The Inter-Faith Council for Social Service announced the hiring of a new executive director yesterday following a search process that began in the fall of 2016.
Jackie Jenks, who has served as the director of the San Francisco-based community organization Hospitality House since 2001, will begin work as the IFC’s executive director April 10.
The IFC chose Jenks from a pool of 72 candidates.
“We are looking forward to having Jackie lead us as we move forward,” said IFC Board President Keith Taylor. “She brings with her an abundance of knowledge and experience as well as tremendous passion.”
Jenks’ primary experience comes from her work with Hospitality House, which offers peer-based programs for local residents in San Francisco, including employment services and health-oriented drop-in centers.
Jenks also has a masters’ degree in social work, along with other leadership certifications, and is a member of Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA), a national service organization designed to fight poverty.
The IFC position also filled her desire to relocate closer to family in Durham.
“I’m eager to roll up my sleeves and get to work alongside the guests, staff, volunteers, and board members to write the next chapter of the IFC story,” Jenks said.
Jenks will take over for co-interim executive directors John Dorward and Kristin Lavergne. Dorward previously served as IFC executive director for two years before retiring in the summer of 2015. He was succeeded by Michael Reinke, who held the position for about a year before he resigned in August 2016 in order to be closer to his family.
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