Danilovich holds a bachelor's degree in Israel Studies from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and an honorary doctorate in philosophy from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.

[citation needed] At the age of 21, he became active in the Ben-Gurion University Student Council, and in the municipal political arena, emphasizing the development of young human capital in Be'er Sheva and demanding greater budgets and resources for the Negev.

He was chosen to light the torch at the 64th Independence Day celebrations of the State of Israel in 2012, for his contributions to the development of Be'er Sheva and the Negev and for his courageous leadership during the "Cast Lead" and "Pillar of Defense" operations.

During his tenure as Mayor, he has led Beersheba to unprecedented growth with billions invested in projects that have established Be'er Sheva as the fourth metropolis in Israel.

These include 20,000 new and advanced housing units and public educational institutions, Gev Yam Negev high-tech park, the innovation district, sports complex, Be'er Sheva river park, an amphitheater, a transportation hub, tourist and leisure centers, and cultural and arts anchors.