Experience

Live Through This

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chair

  • May 2023 - Present

• Trustee

  • Apr 2022 - May 2023

  Live Through This is a charity supporting and advocating for LGBTIQ+ people across the UK affected by cancer, with an aim to transform the face of cancer care and support for queer people. As a trustee, alongside the other members of the board, I’m responsible for ensuring the organisation’s compliance with charity law, ensuring we are managing our resources responsibly and in the best interests of our beneficiaries, safeguarding the name and values of Live Through This and ensuring the financial stability of the organisation. Show less



Mind

• France
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head of Workplace Wellbeing

  • Sep 2022 - Present

  Head of Workplace Wellbeing, overseeing a department of 30 committed to supporting employers create mentally healthy workplaces through changes in their policy, practice and culture.

• Head of Development, Workplace Wellbeing

  • Mar 2022 - Present

  In my current role I am responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing strategies that enable Mind to develop and deliver workplace wellbeing products and services. This includes Mind’s national learning and training provision, Mind Workplace Wellbeing Index and consultancy solutions.

• Mental Health at Work - National Lead

  • Jan 2021 - Mar 2022

  In this role I oversaw the management and development of our Mental Health at Work website, Mental Health at Work Commitment and Mental Health at Work e-learning products in addition to acting as secretary to the Thriving at Work Leadership Council, leading on Mind’s assigned actions.Developed a new, three-year strategy for the Mental Health at Work programme, outlining a suite of new digital products to respond to the needs of employers as we emerge from the pandemic. Pitched and secured funding for the delivery of this new strategy. Show less

• Head of Workplace Wellbeing Programmes (Delivery)

  • Jul 2020 - Jan 2021

  Leading the delivery of Mind's funded workplace wellbeing programmes including: the Time to Change Employers Programme, Mentally Healthy Universities Programme, Blue Light Programme and Midlands Engine Productivity Pilot, alongside the leadership and support of Workplace Wellbeing's Content Team in the production of guidance and resources in response to the coronavirus.

• Time to Change Employer Programme Manager

  • Sep 2018 - Jul 2020

  Time to Change is the UK's foremost campaign looking to change the way people think and act about mental health, ending mental health stigma and discrimination. As the Employer Programme Manager I lead a team of six in delivering Time to Change's workplace interventions - the Time to Change Employer Pledge and a programme of ongoing support including training, masterclasses, networking events and resources.



University of Northampton Students'​ Union

• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing & Communications Manager

  • Feb 2013 - Aug 2018

  Senior Manager responsible for the leadership of the Marketing & Communications Department in: Providing insight to all Union departments to ensure quality service through appropriate quantitative and qualitative research and data collection; Increasing awareness of Union activity through effective communications strategies; Delivering a strong, clear brand position recognised by all stakeholders.Established the University of Northampton Students' Union's Marketing & Communications Department as its first Marketing & Communications Manager. Managed and directed the work of 3 full time members of staff, part time student staff and volunteers.Crafted the Students' Union's first set of brand guidelines following extensive consultation with the membership incorporating all aspects of brand identity including values, tone, house style, guidelines for photography and development of visual identity. Introduced social media, press and media policies to protect against reputational damage, ensure legal compliance and encourage best practice. Show less

• Membership Services Manager

  • Jul 2012 - Feb 2013

  Responsible for the delivery of Student Council and sub-committees, Sports, Societies & Executive Elections in addition to the recruitment and training of over 350 Course Reps for the academic year 2012/13.Implemented an online payment system across all departmental products including memberships, events and trips linked with our membership system.Agreed and introduced a single sign on between the University network and Students’ Union website.Organised, managed and marketed all Membership Services Freshers 2012 events including New Student Inductions and Freshers Fairs. Show less

• Societies & Volunteering Coordinator

  • Sep 2011 - Jul 2012

  As the Students’ Union’s first Societies & Volunteering Coordinator, responsible for fostering the establishment and continued development of student societies and volunteer projects from an initial position of only 10 student groups. Increased Society numbers by 375% and Society membership by 500% in first year through effective marketing and recruitment strategies.Oversaw the creation of a student newspaper, radio station and video channel. Responsible for its continued support and adherence to legal requirements.Organised, managed and marketed Black History Month, Interfaith Week, Disability Awareness Month, LGBT History Month, Green Week and International Women’s Day events alongside educational and welfare campaign activities.Produced the organisation’s Volunteer Policy and developed new systems of training, volunteer management and communications in ensuring its delivery. Show less



Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

• Australia
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Event Volunteer Coordinator

  • Oct 2010 - Apr 2011

  Recruited, trained, motivated and evaluated the performance of 1500 volunteers for all New Mardi Gras events as a member of the Volunteer Working Group.Solely responsible for the management of volunteers across all Mardi Gras third party Festival events.Organised post-festival volunteer function, certification and awards.

• Office Assistant

  • Jul 2010 - Apr 2011

  Responsible for answering telephone and email enquiries, attending to visitors and assisting other members of staff with their enquiries.Responsible for membership processing - renewals, application and payment. Managed and ensured the accuracy of member records in databases.Provided basic administrative duties, filing and copying. Responsible for typing correspondence, reports and other documents and the creation and preparation of various data records.



CanTeen Australia

• Australia
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• National Fundraising & Events Coordinator

  • Jul 2010 - Jan 2011

  Responsible for the management and organisation of CanTeen’s Annual Fundraising Gala Dinner, NIB-Offspring Media Launch, Pack-a-thon corporate volunteering events and National Bandanna Day Campaign alongside Event Managers. Built and maintained volunteer relationships with key business partners. Sourced 400 corporate volunteers for Pack-a-thon events, 250 volunteers for National Bandanna Day street sales in the Sydney region and was responsible for the advertising and production of materials for volunteers, Identified potential event partners and obtained sponsorship in kind. Managed guest lists, registration, registration materials, food, beverage and dietary requirements as required. Responsible for sourcing and booking entertainment for CanTeen events and the negotiation of discounts or donations of time from these performers. Sourced auction items, raffle prizes, gifts and giveaways for CanTeen fundraising events nationally. Responsible for developing and collating post-event evaluations and the writing of Post-Event and Post-Campaign Reports. Show less



Cancer Council NSW

• Australia
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Events Assistant

  • Mar 2010 - Jun 2010

  Solely responsible for the creation, delivery and follow up of media releases to local news outlets in Metropolitan and Greater Western Sydney in accordance with Australia's Biggest Morning Tea's Regional and State Media Plans. Organised, managed and coordinated radio and television appearances/interviews. Responsible for media monitoring and reporting of all print articles, radio and TV airtime in Metropolitan and Greater Western Sydney relating to Australia's Biggest Morning Tea. Responsible for VIP support - the delivery of supplementary promotional and financial materials, letters of authority, fundraising and event guidance. Managed guest speaker program at Australia's Biggest Morning Tea events across Sydney. Responsible for the distribution of event materials across the state: retail distribution of event mugs and coordination of host kit packing. Show less