SIGAL WASSER
Pardes Hana
Summary
Seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in the public and social sectors. Proven track record in organizational leadership, collaborative governance, and strategic partnerships. Skilled in early childhood education reform, inter-ministerial coordination, and professional development. Adept at managing multimillion NIS budgets and leading high-impact national programs.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-CEO
The Democratic Institute
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: Society and Education
- Led the institute with full responsibility for strategy, policy implementation, HR and finance (13M NIS budget, 80 staff).
- Established key partnerships with government, academia, donors, and NGOs.
- Directed internal governance and multilateral collaborations.
- Society and Education
Head of Early Childhood Department
The Democratic Institute
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: Society and Education
- Designed and led national change initiatives in early childhood education.
- Collaborated with local authorities and the Ministry of Education for implementation.
- Society and Education
Deputy District Director, North Region & Early Childhood Specialist
360
01.2009 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: The National Program for Children and Youth At-Risk
- Managed inter-ministerial operations across 43 Jewish and Arab municipalities.
- Oversaw a 28M NIS budget; mentored 18 local managers.
- Directed regional early childhood strategy and national projects.
- Municipal director for Gilboa Regional Council for 3 years.
- The National Program for Children and Youth At-Risk
Therapist & Therapist Trainer
Kelim Shluvim
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Company Overview: Healing Arts School
- Healing Arts School
Credit Analyst
Bank Leumi
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Company Overview: Galilee Regional Management
- Evaluated and approved business and public sector loans in collaboration with northern region branch managers.
- Galilee Regional Management
Education
Teaching Certificate -
WIZO Haifa Academy of Design and Education
01.2016
MBA - Business Administration
Tel Aviv University
01.1994
BA - Economics and Management
Tel Aviv University
01.1991
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Public Sector Partnerships
- Early Childhood Education
- Collective Impact Methodology
- Budget Management
- Team Development & Mentoring
- Cross-Sector Collaboration
- Coaching & Facilitation
Certificates And Development
- Certified Coach in Personal and Professional Development
- Expertise in People Management & Organizational Coaching
Timeline
Co-CEO
The Democratic Institute
01.2021 - 01.2024
Head of Early Childhood Department
The Democratic Institute
01.2018 - 01.2021
Deputy District Director, North Region & Early Childhood Specialist
360
01.2009 - 01.2018
Therapist & Therapist Trainer
Kelim Shluvim
01.2000 - 01.2009
Credit Analyst
Bank Leumi
01.1995 - 01.2000
Teaching Certificate -
WIZO Haifa Academy of Design and Education
MBA - Business Administration
Tel Aviv University
BA - Economics and Management
Tel Aviv University
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