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London, England, United Kingdom

I lead innovation comms for Queen Mary University of London. My job is to create and implement a comms strategy to build our reputation for innovation and promote a culture of innovation among our research community. I also provide bespoke comms support to our early stage spinout companies.It's a new and wide ranging role, which includes all major comms functions (e.g. press, social media, web, events, internal, policy etc.). My work spans the university's tech transfer company, business partnerships, and wider support for entrepreneurship.

London, England, United Kingdom

New Philanthropy Capital is a think tank and consultancy helping charities, philanthropists, foundations, corporates, and policy makers to maximise their social impact.My role included:- Media strategy- Pitching stories and responding to media requests- Line managing our communications and policy officer- Managing project comms (requirements, budgets, workloads, audience analysis, key messages, structure, editing, launch planning etc.)- Training colleagues (writing and media)- Networking

London, United Kingdom

New Philanthropy Capital is a think tank and consultancy for charities, philanthropists, foundations and corporates looking to maximise their social impact. My role included:- Comms planning/strategy- Media- Report production- Website- Social media- Editing

London, United Kingdom

I led on communications for the Ministry Division, who look after recruitment and training of clergy. Ministry Division play a major role in the Church’s Renewal and Reform change management programme. My job was to bring dioceses and theological colleges along the journey with us. I also worked closely with colleagues in the media and digital teams to boost the profile of ministry nationally.

London, United Kingdom

- Provided detailed briefing and advice for the MP in preparation for debates, meetings and media appearances.- Prepared speech notes, press releases and website content.- Drafted responses to constituents on policy questions.- Monitored ongoing legislation, debates and media.- Ensured the MP was accurately informed on key policy issues, with particular focus on youth employment and democratic participation.- Coordinated project work and the Westminster diary.

South Staffordshire

- Ran successful local campaigns.- Managed the diary to create press opportunities, further campaigns and develop relationships.- Prepared briefings on local issues and speeches for events.- Responded to consultations and wrote supporting letters.- Attended meetings and events alongside the MP to develop a network of constituents, members, stakeholders and politicians.

South Staffordshire

- Overall responsibility for Gavin Williamson's 2015 election campaign.- 6.2pp increase in votes (top thirty of Conservative-held seats).- Built and led a core team of volunteers.- Managed the campaign budget.- Legally responsible for the conduct of the campaign.- Determined which messages were resonating and identified strongest areas to ensure supporter turnout.- Helped write election campaign material.

- Developed leadership through military training run by the British Army.- Awarded top student at phase two.- Section Commander, led and mentored a team of fifteen through their basic training.- Assisted with publicity and recruitment.- Awarded CMI Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership.

Master Of Arts (Ma), Public Policy, Passed With Merit

Activities and Societies:- Studied the formation, implementation and evaluation of public policy in domestic and international contexts..

Ba (Honours), International Relations And Modern History, 1St Class Honours

- Studied domestic and international politics, history and theory, with additional lectures on issues thought too difficult for democratic.

Management And Leadership (Level 5)

High School