Gaynor Homer
About Gaynor Homer
Gaynor Homer is the Technology Workstream Lead on Our Programme at Penguin Random House in London, United Kingdom, with extensive experience in project management and IT solutions.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Gaynor Homer currently serves as the Technology Workstream Lead on Our Programme at Penguin Random House in London, United Kingdom. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing and managing technology-related workstreams, ensuring effective project delivery and alignment with organizational goals. Her expertise in stakeholder management and risk monitoring plays a crucial role in the successful execution of projects.
Previous Experience at Hachette Book Group
From 2014 to 2018, Gaynor Homer worked at Hachette Book Group as a Senior Project Manager in the IT Solutions department in London, United Kingdom. During her tenure, she managed complex IT projects, coordinated with internal and external suppliers, and maintained a high standard of quality and budget control throughout the project lifecycle.
Roles at Forensic Science Service
Gaynor Homer has an extensive background with the Forensic Science Service, where she held multiple roles over her tenure. She began as an Assistant Forensic Scientist from 1996 to 1998 in London and progressed to positions such as Forensic Scientist, Service Delivery Manager, Business Process Expert, IT Business Change Manager. These roles spanned from 1996 to 2012, showcasing a broad range of responsibilities including project management, business change, and process optimization in both Birmingham and London.
Educational Background
Gaynor Homer holds a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, General with Honours in Population Genetics from the University of York, completed from 1989 to 1992. She further enhanced her qualifications with certifications such as the APMG Agile Project Management Foundation in 2017, APMG Prince 2 Practitioner in 2012, and the APMG Principles of Change Management in 2009. These additional qualifications have equipped her with robust skills in project management and change management.
Professional Skills and Certifications
Gaynor Homer is known for her strong planning and organizational skills, effective IT management, and proficiency in monitoring risk, issues, quality, and budgets. She has considerable experience with systems like SAP ECC 6.0, Oracle, and SharePoint, and holds a Prince 2 qualification. Her pragmatic approach to problem-solving, combined with her strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, makes her a proficient leader in her field.