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The Jewish Community Federation of Richmond (JCFR) has been building, sustaining, and connecting Jewish communities in Richmond, Israel, and worldwide for 89 years. Annually raising and distributing over $3.3 million, the Federation protects and enhances the well-being of the Jewish and general community through the values of tikkun olam (repairing the world), tzedakah (charity and social justice), and Torah (learning).
 
See below for our current openings. Should you wish to learn more about JCFR or express an interest in joining our team, kindly reach out to us at Careers@JewishRichmond.org.

 

Current Openings

Director, Women's Philanthropy

The Director of Women's Philanthropy will work with lay leadership to identify, engage, and solicit women to expand and grow the Federation's overall human and financial resource development. The Director of Women's Philanthropy will be a visionary, collaborative, and innovative leader with a deep understanding of and commitment to the Jewish Community Federation's mission, values, and goals. They will be passionate about philanthropy and crafting innovative and effective fundraising, relationship management, and community engagement strategies that raise both people and resources.

Community Job Opportunities

Controller/CFO

Richmond Jewish Foundation is a primary, trusted and expert resource for planned giving and endowments. RJF attracts contributions, manages assets with fiduciary care, prudently administers endowment and donor-advised funds, thoughtfully oversees grant-making and carefully renders distributions.

The Controller/CFO is the accounting and tax manager for the organization and will plan and manage the day-to-day operations of the finance department.

Harry Lyons Distinguished Chair

Chief Purpose of this position: The College of Humanities and Sciences at VCU seeks an open-rank 9-month, tenure-eligible faculty member to fill the Harry Lyons Distinguished Chair in Judaic Culture beginning in August 2024.

Position Responsibilities: We are seeking an individual who will (i) contribute high-quality research and scholarship including external funding, peer-reviewed publications, and active involvement in national or international organizations, (ii) teach a 2-2 course load in Judaic culture, Jewish studies, and/or closely related fields; (iii) annually organize a public Lyons Lecture on a topic related to Jewish studies; (iv) contribute service as a faculty member in the Religious Studies program and the College of Humanities and Sciences; (v) contribute to the intellectual and pedagogical life of the College of Humanities and Sciences; (vi) contribute to the newly created Center for the Study of Global Religions and Spiritualities.