Versatile and results-driven programme leader with over a decade of experience managing complex, high-impact projects across the public and private sectors. Since 2017, has led overseas development and humanitarian programmes for the UK Government, working with the UN, NGOs, and multilateral institutions such as the World Bank. Previously delivered HR transformation initiatives for major private sector firms. Highly skilled at resource mobilisation; managing multimillion pound budgets; embedding monitoring and risk management systems; and executing projects that achieve strategic outcomes, value for money, and timely delivery. Proven ability to operate internationally and to build strong, collaborative relationships with partners and stakeholders at all levels, through clear communication and a focus on shared goals. Recognised within the FCDO for driving high performance and programme excellence and for effectively leading diverse, cross-functional teams working remotely across time zones and cultures.
| ๐ Nationality | ๐ฌ๐ง United Kingdom |
| ๐ก Residency | ๐ฌ๐ง United Kingdom |
| ๐ Location | ๐ฟ๐ฆ South Africa |
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| Skilled in | programme design programme mobilisation programme delivery business case dev resource mobilisation negotiation influencing programme strategy programme leadership monitoring evaluation risk management strategic budgeting financial oversight stakeholder engagement relationship management team leadership value for money roi focused delivery operational efficiency delivery under pressure procurement commercial change management organisational agility compliance oversight policy dev team dev international engagement performance management remote management due diligence |
| Fluent in | english |
| Preferred annual pay (min) | $60,000/year |
| Last seen | 3 days ago |
| Signed up | 6 months ago |
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2021 - 2025: Afghanistan Senior Programme Manager @ Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
2020 - 2021: COVID-19 Policy & Briefing Team Leader @ Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
2018 - 2020: World Bank Programme Manager & Policy Lead @ Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
2017 - 2018: Global Funds Deputy Programme Manager @ Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
2015 - 2017: Learning & Development Manager @ World First
2013 - 2015: Learning & Development Officer @ Pearson
2012 - 2013: MSc Organisational Psychology @ City University
2008 - 2011: BSc Psychology @ University of Manchester