Nechama Rock
Summary
Motivated HR professional with hands-on experience in recruitment, employee engagement, and team leadership. Proven ability to align HR strategies with organizational goals in both civilian and military settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Business Partner – Talent & Employee Experience
Drisha Institute for Jewish Education
01.2023 - Current
- Partner with leadership to align recruitment strategies with organizational goals, focusing on applicants from religious and educational backgrounds.
- Lead full-cycle recruitment with a focus on conducting in-depth interviews and selecting candidates aligned with team culture.
- Design and implement employee experience initiatives to boost engagement, collaboration, and retention.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to staff and management, fostering communication, inclusion, and team development.
Research Assistant – Biochemistry and Cancer Research Lab
Vered Shoshan Laboratory
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted experiments on cancer cells and analyze experimental results.
Teacher & Mentor, Nativ
The Jewish Agency
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted personal interviews and guide soldiers through conversion processes, preparing structured interview formats and comprehensive summaries.
- Provide individualized mentoring and support to promote successful integration.
Military Service – Education Corps, IDF
IDF
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Mentored soldiers from special populations to facilitate smooth adaptation to military life.
- Managed welfare and daily life in basic training for optimal soldier readiness.
- Promoted to Instructional Development Coordinator, overseeing multiple platoons.
- Guided junior commanders through mentorship to enhance leadership skills.
Honors & Awards
- Outstanding Platoon Commander, Education Corps, IDF (2019)
- Top Graduate, Instructional Program (צפ"ה), Education Corps, IDF
- Outstanding Department Graduate, Mechva Alon Base (2020
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology and Neuroscience
Ben-Gurion University of The Negev
04-2025
Skills
- Recruitment & Industry Insight: Passion for recruitment with a strong understanding of roles in tech, product, and R&D environments, experienced in interviewing and candidate selection
- Leadership & People Management: Proven success in mentoring and leading teams in HR, education, and military contexts
Skills
- Communication & Language: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal skills in both Hebrew and English
- Technical Proficiency: Full command of Microsoft Office and Experienced in using HR systems
- Organizational Strength: highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to fast-paced environments
Certification
- Certification in Instruction and Curriculum Development, BHAD 14, 2019
- NIDA Clinical Trials Network, National Institutes of Health
Additional Information
Active involvement in academic research on OCD utilizing advanced TMS techniques., Coordinator for community educational initiatives, including organizing workshops, mentoring group leaders, and delivering engaging seminars., Participation in psychodrama and creative writing workshops, contributing to strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Accomplishments
- Outstanding Platoon Commander, Education Corps, IDF (2019)
- Top Graduate, Instructional Program (צפ"ה), Education Corps, IDF
- Outstanding Department Graduate, Mechva Alon Base (2020)
- Outstanding Department Student, Ben-Gurion University (2023)
Languages
Hebrew
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
HR Business Partner – Talent & Employee Experience
Drisha Institute for Jewish Education
01.2023 - Current
Research Assistant – Biochemistry and Cancer Research Lab
Vered Shoshan Laboratory
01.2023 - 01.2024
Teacher & Mentor, Nativ
The Jewish Agency
01.2021 - 01.2023
Military Service – Education Corps, IDF
IDF
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology and Neuroscience
Ben-Gurion University of The Negev
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