Director, Center for Antisemitism & Hate Prevention

Jewish Community Federation of Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Leadership access

Job summary

Jewish Community Federation of Richmond seeks an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven leader to launch and lead the Federation's Center to Combat Antisemitism and Hate in Central Virginia. This high-visibility role will guide education, advocacy, and response efforts while partnering with schools, faith communities, and government leaders.

The Director will coordinate initiatives, cultivate broad community relationships, and ensure thoughtful, effective responses to antisemitic incidents and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of contemporary antisemitism, Israel-related issues, Jewish communal affairs, public policy, or intergroup relations preferred.
• Experience in community relations, public affairs, government relations, advocacy, education, communications, nonprofit leadership, or a related field.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate sensitive and complex issues with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key representative of the Federation to external stakeholders and community partners.
• Lead the strategic response to antisemitism incidents coordinating with partners, law enforcement, schools and leaders.
• Design proactive approaches to fight antisemitism and hate in Central Virginia.
• Serve as a spokesperson at community forums, educational programs, media opportunities, and public events.
• Support relationships with local and state elected officials and public agencies on antisemitism education and response.
• Develop and lead educational initiatives for Jewish community members, students, educators and families.
• Support advocacy efforts on Federation and community concerns.
• Develop relationships with K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and educational leaders.
• Launch a Speakers Bureau of trusted leaders in Israel Education, History, Hate and coexistence.
• Foster efforts to address antisemitism and bias in various settings.
• Partner with Federation volunteers and lay leaders in public affairs and community relations.

Skills

Relationship-building

Strategic leadership

Public affairs

Education outreach

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Jewish Community Federation of Richmond seeks an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven leader to launch and lead the Federation's Center to Combat Antisemitism and Hate in Central Virginia. This high-visibility role will guide education, advocacy, and response efforts while partnering with schools, faith communities, and government leaders.

The Director will coordinate initiatives, cultivate broad community relationships, and ensure thoughtful, effective responses to antisemitic incidents and