Katherine Tobias
About Katherine Tobias
Katherine Tobias serves as the Smart Cities Lead at KPMG Australia, a position she has held since 2019. She has a diverse background in policy analysis and strategic planning, with previous roles at the Committee for Sydney and Adam Smith International.
Work at KPMG Australia
Katherine Tobias has served as the Smart Cities Lead at KPMG Australia since 2019. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategies that enhance urban environments through smart technology and data-driven solutions. Her work aims to improve the quality of life in cities by integrating innovative practices and sustainable development principles.
Previous Experience in Policy Analysis
Before joining KPMG, Katherine Tobias worked as a Policy Analyst at the Committee for Sydney from 2015 to 2016. In this position, she contributed to policy development and analysis aimed at addressing urban challenges in Sydney. Her insights helped shape discussions around city planning and public policy.
Educational Background
Katherine Tobias has a strong academic background, having studied at several prestigious institutions. She earned a Master's degree from the University of Oxford from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, she completed a Master's in International Relations and International Law at UNSW from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations, Hebrew, and Government from the University of Sydney, which she completed from 2011 to 2014.
Experience in International Development
Katherine Tobias has held various roles in international development. She worked as an Assistant Manager for Asia Pacific at Adam Smith International from 2016 to 2017, where she focused on project management and development initiatives. Earlier, in 2012, she served as a Strategic Planning Consultant for Childfund Australia, contributing to strategic initiatives for child welfare.
Early Education
Katherine Tobias completed her early education at Moriah College, where she studied from 2000 to 2010. This foundational education provided her with a strong basis for her later academic pursuits in international relations and policy analysis.