Julio Levit Koldorf
Maastricht
Summary
Accomplished communications and government affairs expert with 15+ years of experience. Holding PhD degree in Communication and Information from University of Zaragoza and University of Barcelona. Has been involved working and researching of Jewish affairs, as well as various projects supporting relationships between European organizations and Israel since 2016. Expert with proven track record of developing successful communication and marketing strategies for NGOs, government and academic bodies. Highly motivated, self-starter, willing to work independently and as a part of the team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher (postdoc Program)
University of Zaragoza, University of Valencia and National University of Rosario
Rosario | Zaragoza | Valencia
2023.01 - Current
- Joined the "European Union-Next Generation EU" international PostDoc program with University of Valencia, University of Zaragoza and National University of Rosario to continue development in Contemporary Political Antisemitism research.
- Joined the “Beppo Levi” Chair on the Holocaust and other forms of discrimination. National University of Rosario, Argentina.
- Joined the Research Group in Critical Theory of the Institute for Creativity and Educational Innovations of the University of Valencia, Spain.
- As a member of research team prepared scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific articles.
- Preparing and presenting at international congresses on the matter of research (https://www.conftool.pro/dnc5aled).
- Participation in international summit (https://ejassociation.eu/eja/annual-conference-for-european-jewish-leadership/).
- ISGAP Institute for Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies, St. Catherine’s College, Oxford, United Kingdom (https://isgap.org/).
Advisory Consultant
Independent
Maastricht, Netherlands
2016.03 - Current
- Advice, implementation and monitoring of institutional development.
- Social cultural management to Academia, government officials and businesses development in Europe, Israel and Argentina.
- Joined IMPACT-SE NGO as Research Specialist in UNESCO project involving eight european countries (https://www.impact-se.org/) - Current.
- Worked with Aragon Exterior (AREX), Zaragoza Chamber of Commerce, Municipality of Tudela, Ministry of Culture of Aragon, Ministry of Tourism of Aragon, Peace Research Institute of Spain, Ministry of Justice of Spain, The Jewish Community of Madrid (CJM), Jewish Community of Padova, Jewish Community of Düsseldorf (Jüdische Gemeinde Düsseldorf), Federation of Jewish Communities of Spain, Olami Germany, the european delegation of the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs of Israel, Die Benjaminis NGO Berlin, Hakel-Hazon The Jewish Lab for sustainability, the regional government of Baden-Württemberg in Germany, Action and Communication on the Middle East (ACOM), the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) and Jewish Community of Maastricht (Joodse Gemeente Maastricht) - Current.
Diplomatic Administrative
Consulate General of the kingdom Spain
Düsseldorf
2019.05 - 2021.06
- Created and implemented communication management strategy for the Consulate General of Spain in Germany.
- Wrote, edited and reviewed various media content and press releases.
- Acted as lead spokesperson and representative at various public and media events.
Research Associate, PhD Programm
University of Zaragoza
Zaragoza | Barcelona | Düsseldorf
2016.03 - 2020.07
- Worked in the Communication and Information doctoral research team between the University of Zaragoza, the University of Barcelona and Santander Bank.
- Conducted researches as a member of the Communication Department of Zaragoza University in the field Communication and Politics.
- Concluded PhD program researching development models of Argentina; selected amongst 6 best international PhDs.
- Accumulated a significant amount of academic background such as attendance, participation and delivery of courses, seminars and conferences organized by prestigious institutions.
Director of PR & Strategy
NGO Sefarad Aragon
Zaragoza
2016.04 - 2019.04
- Lead in-house team of 6 members, as well managed external associates.
- Supervised budget of educational impact programs, events, professional training, outreach and institutional promotion.
- Leading partnerships with donors, with Spanish, European and Israeli institutions.
- Grants, subsidies and fundraising of projects by different local and regional states, European and international programs.
- Lead development on NGO strategy in Europe and implementation of it.
- Developed marketing and communications strategy for the NGO.
- Acted as lead spokesperson, briefing public figures, politicians, giving interviews with media, representing the NGO at various venues.
