Shira Werblowsky

Shira Werblowsky is an Executive Recruiter and the Chief Recruiter at SW Recruiting, based in Oceanside, New York.15 She specializes in helping Jewish nonprofits hire top-tier talent and build superior teams.1

Professional Background

Shira has extensive experience in executive recruitment, with a particular focus on the Jewish nonprofit sector. Her career highlights include:

• Over a decade of experience in executive search and recruitment1
• 10 years as a Candidate Development Manager at Hawkes Peers & Co. from March 2007 to January 20181
• Currently running her own recruitment firm, SW Recruiting5

Expertise and Approach

Shira is known for her:

• Classical training in executive recruitment
• Intuitive ear and insider knowledge of the Jewish nonprofit industry
• Strategic approach to talent acquisition
• Diverse network of talented professionals
• Attention to detail and respect for time constraints faced by Executive Directors1

Her recruitment philosophy is based on building strong relationships, understanding client needs and culture, appreciating candidates' unique skill sets and career goals, and respecting timeliness.1

Education

Shira holds a Master's Degree in Secondary Education and Teaching from Azrieli Graduate School, which she completed between 2002 and 2003.15

Recent Activities

Shira is active on LinkedIn, where she regularly shares insights about the job market in the Jewish nonprofit sector. For instance, she has recently discussed:

• The current favorable conditions for hiring in the Jewish nonprofit sector3
• The trend of professionals taking pay cuts to work in pro-Israel nonprofits2
• The importance of countering false narratives about the war in Israel on social media4

Through her work, Shira continues to play a crucial role in connecting talented professionals with meaningful opportunities in Jewish nonprofit organizations.