Muslim Literary Festival Director of Outreach and Director of Marketing (Executive Volunteer Positions)

Muslim Literary Festival is excited to announce two executive volunteer opportunities at the Muslim Literary Festival:

If you’re passionate about building connections and supporting Muslim authors, we want to hear from you!

To apply, please send your resume to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Friday, March 28th.

All applicants must be based in Ontario.

Description of Executive Volunteer Positions:

Director of Outreach

Responsibilities

• Connect with publishers, literary agents & editors.
• Build relationships with sponsors & partners.
• Lead outreach efforts for our flagship festival & year-round programs.
• Attend local events in the literary and creative industries on behalf of MLF.
• Advocate for MLF with government officials & community leaders.

Requirements

• Experience in outreach, partnerships, or community engagement
• Strong communication & relationship-building skills
• Organized & proactive
• Passion for supporting Muslim writers
• Leadership & team management skills

Director of Marketing

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing strategies aligned with MLF’s mission.
• Manage social media platforms and website maintenance.
• Oversee the newsletter and publicity strategies.
• Build relationships with media, bloggers, and influencers.
• Collaborate with other departments to align marketing efforts.

Requirements

• Experience in marketing, communications, and public relations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, WordPress).
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and optimize marketing strategies.