About Us:

Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center is dedicated to serving our community by providing essential services and fostering a supportive environment. We are embarking on three significant projects to build new community centers, and we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager to ensure their successful completion.

Position Overview:

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing the development of new expanded DAH community center from inception to completion, including:

• Main Floor of Fairfax Community Center
• Centreville Islamic Center

This role requires a highly organized individual with excellent technical, communication and leadership skills to coordinate details related to planning, construction, bidding, and architectural aspects until the projects are satisfactorily completed.

Key Responsibilities:

• ⁠  ⁠Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• ⁠  ⁠Coordination: Liaise with architects, contractors, and vendors to ensure all project elements are aligned and executed efficiently.
• ⁠  ⁠Monitoring: Track project progress, manage changes, and provide regular updates to the administration.
• ⁠  ⁠Budget Management: Oversee project budgets, ensuring all expenditures are accounted for and within the allocated budget.
• ⁠  ⁠Quality Control: Ensure all work meets Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center’s standards and project specifications.
• ⁠  ⁠Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• ⁠  ⁠Communication: Maintain open and effective communication channels with all project stakeholders.
• ⁠  ⁠Time Management: Work with A/E and GC’s to ensure projects are executed within approved contractual delivery dates and schedule.  Provide periodic schedule updates.
• ⁠  ⁠Documentation: Keep detailed records of project activities, changes, and decisions.

Qualifications:

• ⁠  ⁠Proven experience as a Project Manager in the construction.
• ⁠  ⁠Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• ⁠  ⁠Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• ⁠  ⁠Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• ⁠  ⁠Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• ⁠  ⁠Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Trello, etc.).
• ⁠  ⁠Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field preferred.

Tasks & Deliverables (in addition to the general Key Responsibilities listed above)

• Progress Meetings: Conduct weekly progress meetings with A/E and GC’s for the duration of the project(s)
• Site Visits: Perform minimum of 3 site visits per week per each site
• Progress Reports: Submit weekly progress reports
• Management Report: Submit monthly management dashboard reports
• Closeouts: Coordinate project closeout activities including, but not limited to,
  •  Obtaining certificates of  occupancy
  • Prepare and track punch list items
  • Obtain closeout documentations including warranties, operational manuals and attic-stock items

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter, and three references relevant experience to [email protected] by November 15, 2024.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a passionate and energetic Barista to join our team! As a Barista, you will be responsible for crafting high-quality beverages and providing exceptional customer service. You should have a keen interest in coffee and be enthusiastic about learning and sharing your knowledge of various coffee drinks.

Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities include operating coffee machines, maintaining a clean and organized work area, handling cash register operations, and engaging customers with a friendly demeanor. Prior experience in a coffee shop or similar environment is preferred but not required. If you are a team player with a love for coffee and a flair for customer interaction, we would love to meet you!

Requirements:

– Strong customer service skills and cash handling experience.
– Previous experience as a barista is preferred.
– Be 17 years of age or older.
– Availability to work flexible shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
– Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
– Proven ability to work well with others in a team environment.
– Fluency in English is required.

The Dar Al-Hijrah Social Services Office serves community members in need, primarily low-income immigrants and refugees experiencing food and housing insecurity.  We provide a full spectrum of Family Assistance Services, Self-Sufficiency Classes and Community Programs and Events.

We are seeking an Assistant for our Thrift Shop in Falls Church, VA.

The Thrift Shop Assistant directly works on all aspects of the center’s Thrift Shop, including sorting donations, cash and credit sales, displays and pricing and coordinating with other shop staff and volunteers.

He/She reports directly to the Social Services Director of the center.

Necessary qualifications include:

• An ability to communicate pleasantly and professionally with customers and volunteers
• Strong organization and time management skills
• High energy and an ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Retail experience
• Experience using cash register and credit card processing machine
• Proficient in basic mathematical skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must speak, read and write English. Bilingual English/Spanish speaker preferred
• Physical fitness and ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift and carry up to 25 pounds as needed

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers
• Open and close the shop
• Welcome and assist donors and customers at the shop
• Receive, sort and price donations
• Maintain fresh and attractive store displays
• Plan and oversee special sales
• Incorporate online sales
• Coordinate and oversee consignment sales
• Promote the shop to the community
• Process complaints and resolve any problems
• Work with the office to process and track daily cash
• Other duties as assigned

The shop is open 10am -3pm, seven days a week.

Associate hours are 9:30am-3:30pm, 5 days a week

Pay: $15 per hour

Part-Time: 30 hrs/week

Email resume to [email protected] to apply.