Executive Director

Position Summary: Reflecting the JMABC’s steady growth over the years and the bright future ahead of us, the organization is now recruiting for our newly created position of full‑time Executive Director (ED) to take us to the next level.

Reporting to the volunteer Board, the Executive Director (ED) is the senior professional responsible for shaping the organization’s strategic direction and further enhancing our community engagement. Some of the key opportunities for expansion include:

- Proactively engaging the baby‑boomer generation in collecting and preserving their histories.

- Responding to the steady increase in research requests from both the academic community and the general public.

- Developing and delivering additional programming, in both the physical and digital space, that leverages our rich archival body of materials.

- Maintaining momentum in expanding our footprint from primarily a Lower Mainland presence to serving the entire province.

- Leading and developing our growing professional team to ensure we have the capacity to effectively and efficiently deliver our mandate.

About the JMABC: Founded in 1971, the JMABC collects, preserves and shares all aspects of the BC Jewish community history since the Gold Rush to the current day. The archival collection includes documents, photographs, and oral histories recounting the history of Jewish life in BC. These materials provide the foundation for innovative public programming, exhibits and publications, all of which celebrate and build awareness of the BC Jewish community history. The JMABC serves as the ambassador of our community, building bridges and finding common understanding amongst ourselves and with other cultural communities in BC. We strive for a just and vibrant society, and aim to enhance and expand understanding of British Columbia’s Jewish history as a vital component of the province's diverse history.

Key Responsibilities

- Development and Fundraising: Direct responsibility for all aspects of developing and executing fundraising strategies, across a spectrum of revenue sources.

- Programming and Community Engagement: Provide leadership and support to the Director of Programming in the planning, execution, and evaluation of programming that reflect the B.C. Jewish community’s history, values, and traditions.

- Archives and Collections: Provide leadership and support to the Director of Archives in the management of the BC Jewish community’s archives and collection.

- Communications and Public Engagement: Provide strategic oversight and direction for the organization’s communications, ensuring alignment with the mission, values, and brand identity.

- Organizational Management: Provide leadership and support to the Director of Operations in the functioning of the organization, including financial management, human resources, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance.

- Governance and Board Relations: Work closely with the Board of Directors to support governance and ensure alignment with the organization’s mission and strategic vision.

Qualifications

- Required

- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership role within a non‑profit or cultural organization, preferably in the Jewish community.

- Proven expertise in fundraising, donor cultivation, and grant writing.

- Strong knowledge of Jewish culture, history, and traditions, with a deep understanding of the significance of Jewish community heritage.

- Demonstrated experience in program development, management, and evaluation.

- Familiarity with archives, collections management, or cultural preservation.

- Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.

- Strong financial management abilities, including budgeting and reporting.

- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, Board members, and community stakeholders.

- Preferred

- Previous experience working with a BC based not‑for‑profit Board of Directors in a leadership capacity.

- Familiarity with Canadian and British Columbian arts, culture, and heritage funding environments.

- Experience in managing (Jewish) archival collections and knowledge of digitization tools.

- Hebrew is an asset.

Working Conditions

- Full time, flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends for events, community engagement, and meetings.

- Some travel within British Columbia may be required for events and outreach activities.

Remuneration

$90,000 - $110,000 annually based on experience, plus generous benefits.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume (combined as a single PDF) to info@jewishmuseum.ca. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Equity Statement

The Jewish Museum and Archives of British Columbia is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment. We thank all applicants for their interest in the JMABC; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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