(Courtesy of Jewish Agency) Yehuda Setton has been elected CEO of The Jewish Agency for Israel by a nomination committee led by Jewish Agency Chairman Maj. Gen. (res.) Doron Almog. He will replace Amira Ahronoviz, who has held the position for the past six years, commencing in October.

Setton, 42, has held a series of senior positions at The Jewish Agency. He currently serves as COO and chief program officer, managing the organization’s global activities in 66 countries. Over the past 16 years, Setton has held a long series of positions at The Jewish Agency’s headquarters and in the field, including as director of the Shlichut (Israeli emissaries) unit. He holds a master’s degree in Israel studies, with a focus on American Judaism, from University of Haifa, in addition to a bachelor’s degree in human resources and management from the College of Management.

Amira Ahronoviz, the current CEO whom Setton is slated to replace, worked for 30 years at The Jewish Agency. During this period, Ahronoviz held a variety of positions at the organization with its chairman at the time, President of Israel Isaac Herzog, as well as with current Chairman Almog, Chairman of the World Zionist Organization Yaakov Hagoel, and Chairman of The Jewish Agency’s Board of Governors Mark Wilf.

“I thank Amira Ahronoviz for leading The Jewish Agency through challenging times and global crises with commitment, professionalism and extraordinary vision,” Almog said. “The mark she left on the organization is priceless and will contribute to the success of The Jewish Agency forever. I am confident Yehuda Setton’s extensive experience across The Jewish Agency’s operations will contribute to his success in his new position and know he will continue to lead the organization’s work with great dedication.”