Dana Manor
Central Israel
Summary
I have a strong commitment to advancing humanitarian goals through innovative approaches, effective collaboration, and the ability to navigate complex partnerships. With two decades of experience leading large-scale humanitarian projects, I have gained extensive hands-on field experience managing teams and projects in complex environments across Africa, the Middle East, and the Caribbean. This experience has equipped me to forge and align cross-sector partnerships with diverse stakeholders effectively. By leveraging my deep understanding of humanitarian field realities, I work to ensure that these collaborations address local needs, achieve sustainable impact, and open pathways for innovative and economic growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Deputy Director & Head of Partnerships
SID-Israel
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Strategic Leadership & Development – Designed and implemented SID-Israel’s strategy, aligning with its mandate, stakeholder needs, and global SDG frameworks, while shaping Israel’s international development and humanitarian roadmap
- Strengthening Israel Impact through Intersectoral Partnerships – Managed a multi-sector ecosystem of NGOs, government agencies, academia & private sector, expanding network by 500% (from 20 to 120)
- Advocacy – Spearheaded initiatives to advance Israel’s role in international development: 8 annual conferences with 5,000+ participants; 3 roundtable discussions at the Israeli Parliament on Israel’s commitment to international development and aid; Conference during President Reuven Rivlin’s visit to Ethiopia— first event for Israelis & World Jewry in international development
- Public Engagement – Spearheaded media outreach, social campaigns, and newsletters reaching over 7,000 subscribers; founded the Dev
- Aid & Impact - IL WhatsApp community (with 10 groups and 1,500+ practitioners)
Training and Education Program Director
SID-Israel
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Academic Partnerships – Developed and integrated courses on humanitarian aid into the academic curriculums of universities (Tel Aviv, Reichman, and Haifa)
- Founded Led AID.IL Israel’s first training center for international development and humanitarian aid – courses equipping professionals with sector-specific skills; designed courses guiding Israelis on careers in international organizations (UN, INGOs, development banks) to expand Israel’s presence
- Lecturer Humanitarian Assistance – Taught courses in academia on humanitarian assistance, fostering a deeper understanding on humanitarian work through hands-on learning
Emergency Program Director – Haiti Mission
Tevel b'Tzedek
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Led a large-scale humanitarian mission supporting 10,000+ beneficiaries in post-earthquake response and recovery
- Designed and implemented fundraising initiatives and managing institutional representation with national and international partners
- Managed the country office, overseeing operations, compliance, and a team of 15 practitioners implementing community rehabilitation programs
Program Director, Emergency & Volunteer Department Program
LATET
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Coordinated HQ logistics and emergency response to Myanmar, Cambodia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Developed work plans, operational procedures, and stakeholder reports
- Managed National Food Collection project, serving 50,000 families monthly
- Recruited and trained 3,000 volunteers for organizational projects
Program Director, Tsunami Relief Mission
IsraAID
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Designed and implemented an emergency response program benefiting 6,000+ beneficiaries in post-tsunami recovery
- Built strategic partnerships with international organizations, enhancing operational capacity and fundraising efforts
- Developed the organization’s operational framework, supporting its expansion
Education
Masters Classes - Social Work
Haifa University
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Sociology & Education
Bar-Ilan University
01.2001 - 01.2004
ESG Corporate Responsibility Course - undefined
Shirley Kantor
First Aid Certification - undefined
Magen David Adom (MDA)
Timeline
Deputy Director & Head of Partnerships
SID-Israel
01.2016 - 01.2024
Training and Education Program Director
SID-Israel
01.2014 - 01.2016
Masters Classes - Social Work
Haifa University
01.2014 - 01.2015
Emergency Program Director – Haiti Mission
Tevel b'Tzedek
01.2010 - 01.2013
Program Director, Emergency & Volunteer Department Program
LATET
01.2006 - 01.2010
Program Director, Tsunami Relief Mission
IsraAID
01.2004 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Sociology & Education
Bar-Ilan University
01.2001 - 01.2004
ESG Corporate Responsibility Course - undefined
Shirley Kantor
First Aid Certification - undefined
Magen David Adom (MDA)
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