OPPORTUNITY FOR LEADERSHIP EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COLUMBIA JEWISH FEDERATION The Columbia Jewish Federation (CJF) of Columbia, South Carolina, is seeking an Executive Director to provide vibrant leadership to our Jewish community. As leader of the umbrella organization in Jewish Columbia, the Federation Executive Director is our ambassador to the local, regional, national, and international communities, actively collaborating to enhance the vitality and wellbeing of Jewish life near to home and beyond. This position offers an energetic communal leader the opportunity to enhance robust Jewish life in a capital city and the flagship home of the University of South Carolina. The Columbia Jewish Federation achieves our mission to engage and strengthen our community to build a vibrant Jewish future by both providing direct services and supporting programs and affiliated organizations focused in the following areas: • Community and interfaith programming • Community education and engagement • Older adults • Vulnerable individuals and families • Young leadership and leadership development • Campaign growth • Legacy - Future planning • Support for Israel and Jewish communities worldwide The Columbia Jewish Federation is one of 146 independent members of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA). This affiliation provides a range of resources to the CJF, as well as opportunities for the Executive Director such as participating in JFNA Small City Professional Development opportunities and attending the JFNA General Assembly. The successful Executive Director of Columbia Jewish Federation will: • Communicate effectively a vision for the CJF’s role in the local Jewish community; • Translate the vision into a strategic plan that enhances the community; • Manage a fundraising campaign that increases success by engaging directly with donors and identifying new donors; • Work closely with Board, partner agencies, and synagogues to realize shared goals; • Oversee all programs, events, and publicity activities. Candidates must have a familiarity with Jewish traditions and values, and an active connection with contemporary Jewish life. Submit application letter and resume to: searchcommittee@jewishcolumbia.org
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