Employment

Gvahim: Two decades of helping olim build their careers

A nonprofit organization helps olim of working age translate their skills, experience, and ambitions into meaningful careers.

The Gvahim team.
Avigdor Liberman speaks at a Knesset meeting during the first week of the Israeli Parliament's winter session, October 27, 2025

Equality requires universal draft, participation in economy and workforce, MK Liberman says

 View of the National Insurance Institute offices in Jerusalem. January 23, 2017.

Average salary in Israel rises in first half of 2025, as gender pay gap widens, NII data reveals

 The Nvidia logo is seen on a building (illustrative)

Jensen Huang says Israel is 'our second home' as Nvidia confirms new campus plans


From war to work: Mental health suggestions for employers

Psychologists provide advice for employers on how to preserve the mental health of employees who are fighting in the Israel-Hamas War once they return to civilian life.

 Photo of Michael Winkler

This week in Jerusalem: Red or Green?

A weekly round-up of city affairs.

 LIGHT RAIL’S Red Line extension: Delayed.

West Bank settlers demand to be consulted on Palestinian workers

Since the start of the war, Israel has not allowed West Bank Palestinians into Israel for work out of concern of security risks. This decision has created a lack of manpower in the country.

 Palestinian workers wait to enter Ma'aleh Adumim, February 23, 2023; illustrative.

Spotify announces massive layoffs, 17% of workforce to be cut

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek cites upcoming challenges as the reason for immediate layoffs despite profitable years, with 1,500 employees affected.

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Today's employment fair "Worthwhile to Work in Jerusalem" attracted hundreds of evacuees

"Worthwhile to Work in Jerusalem" employment fair

Jewish National Fund-USA leads relief efforts for Israel's battered south

Building on two decades of partnership with Israel’s south, Jewish National Fund-USA quickly stepped in to provide emergency assistance and the promise to rebuild.

 Jewish National Fund-USA's Lauder Employment Center is supporting relief efforts

National Victory: New tenders for commerce and employment in Ashkelon

Israel Land Authority announces nine lots for commerce and employment in Ashkelon, as the city strives to recover amid ongoing conflict in the region.


How can managers help employees handle stress, anxiety amid Hamas war?

The Israel Institute for Safety and Hygiene (IIOSH) has issued advice to managers on how to help and support employees in the workplace during this wartime situation. 

 An illustrative image of an employee being stressed at work.

Israel Institute for Occupational Safety marks International Older Persons Day

Hiring mature people can be a boon to employers if they are taken care of properly according to needs.

 Two young women in working in the office along with an older man.

Israeli human resources company HiBob secures $150 mil. in extra funding

Workplaces are constantly evolving, as is the need for businesses to invest in human resource technologies to help manage employees and their work alike.

 HiBob's CEO has managed to collaborate with investors to gain more capital.