Ruth Whincup
About Ruth Whincup
Ruth Whincup is a Business Systems Design Manager with extensive experience in project management and business design. She has worked in various roles across organizations such as The Challenge, FutureGov, and Mind, focusing on the intersection of technology and business processes to create positive social impact.
Current Role at Mind
Ruth Whincup serves as the Business Systems Design Manager at Mind, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on integrating technology with business processes to enhance operational efficiency. Her responsibilities include designing and implementing systems that support the organization's objectives and improve service delivery.
Previous Experience at The Challenge
Prior to her current role, Ruth worked at The Challenge as a Senior Business Design Manager from 2016 to 2020. During her four years there, she was responsible for leading business design initiatives and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to drive project success.
Professional Background in Project Management
Ruth has a diverse background in project management, having worked at the Ministry of Justice UK as a Project Manager in the Data & Analytical Services Directorate for six months in 2020. She also held the position of Senior Delivery Manager at FutureGov for one year from 2020 to 2021, where she managed project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
Educational Qualifications
Ruth holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Bristol. She furthered her education at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where she earned a Master of Science degree in Environment and Development. Her academic background supports her focus on creating positive social impact through technology.
Early Career and Internships
Ruth began her career with various roles that provided foundational experience in communications and engagement. She interned at Global Action Plan in 2011 and worked as an Administrative Assistant at the Royal Free Medical School, University College London. Additionally, she served as a Hub Manager at Student Hubs from 2013 to 2016, where she managed initiatives aimed at social impact.