UJA-Federation of New York, which represents the largest Jewish community outside of Israel and is one of Israel’s largest philanthropic funders, announced that former Israeli minister Itzik Shmuli would become the new director-general of its Israel office.
Shmuli began his new role on Sunday, working from UJA’s office in Jerusalem.
Shmuli holds a master’s degree in public policy and government with honors from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
UJA CEO Eric S. Goldstein says “Itzik brings invaluable expertise and will significantly elevate our work in Israel. His very impressive track record of achievement, coupled with his demonstrated commitment to an equitable and fair Jewish and democratic state, makes him the ideal person for the role.”