Youssef  Al Jabari

UCLG-MEWA President
Term: (2025-2028)

Eng.Yousef Zouhair Al-Jabari is the Mayor of Hebron and is considered one of the prominent leaders in the fields of local administration and urban development in Palestine. He possesses over two decades of distinguished professional and institutional experience, during which he has played a pivotal role in developing the municipal work system, strategic planning, infrastructure development, and promoting sustainable urban transformation in a city that is among the most ancient and significant Palestinian cities historically and economically.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Palestine Polytechnic University and a Master’s degree in Urban Planning from Birzeit University. Throughout his career, he has successfully combined technical expertise, administrative competence, and strategic vision, contributing to the development of institutional performance and upgrading the level of public services and infrastructure in Hebron.

Prior to assuming his current position as Mayor of Hebron, Al-Jabari served as the Deputy Mayor from 2017 to 2022 and was elected as a municipal council member for several consecutive terms. He also served as the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors for Hebron Electricity, alongside his contributions to supporting and developing renewable energy and sustainability projects through the Noor Hebron Solar Energy Company.

Throughout his years in public service, Al-Jabari’s name has been associated with numerous strategic developmental initiatives and projects that have tangibly contributed to the development of Hebron, particularly in the fields of infrastructure, transportation, urban planning, energy sector development, and the advancement of public services. Furthermore, he has contributed to supporting efforts aimed at preserving the historical and cultural heritage of Hebron, including the Old City and the Ibrahimi Mosque, both of which are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Al-Jabari possesses extensive experience in international relations and institutional cooperation, having represented the city of Hebron in various regional and international conferences and forums addressing local development, urban planning, and sustainable city management. He has also worked on strengthening cooperation with international institutions and development partners, in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the growing needs of the city.

Yousef Al-Jabari is widely recognized for his steadfast commitment to enhancing citizens’ resilience, improving the quality of public services, supporting sustainable economic and social development, and preserving the historical and national identity of Hebron, reflecting its status as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities with the deepest cultural significance in the world.