C.V
Eitan. P. Behar
Mobile: 050-723 9438
Email: eitan@eitanbehar.org
D.O.B: 21/03/1979
Education
2004-2007
B.A. in Government, Diplomacy and Strategy obtained at the Interdisciplinary Centre Herzliya- following the English language syllabus. Specialization in Middle East studies, National Security and Counter-terrorism.
1994-1997
Completed Israeli Bagrut (baccalaureate) at the Zalman Shazar High School, Bat Yam.
Languages
- English – fluent 2. Hebrew – fluent 3. Spanish -conversational 4. Arabic- Conversational 5. Turkish- basic
Employment
2008-9- Website Editor and Manager – the Likud party’s official site.
In charge of the official Hebrew and English language website of the Likud Party. The job includes the editing of official blogs both in English and Hebrew, management of supporters groups and direct liaison with Netanyahu’s office. The work entailed internet messaging, preparing news updates and direct contact with site users. As editor one had to design marketing material, plan advertising strategies as well as write articles and actual site content. I drew on my bi-lingual abilities to translate speeches and setup a relevant database for supporters and allow contact between them and headquarters. It involved working as part of a team, learning to adapt quickly to new ideas, technologies and priorities. It required, interpersonal skills, editing abilities and an analytical mind.
2008 Personal Assistant to CEO of Kibris Turkish Airlines.
The company represents approx. 70% of the charter flights to Greece and Turkey. The role entailed negotiations with foreign airlines, tailoring different aircraft to the various needs of travel agencies and the construction and editing of timetables of seasonal based travel. Most of the work was carried out in English and required a combination of abilities including the ability to work under pressure, to manage competing needs and the ability to problem- solve under pressures of time and budget.
2007-8 Consultant on Foreign relations for World Zionist Organization
The role involved consultancy for an NGO on various PR campaigns internationally. The job involved the writing of articles, scheduling of meetings with different communities form around the globe and fundraising. As part of the job I traveled to different communities across the United States, taking part in town hall discussion in community centers, churches and synagogues a promoting Israel’s image and the work of the organization. Leadership abilities, public speaking skills and the ability to build and maintain contacts with individuals as well as private and governmental organizations were essential.
2005-2007 P.A. to CEO of World Betar
Worked with head of the English desk of World Betar organizing the activities and communication between over a dozen branches of the movement worldwide. The role encompassed educational activities, arranging of trips to Israel, marketing skills and fundraising skills. I also was part of a team dedicated to help with the absorption of new immigrants from English speaking countries to life in Israel.
2001- 2004 Education Emissary of the Jewish Agency to the USA
As an official emissary (Shaliach) of the Jewish Agency to America I served in Cleveland Ohio. The role included the organization of workshops, conferences and PR events for Israel. It demanded close contacts with the local community and reporting back to HQ in Israel. It included meetings with local and national government officials as well as the everyday running of Jewish education for the local youth and help in immigration.
As part of my work I initiated new PR projects and Zionist educational activities for the local Jewish communities. The work enabled one to develop a deep understanding of the key players within the Jewish community including, AIPAC, ZOA as well as Orthodox and non-Orthodox religious movements.
Military Service
2000-2001 Representative of Israel Navy (IN) at Naval school under officer rank placement.
1998- 2000 Served as naval combat soldier in Israel Navy missile Ship.
Skills & Courses
2009 Director Training Course
2009 Public Relations and Spokesman Course
2005-2008 Diaspora Educational Course- organized by the Jewish Agency encompassing education, management and marketing content.
2005-2009 Betar Organizational Courses- including youth leadership and management.
