Robin Sherbourne
About Robin Sherbourne
Robin Sherbourne serves as the Head of the ODI Fellowship Scheme at the Overseas Development Institute in London, a position he has held since 2012. With a strong background in economics and management, he has expanded the scheme's reach and secured additional funding during his tenure.
Current Role at ODI
Robin Sherbourne serves as the Head of the ODI Fellowship Scheme at the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) since 2012. In this role, he manages a budget of £20 million and oversees a team of three, coordinating the efforts of over 100 economists and statisticians across regions including Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Pacific. Under his leadership, the fellowship scheme has expanded its reach and impact, particularly into Asia, and has attracted new funders to enhance its financial support.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Robin Sherbourne held various roles that contributed to his expertise in economics. He worked at Old Mutual Namibia as a Group Economist from 2008 to 2011. He also served as an Economic Advisor at the Bank of Namibia for a brief period in 2008. Earlier in his career, he was a Research Associate at IJG in Windhoek, Namibia, from 2006 to 2008, and again from 1998 to 1999. Additionally, he was an Associate at ODI from 2007 to 2012.
Educational Background
Robin Sherbourne has an extensive educational background in economics and related fields. He studied at the University of Oxford, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Physics from 1982 to 1985. He later attended the University of Warwick, obtaining a Postgraduate Diploma in Economics from 1989 to 1990. He also completed a Master of Science (MSc) in Economics at the London School of Economics and Political Science from 1990 to 1991. His foundational education includes seven years at Salesian College Farnborough.
Leadership and Impact
In his role at ODI, Robin Sherbourne has succeeded Adrian Hewitt in leading efforts to engage new countries for the ODI Fellowship Scheme. He has introduced new streams to the fellowship, enhancing its overall reach and impact. His leadership has been instrumental in managing a diverse team and fostering collaboration among economists and statisticians across multiple regions.