Jo Dench
About Jo Dench
Jo Dench is a Senior Policy Manager at Ofcom, where she has worked since 2009. She has extensive experience in managing regulatory, licensing, and compliance issues across various sectors and holds multiple degrees in psychology and business administration.
Current Role at Ofcom
Jo Dench serves as a Senior Policy Manager at Ofcom, a position held since 2009. In this role, she manages regulatory, licensing, and compliance issues across various sectors, including television, mobile, transport, and space. Her responsibilities involve ensuring that policies align with industry standards and regulatory frameworks, contributing to the effective governance of these sectors.
Previous Experience at Ofcom
Prior to her current position, Jo Dench worked at Ofcom as a Policy Advisor from 2007 to 2009. During her two years in this role, she contributed to the development and implementation of policies that shaped the regulatory landscape in the communications sector. This experience provided her with foundational insights into the workings of Ofcom and its impact on the industry.
Experience at Security Industry Authority
Jo Dench was employed as a Policy Advisor at the Security Industry Authority from 2004 to 2007. Over the course of three years, she played a key role in shaping policies related to security regulation, contributing to the establishment of standards and practices within the security industry.
Educational Background
Jo Dench has a diverse educational background. She studied Psychology at The University of Queensland, earning a Bachelor of Arts from 1992 to 1994. She later pursued a Master's degree in Psychology at the University of Sydney, completing it in 1995. Additionally, she obtained a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from La Trobe University in 2001. This combination of studies provides her with a strong foundation in both psychology and business principles.
Certifications and Skills
Jo Dench holds an APMP project management certification, which she obtained in 2012. This certification reflects her proficiency in project management methodologies and practices. Furthermore, she possesses a good understanding of the workings of Whitehall, Westminster, and the EU Parliament and Commission, enhancing her capability to navigate complex regulatory environments.