JCoS Welcomes New Director

The Jewish Council of Scotland (JCoS) is delighted to announce the appointment of Carmen McPherson as its new Director, effective 16th October 2025.

Carmen joins JCoS with a wealth of experience in Jewish communal development, collaborative leadership, and high-level political engagement. Most recently she served as Coordinator of Masorti Europe – managing the activities of the Masorti movement on the continent and providing strategic guidance to facilitate future
growth.

Timothy Lovat, JCoS Chair writes: “We are very pleased to welcome Carmen McPherson as the new Director of the Jewish Council of Scotland. Her experience and understanding of our community will play a key role as we take JCoS forward into its next chapter.”