About Yaqeen InstituteYaqeen is a nonprofit on a mission to pioneer Islamic research in creative, cutting-edge formats tailored to meet people where they are. We work to dismantle doubts through well-researched truths, nurture conviction by strengthening belief with practical, spiritual guidance, and inspire contribution by reviving our tradition of faithful changemakers, insha’Allah. We’re seeking like-minded professionals who embody Islamic values including sincerity, excellence, and compassion, and want to make a difference in the faith of people worldwide.About the roleWe are seeking a high-energy, user-centric Product Manager to join our Journey Product and Development team, working remotely. This pivotal role is responsible for driving the strategy, definition, and growth of our content and learning products, focusing on new user funnels and respective experiences.What you'll doStrategy, Vision & Market PositioningOwn the growth loop driving continuous and healthy growth across key segments and demographicsOwn the long-term vision and strategy for assigned content and learning products/features, ensuring alignment with the department’s learning and growth objectivesAdopt and champion multi channel and eventually unified growth strategies that pushes the brand to greater heightsConduct continuous market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and trend analysis to determine optimal market positioning and identify new opportunities for learner valueDefine clear, measurable short- and long-term product objectives focused on key business outcomesExecution, Delivery & GrowthDrive and maintain the product roadmap, balancing innovation, user needs, organisational drivers and technical debtTake full accountability for the growth trajectory of assigned products, owning all key performance indicators KPI s related to user acquisition, engagement, and business outcomesDevelop outcome-driven product requirements and specifications, clearly articulating the why and what for cross-functional teamsDevelop and execute action plans focused on growth and usage across key audience segments, leveraging data and experimentationExpertise in the development and execution of sustainable growth loops to drive user acquisition, engagement, and retention across the learning ecosystemLead the prioritization process for product features, backlog items, and technical requirementsAlign product with internal frameworks and optimize user experiences for the sameUser Experience & OptimizationServe as the primary champion for end-users and strategic drivers, maintaining a deep understanding of user habits, behavior, and psychological motivators in learning and progressionWork closely with the UX team on end-user validation, UX optimization, and designing intuitive, highly engaging digital experiencesSpearhead product experimentation efforts, including running A/B and multivariate tests, to validate hypotheses and rapidly iterate toward product successCollaboration & Stakeholder ManagementAct as the key interface with Content Stakeholders and subject matter experts SMEs to define, optimize, and steward high-quality content experiences and curation within the assigned productsProven skills in managing and influencing multi-stakeholder groups and cross-functional teams (Engineering, UX, Content, Marketing, Operations) to align on shared outcomes and strategic roadmapsEngage closely with UX, Engineering, Content, Research teams, and stakeholders to serve as the allocated product feature leader, ensuring seamless development and deploymentManage communication across all levels, effectively synthesizing complex product updates, performance metrics, and strategic recommendations for executives and managementParticipate in and adhere to in-house agile development workflows, contributing actively to sprints, retrospectives, and planning sessionsQualificationsKey Skills & ExperienceAt least 3+ years of dedicated Product Management experience, or a strong combination of 5+ years of total professional exposure including product management, consulting, or strong internshipsProven ability to drive complex projects from concept through launch and iterative optimizationExperience with content and social media funnelingExperience with digital learning products; familiarity with e learning platforms, educational technology (EdTech), or gamification principles is a significant plusExpertise in analyzing user behavior, qualitative research, and quantitative data to inform product decisionsExperience in designing, executing, and analyzing product experimentation (A/B testing) for key features and flowsProficiency with modern product lifecycle management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) and analytics platformsGeneral SkillsDeep understanding of user habits and psychology in a digital environmentExcellent knowledge of UX principles and the ability to critique designs for usability and impactExceptional critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skillsHigh proficiency in verbal and written communication, capable of articulating vision and details clearly to cross-functional partnersDiversity and probationYaqeen Institute embraces a philosophy that values and promotes diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and advance a talented and diverse workforce within a culture where all employees are empowered to reach their fullest potential.NotePlease note that all career opportunities at Yaqeen Institute are subject to a three-month probationary period, during which we assess performance, alignment with our values, and mutual fit to ensure long-term success in the role.
