Career Opportunities

Applications must include cover letter describing interest in position, resume, and salary requirements. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Please e-mail applications to [email protected] with job title in subject line. No phone calls will be accepted regarding these positions.



Communication & Marketing Intern - Chicago HQ

The Communication Intern will work closely with Communications staff to help maintain project excellence and quality standards in a manner consistent with ZFA’s guiding principles, mission, and vision in Bridgeview, IL. The Communication Intern will report to the Communication & Marketing Director.

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Human Resources Coordinator - Chicago HQ

The Human Resources Coordinator will provide efficient support in the recruitment and hiring processes and procedures. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources. This role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a mission-driven, non-profit environment. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively at our office in Bridgeview, IL.

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Program Coordinator - Chicago HQ

The Program Coordinator will be accountable to the Programs Manager; and oversees programs within their region of focus to ensure program and financial transparency and stewardship of donor funds. The coordinator will regularly communicate with Zakat Foundation of America offices, maintain relationships with partner organizations, follow up the logistics and budgets of ongoing and new programs, collect reports and data from the field, and provide regular updates for the program department, and other stakeholders at our office in Bridgeview, IL.

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Orphan Sponsorship Programs Coordinator - Chicago HQ

The OSP Program Coordinator will be supervised by the OSP Manager and assist in overseeing the OSP programs within the country offices. The coordinator will regularly communicate with Zakat Foundation of America country offices, follow up on the logistics and budgets of ongoing and new programs, collect reports and data from the field, and provide regular updates to the manager. The OSP Coordinator also collaborates with the Donor Relations Coordinator to exchange information and update donors on their sponsored orphans at our office in Bridgeview, IL.

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U.S Programs/Social Services Coordinator - Chicago HQ

The U.S. Programs/Social Services Coordinator will be accountable to the Program Director and will oversee programs within his/her region (s) of focus to ensure program and financial transparency and stewardship of donor funds. The coordinator will regularly communicate with ZFA offices, maintain relationships with partner organizations, follow up on the logistics and budgets of ongoing and new programs, collect reports and data from the field, and provide regular updates for the program department and other stakeholders.The Social Services Coordinator will involve direct contact with individuals in need of assistance. He/She will work with the distribution of zakat to eligible individuals in need. This position involves a high level of Social Work skills where professional judgment and individual decision-making are expected qualities in carrying out job assignments at our office in Bridgeview, IL.

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