Ramadan will see large volumes of people attending the mosque for Taraweeh prayers each evening. The Prophet (SAW) said the one who signposts towards good deeds, gets a share of that good deed. Would you like to gain a share of the reward of each person’s prayer during Ramadan? Apply to be team lead for Ramadan 2026 stewarding.
Role requirements
- To lead, manage and organise Ramadan stewards in the whole mosque throughout Ramadan including:
- identifying the number and type of volunteers needed
- Interviewing applicants as required
- provide training to stewards
- welcoming new and existing volunteers
- guiding, directing, instructing and providing regular feedback to stewards in the brothers and sisters areas
- liaising with the sisters Ramadan stewards team lead
- managing, logging and troubleshooting any conflicts and escalations with the stewards and mussaleen, and reporting such to the Head of Operations
- liaising with the security team
- making decisions with kindness, fairness and impartiality
- leading and instructing in the event of an emergency
- To know, understand and apply all IANL policies following the Ramadan handbook (including children at taraweeh), and ensure all the stewards are aware of these and follow them, including dung emergencies
- To help plan and facilitate a smooth and peaceful flow of people entering and exiting the masjid to worship during Ramadan.
Skills needed
- Strong time management skills
- Availability to come to the mosque earlier than other volunteer stewards
- Ability to train volunteer stewards prior to and possibly during Ramadan
- Ability to communicate effectively using Whatsapp groups
- Team leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team, reporting to the Head of Operations
Current timetable
Please note schedule below is subject to change.
| Applications open: | 27 December 2025 |
| Application deadline: | 16 January 2026 |
| Interview dates: | 23-26 January 2026 |
| Team Lead appointment: | 30 January 2026 |
| Training weekend for stewards | 14-15 February 2026 |
| Expected first Tarawhih | 17 February 2026 |
If you are interested in getting involved with this please click the link below:
Jazakum Allah khairan
Volunteer Coordination Team

