Working in interest related companies organizations : working in an NGO that helps microfinance

Fatawa Question

As Salamu Alaikum, I have a question about a potential job offer which I would prefer to be kept confidential. The organization that may offer me a job is an NGO that connects people looking to start up a business with micro finance institutions. Some of these institutions are Shari’ah based but some take interest on their loans. Part of my job would be to connect these institutions with people looking for loans (with and without Riba)--is it permissible to work for this NGO ? I want to work in political economy and development but have been advised that it will be very difficult to find a job that doesn't involve me being part of a chain in Riba since most organizations deal in it. Also, I interviewed for this same person before and chose to go another path, but our paths have crossed again through another organization I applied to who has recommended me to work for the same person. My apologies for the 'Urgent' tag in the subject line but I have to respond to the employer very soon. Again, please keep confidential. Jazak Allahu khairan, Usama

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Publication Date

2012-10-14

Main Subjects

Economics & Business Administration
Islamic Studies

No. of Pages

1

Data Type

Fatawa

Language

English

Record ID

BIM-731429

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