- Partnered with Federation of Jewish Communities of Spain, Sefarad-Israel Center, Beit Hatfutsot, Network of Jewish Quarters of Spain, JDC and Moishe House Europe, A Jewish Contribution to an inclusive Europe (CEJI), among others.
- Worked with European Commission, Ministry of Justice of Spain, Parliament of Aragon, Ministry of Education of Spain, St George Uni, Uni of Zaragoza on various projects developed by NGO.
- Briefed and consulted various parties on the specifics of trade with Israel (academia, private sector, institutions).
- Lead projects of israeli and spanish experts exchanges in various topics.
- Managed cooperation with Israeli embassy and chamber of commerce.
- We were honored with the Award from the Council of Jerusalem in recognition for the “outstanding research and outreach”.
Operational Manager
Argentina Railways Operations
Rosario
2012.04 - 2016.01
- Lead and managed Operations BU of Argentina Railways for the whole city of Rosario.
- In this role reported directly to the Ministry of Transportation of Argentina.
- Responsible for full procurement operations and budget management within the Operations Business Unit.
- Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors.
- Measured and reviewed performance via KPIs and metrics.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
Associate Professor
National University of Rosario
Rosario
2009.03 - 2015.12
- Worked as Assistant and Auxiliary Professor attached to two different chairs. Socio-philosophical Perspectives and the Institution and Society chair in the Social Communication career at the Faculty of Political Sciences and International Relations of the National University of Rosario.
- Participated in theoretical and practical classes, assisting the head Professor.
- Contact with students from different parts of the country and foreign exchange students.
- As a fellow in the Social Communication doctoral program at the National University of Rosario, I was member of the Research Center on Contemporary Philosophical-Political Problematics in the Research Institute (National University of Rosario).
- I have also won international scholarships on 4 occasions in 3 different countries around the world.
Education
Ph.D. - Information and Communication
University of Zaragoza & University of Barcelona
Spain07.2020
Ph.D. - Social Communication
National University of Rosario
Argentina12.2015
Master of Science - Social Communication
National University of Rosario
Argentina07.2012
Skills
- Advisory and consultancy
- Community Relationship Building
- Media Contacts Management
- NGO management
- PR and Communications Strategies
- Project Coordination
- Research and production (academic-journalistic)
- Spokesperson Experience
- Social-cultural management
- Verbal and Writing Communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Professional
Hebrew
Limited
German
Professional
Additional Information
Publications
- The Times of Israel, 2024 | https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/idiots-on-campus/
- The Jerusalem Post, 2024 | Israel - https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-790605
- The Times of Israel, 2023 | Israel - https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/a-jewish-response/
- The Jerusalem Post, 2021 | Israel - https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-689517
- The Diplomat, 2016 – 2017 | UK & Spain - https://thediplomatinspain.com/en/2017/04/the-re-enchantment-of-the-world/
- Hatzad Hasheni, 2016 | Israel - https://hatzadhasheni.com/antisemitismo-puede-el-mundo-estar-equivocado-por-julio-levit-koldorf/
- El Periódico de Aragón, 2016 | Spain - https://www.elperiodicodearagon.com/opinion/2016/03/10/miente-miente-quedara-47088109.html
Timeline
Researcher (postdoc Program)
University of Zaragoza, University of Valencia and National University of Rosario
2023.01 - Current
Diplomatic Administrative
Consulate General of the kingdom Spain
2019.05 - 2021.06
Director of PR & Strategy
NGO Sefarad Aragon
2016.04 - 2019.04
Advisory Consultant
Independent
2016.03 - Current
Research Associate, PhD Programm
University of Zaragoza
2016.03 - 2020.07
Operational Manager
Argentina Railways Operations
2012.04 - 2016.01
Associate Professor
National University of Rosario
2009.03 - 2015.12
Ph.D. - Information and Communication
University of Zaragoza & University of Barcelona
Ph.D. - Social Communication
National University of Rosario
Master of Science - Social Communication
National University of Rosario
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