Guide Canada’s largest repository of Jewish heritage through archival leadership, RAD expertise, and collection development. This full-time position serves Greater Toronto.
As Director of the Ontario Jewish Archives, you will shape a revitalized physical space and digital presence before its spring 2027 launch. The role combines senior archival practice with strategic planning, preservation management, donor stewardship, research access, and outreach. You will oversee collections, online systems, exhibitions, educational resources, newsletters, and partnerships across heritage, arts, academic, cultural, and community organizations.

Key Responsibilities

Acquire, appraise, arrange, describe, and preserve archival holdingsEnsure access policies address privacy and copyright considerationsOversee online databases, websites,



and digital preservation platformsDevelop donor relationships and significant collection acquisitionsDeliver outreach programming, exhibitions, and educational resourcesRequirements:
Senior archival skilled with seven to ten years’ experienceThree to five years supervising archival staffMaster of Archival Studies or recognized equivalentProven grant writing and partnership development successStrong communication, negotiating, and fundraising skillsApply archival expertise and Canadian Jewish history knowledge to expand access, preserve collections, and strengthen OJA’s public profile.
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📌 Senior Jewish Archivist Director (Winnipeg)
🏢 The Jewish Federations of North America
📍 Winnipeg