Kashif Ahmad

• Spiritual support and counselling

• Administering religious programmes for prisoners

• Advising staff on religious issues

• Working with other professionals ensuring the wellbeing of prisoners

• Lead all core religious services including the five daily Ṣalāh, Jumu‘ah, Janāzah prayers, Taraweeh/Qiyām, and both Eid Ṣalāh, ensuring high standards of delivery, organisation and pastoral presence.

• Oversee and manage the full Masjid Madrasa, including syllabus development, staff recruitment, supervision, safeguarding, administration and delivering Qur’ān and Islamic studies lessons with

strong emphasis on tajwīd and sound Islamic principles.

• Design and deliver adult Islamic education programmes, workshops and structured courses to enhance community knowledge and engagement.

• Represent the masjid in multi-faith and civic engagements, including school visits, mosque open days, interfaith panels, exhibitions and public speaking events.

• Work closely with Essex Police, providing community insight, fostering trust and serving actively on the local Independent Advisory Group (IAG).

• Lead community outreach initiatives, partnering with local homeless centres, foodbanks and organising large-scale community fun days to strengthen social cohesion.

• Provide sensitive pastoral care including bereavement support, emotional guidance and spiritual counselling tailored to individual needs.

• Deliver marriage guidance and relationship counselling rooted in Islamic principles, supporting families through challenges.

• Manage youth activities through weekly programmes, mentoring, educational trips and personal development initiatives.

• Provide structured support for new Muslims (reverts), including tailored education, mentorship and integration pathways.

• Engage with local and national media through radio and TV interviews, offering a clear, confident and positive representation of Islam and the Muslim community.

• Hold regular community surgeries to address concerns, offer advice and strengthen trust between the masjid leadership and the wider public.