November 13, 2020 – Throughout the past year, the Humanities Council has been undertaking a values-driven strategic planning process, including the structure of the staff. This month, as the Council began a new fiscal year, we are excited to announce the following staff transitions as part of moving forward with this plan. Rachael Jeffers, who […]
Rachael Jeffers, Associate Director of Engagement
November 13, 2020 – In 2016, Rachael Jeffers joined the Humanities Council team as Development & Communications Officer, bringing experience in annual giving, strategic communications, volunteer management, social media and marketing, grant writing, and development events. Under her leadership, the Council has increased its brand recognition; enhanced public awareness of the public humanities and its […]
Scott Raker, Associate Director of Operations
November 13, 2020 – In 2018, Scott Raker joined the Humanities Council team as Operations Officer, bringing his background in arts and culture management to the role as he focused on the administration and strategic development of the Council. Under his stewardship, the Council has integrated evaluative principles to strategic planning, budgeting, and operations processes; […]
Julia Renaud, Associate Director of Grants & Strategic Initiatives
November 13, 2020 – In the midst of 2020, Julia Renaud joined the Humanities Council team as a part-time Grantmaking Program Coordinator. During her time at the Council thus far, Julia has supported the Council’s grantmaking efforts, which have tripled thanks to CARES Act-funded pandemic emergency relief general operating support and project grants. After an […]
Join Our Team: Associate Director of Development
Applications due: November 30, 2020. Click here for a PDF of the job posting. POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: Associate Director of Development HOURS: Part-time, 25 hours/week, starting December 2020 . THE ORGANIZATION: The Rhode Island Council for the Humanities seeds, supports, and strengthens public history, cultural heritage, civic education, and community engagement by and for […]
