-Freelance writer with a focus on solutions journalism and philanthropy-Advisor at Proximate - solutions journalism about emergent models for participatory problem-solving-Writing about how and why we give, and how we might do it better: https://howcanwehelp.blog/

-Plan and oversee publication on pioneerspost.com of daily news, features, resources and podcasts/videos on social enterprise and impact investing worldwide-Plan and co-create paid content series with partner organisations-Commission and edit op-eds and guides by industry experts-Write news and features, including coverage of major international social enterprise/impact investing conferences-Train, mentor and provide editorial guidance to young journalists, as part of British… Show more -Plan and oversee publication on pioneerspost.com of daily news, features, resources and podcasts/videos on social enterprise and impact investing worldwide-Plan and co-create paid content series with partner organisations-Commission and edit op-eds and guides by industry experts-Write news and features, including coverage of major international social enterprise/impact investing conferences-Train, mentor and provide editorial guidance to young journalists, as part of British Council/Pioneers Post scheme-Design and deliver training to social entrepreneurs and journalists (including face-to-face workshops in Ethiopia, Sudan)-Support colleagues to deliver Pioneers Post events and awards-Support CEO on company strategy and business development -Produced two editions of Pioneers Post Quarterly magazine (before switch to digital-only)-Led on programming of one-day ‘Good Stories’ event (2019) on marketing and communications for social entrepreneurs Show less

Supporting a collective of like-minded, socially-oriented professionals who work to solve problems in businesses and the community.

- Editor/writer and communications strategist for social interest organisations, including Euclid Network (http://euclidnetwork.eu), the Impact Collective (http://theimpactcollective.co), Mile 91 (http://www.mile91.co.uk) and others.- Freelance writer specialising in international development and social enterprise. Numerous features and analysis published by Devex, also published in the Guardian, Vice, Pioneers Post and others. One World Media Fellow.- Media trainer / facilitator with… Show more - Editor/writer and communications strategist for social interest organisations, including Euclid Network (http://euclidnetwork.eu), the Impact Collective (http://theimpactcollective.co), Mile 91 (http://www.mile91.co.uk) and others.- Freelance writer specialising in international development and social enterprise. Numerous features and analysis published by Devex, also published in the Guardian, Vice, Pioneers Post and others. One World Media Fellow.- Media trainer / facilitator with experience in the UK and East Africa. Since 2017, associate facilitator with participatory video specialists Insightshare (http://insightshare.org).-Full client list and references available on request. Show less

Lead on communications for a Europe-wide network supporting social enterprise and civil society. Online content planning and production, enewsletters, video production, event marketing, social media, etc.; working closely with designers, photographers, videographers and editors. Part-time role.

Support young people (15-24 years) to produce and contribute to films, podcasts, magazines and other media formats, with particular focus on writing/editorial work. Design and deliver in-school workshops during term time. Design project concepts, secure funding from donors, identify and work with partners.

During a 6-month On Purpose placement:- Managed rollout of new employer brand (produced new templates / materials; established systems/processes for usage; briefed colleagues worldwide).- Led a market entry test, identifying and pursuing opportunities to recruit skilled volunteers from a new region.- Helped integrate a new job advertising technology into daily processes, liaising between service provider and recruiters.- Initiated a cross-department group to explore storytelling… Show more During a 6-month On Purpose placement:- Managed rollout of new employer brand (produced new templates / materials; established systems/processes for usage; briefed colleagues worldwide).- Led a market entry test, identifying and pursuing opportunities to recruit skilled volunteers from a new region.- Helped integrate a new job advertising technology into daily processes, liaising between service provider and recruiters.- Initiated a cross-department group to explore storytelling methods and to present to senior leaders. Show less

Selected for a one-year leadership development programme with On Purpose, which helps experienced professionals transition into the social enterprise sector. Completed two 6-month paid work placements (British Council and VSO International) alongside professional training, mentoring and executive coaching.

During a 6-month On Purpose placement:- Designed and created a toolkit of learning resources and processes, for use by 7000 employees worldwide, to help drive the shift to partnering and more market/demand-led approaches.- Produced a series of senior-level video interviews to capture partnering experience, including talking about past failures.- Engaged stakeholders and facilitated discussions to plan / agree on the future internal communications strategy.

- Internal/external communications strategy and products (print publications, e-newsletter, photo libraries, video case studies, events, media relations etc.)- Networking and advocacy for HIV/AIDS education project- Writing/contributing to policy documents, reports, BTC blog- Assisting with selection and training of microprojects; monitoring missions to various regions of Tanzania

- Business development: Track calls for tender; identify and negotiate with potential partners & experts; co-responsible for building up non-EU (EuropeAid) portfolio; manage/write bids on communication strategy; internal department coordination; long-term company strategy.- Editorial and communications consultancy: project management and support; research/draft/edit texts.