tools; basic graphic design sense is desirable.
● Strong work ethic and work history that would evidence commitment to our mission.
● Significant experience in designing and successfully implementing major events as well as leading large event teams comprising professionals from diverse backgrounds. Track record of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
● Genuine passion for social, advocacy and development work.
● Experience: Minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience.

Method of Application:
● All applications (CV and a covering letter) must be submitted electronically to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected] in Microsoft Word or PDF formats only.

Application deadline: May 14, 2021

Roles and Responsibilities:
The Head of Media and Strategic Communication will be responsible for coordinating communication strategy and deepening engagement with the media and stakeholders.

S/he will carry out the following tasks:
● Prepare policy documents.
● Carry out quick impact analysis of programmes and projects.
● Lead the strategic development of communications programmes and elevating the organization's corporate profile.
● Serve as chief media strategist and organisation’s spokesperson; owns crisis communications planning and the VIP (Voice, Identity and Participation) programme.
● Responsible for identifying and building relationships with new and existing editors, reporters, producers, bloggers and tech analysts to increase media coverage and participation.
● Develop key communication messages and talking points and manages the implementation across all platforms. Champion the strategic communication requirements for executive, including presentation development, interview talking points and speech writing.
● Drive editorial story planning, writing and pitching to both domestic and international press, including all necessary reporter follow-up efforts (factfinding, quote development/approval, executive interview coordination, etc.) ● Uncover and exploit exposure opportunities with key media outlets.
● Enhance visibility through thought leadership; responsible for amplifying our voice nationally, and internationally. The role is required to proactively seek and manage strategic executive visibility opportunities for the organisation.
● Develop a consistent internal and external corporate brand messaging strategy that is reflected across all services and programmes, as well as internal engagement programmes.
● Monitor issues and competitive landscape to adjust our positioning and messaging as required.
● Build strong working relationships within the organization and with active players within the community and the society at large. Create and implement training programmes for our executive team and partners to increase their communication skills and capabilities.
● Lead, develop, motivate, manage and work with a high performing team, including design agencies and contractors, to meet strategic goals and organisational objectives while staying within budget.

Required Skills and Experience:
● Education:
Preferably a Postgraduate Degree or Diploma in:
− Media/Communication/Journalism
− Development Studies
− Law
− Social Sciences
− Humanities
● Knowledge and understanding: broad knowledge and understanding of the media space and public affairs.
● Strong written/oral communication skills: prior demonstrated research and report generation from which action, policy or system change was an outcome; comfortable with public speaking and meeting facilitation; and ability to write impeccably in a variety of styles.
● Excellent administrative and project management skills, particularly in an environment with competing demands and overlapping projects
● Interpersonal skills: the ability to work effectively with a wide array of constituencies and personalities, commitment and flexibility at all times. Ability to work collaboratively and you set an example in seeking and giving supportive feedback across the whole team.
● Advanced computer skills - Knowledge of MS Office as well as common web 2.0 tools; basic graphic design sense is desirable.
● Strong work ethic and work history that would evidence commitment to our mission.
● Significant experience in producing strategic communication materials and deep engagement with the media. Track record of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
● Genuine passion for social, advocacy and development work.
● Experience: Minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience.

Method of Application:
● All applications (CV and a covering letter) must be submitted electronically to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected] in Microsoft Word or PDF formats only.


Application deadline: May 14, 2021

Research that is evidence-based, data-driven and scientifically proven. Policy advocacy that seeks to inform and shape public opinion and policy by serving as a trusted resource to decision-makers in government at the federal, sub-national and local levels as well as policy institutions.

Enrich the Nigerian society and further amplify a mainstream voice to local and global discourse by engaging in compelling advocacy to achieve change as well as authoring policy papers on religious, socio-cultural and economic issues and presenting these perspectives and insights to the appropriate constituencies.

We are a supportive and ambitious team looking for a creative team member with a strong research, policy and advocacy skillset. The selected candidate will assist us to meet our goals of achieving results in a rapidly changing world of high-stakes policy, high-profile advocacy, strategic planning and thorough analysis.

Roles and Responsibilities
The Head of Research, Policy Advocacy will be responsible for developing a set of policy papers and conduct policy advocacy activities through consultations with relevant stakeholders and authorities.

S/he will carry out the following tasks:
● Prepare policy documents.
● Carry out a quick impact analysis of programmes and projects.
● Identify and document best practices and learning points for policy inputs and projects formulation.
● Management of research projects on contemporary issues including defining research questions/topics/timelines
● Communicating the results of research projects to internal and external constituents through a variety of avenues (research reports, convening, training, conference presentations, web resources, etc.)
● Researching in-depth policy issues and concerns our different constituencies
● Providing background information that will form the content of our policy response papers.
● Writing, editing, and quality control for research reports/presentations ● Research and prepare body of works that have societal value.
● Research into effective ways of unlocking funding for projects and interventions.

Required Skills and Experience:
● Education:
Preferably a Postgraduate Degree or Diploma in:
− Media/Communication/Journalism
− Development Studies
− Law
− Social Sciences
− Humanities
● Knowledge and understanding: broad knowledge and understanding of quantitative and qualitative methodologies as well as summative and formative research models, knowledge of data sources. Numerate skill is essential.
● Strong written/oral communication skills: prior demonstrated research and report generation from which action, policy or system change was an outcome; comfortable with public speaking and meeting facilitation; and ability to write impeccably in a variety of styles.
● Excellent administrative and project management skills, particularly in an environment with competing demands and overlapping projects
● Interpersonal skills: the ability to work effectively with a wide array of constituencies and personalities, commitment and flexibility at all times. Ability to work collaboratively and set an example in seeking and giving supportive feedback across the whole team.
● Advanced computer skills - Knowledge of MS Office and/or SPSS as well as common web 2.0 tools; basic graphic design sense is helpful.
● Strong work ethic and work history that would evidence commitment to the organisation’s mission.
● Significant experience of effective advocacy such as influencing government policy in its early stages; building majority support on legislation; or influencing public debates and collective actions. Track record of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
● Genuine passion for social, advocacy and development work.
● Experience: Minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience

Method of Application:
● All applications (CV and a covering letter) must be submitted electronically to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected] in Microsoft Word or PDF formats only.

Application deadline: May 14, 2021

● Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

WE ARE HIRING! WE ARE HIRING!! WE ARE HIRING!!!

A top rated school in Ilorin wants suitable applicants to take advantage of the following opportunities:
1. Agricultural Science Teacher
2. Chemistry Teacher
3. English Teacher
4. Physics Teacher
5. Nurse
6. Hostel Guardian
7. Arabic and Qur’an Memorisation Instructors

Applicants must possess a minimum of first degree or its equivalent with a grade not below second class (lower division). For subject teachers, degree in education and TRCN certificates are added advantage. Applicants for the position of Arabic or Qur’an Memorisation Instructor MUST possess certificate(s) from institution(s) whose medium of instruction is Arabic.

Interested applicants should send an ‘Expression of Interest’ through a text message to 09029209621 stating their name, phone number and the post they desire. They will then be contacted on how to complete their application. Expression of Interest closes by Friday 30 April 2021.