Job Offer – General Manager – Association of European Jewish Museums

The Association of European Jewish Museums (AEJM) is a non-profit association under Dutch law. Founded as a network of museums that collect, preserve, research, and exhibit Jewish heritage, it connects and unites 70 institutions throughout Europe. AEJM fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and mutual understanding among Jewish heritage institutions, with a focus on curation, education, and communication.

The strategic development of AEJM is directed by its board, whose members are elected in a General Meeting that takes place within the framework of the Annual Conference. The Board supervises the work of the General Manager, who is responsible for the organization’s operational management, and is supported by a Communication Manager who provides all members with information via Social Media, a newsletter, and the website.

All operations of the AEJM, the trainings for professionals, the work of the General Manager, and the Communication Manager are being financed by membership fees as well as grants by foundations and the EU. In 2025, AEJM acquired a 3-year grant from a private foundation and a 1-year-grant in the CERV program of the European Commission. Therefore, it will intensify its activities in 2026 and hire additional Program Managers and an Administrator.

In order to coordinate the work of these Program Managers, to represent AEJM within the international museum and heritage community, and to ensure the coordinated execution of all programs, partnerships, and internal processes, the AEJM Board wants to employ a

General Manager
beginning in March / April 2026

Applications are open until January 22, 2026

Tasks
General Management & Strategic Development
• Supporting the AEJM Board in the development, implementation, and monitoring of policy decisions;
• Managing the operational work of the association and overseeing the implementation of policies and strategic directions as defined by the AEJM Board;
• Representing AEJM in an international environment of museums, heritage institutions, and partner organizations;
• Maintaining ongoing communication with external partners, funders, institutions, and stakeholders to support AEJM’s strategic and programmatic objectives;
• Supporting the Board in writing applications for future grants by defining goals and setting up time plans & financial plans;
• Preparing and organizing meetings of the AEJM Board, the Program Managers & the Administrator, as well as the Annual General Meeting of all members;
• Preparing the contracts, coordinating and supervising the work of all freelance collaborators, ensuring effective planning, coherent alignment across all activities, logistics, partner communication, implementation, and follow-ups;
• Providing a strategic oversight for AEJM’s communication activities, guiding communication priorities and approaches in collaboration with the Communication Assistant;
• Maintaining regular communication with AEJM members and supporting member engagement across the network;

Financial Management & Reporting
• Coordinating with the AEJM Board (particularly with the treasurer), the Administrator, and the accountant service providers to oversee financial processes, including budget planning, expenditure monitoring, and preparation of annual financial reports, in order to ensure transparent and responsible fiscal management;
• Preparing annual reports in alignment with internal and statutory requirements;
• Managing grant reporting obligations, including regular updates, monitoring of deliverables, and submission of required documentation.

Job profile
The position is designed for freelance work (with the possibility of employment) and requires availability for travel to in-person meetings, events, and conferences across Europe. The honorarium is calculated on a 25-hour-per-week basis, which may vary by project phase depending on the dynamic development of AEJM’s activities. All work will be carried out in close coordination with the AEJM Board and other staff members.

Qualifications
The AEJM Board is seeking a candidate with experience in managing cultural or heritage-sector organizations, strong communication and coordination skills, and a deep understanding of institutional development in an international environment.

We are looking forward to working closely together to shape the association’s operational direction, implement its policies, and strengthen its European and international outreach.
If you are interested in this position or would like to receive further information, please contact us via email at aejm@aejm.org