Benjamin George
About Benjamin George
Benjamin George serves as the Head of Market & Portfolio Analysis at Save the Children UK, a position he has held since 2020. With a background in strategy and analysis, he has worked in various roles within the organization since 2011 and holds degrees from the University of Sussex and the University of Warwick.
Work at Save the Children
Benjamin George has been serving as the Head of Market & Portfolio Analysis at Save the Children UK since 2020. In this role, he leads the development of multi-year business plans across various teams. His responsibilities include advising on the strategic positioning of the division to maximize income for children. He also conducts an annual review process to evaluate the effectiveness of market, audience, and proposition portfolios. Prior to his current position, he held several roles within the organization, including Insight Executive, Strategy Manager, Senior Strategy Manager, and Senior Strategy Executive.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin George holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Leadership & Management from the University of Sussex, which he completed from 2019 to 2020. He also earned a Master of Arts (MA) in English Literature from the University of Warwick, where he studied from 2010 to 2011. His undergraduate studies at the University of Warwick culminated in a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Literature, completed from 2004 to 2007. This educational background supports his expertise in strategic analysis and management within the nonprofit sector.
Background
Benjamin George began his career as a Global Research Analyst at Mintel, where he worked from 2008 to 2010. He joined Save the Children UK in 2011 as an Insight Executive and has since progressed through various roles, including Strategy Manager and Senior Strategy Manager. His extensive experience within Save the Children UK spans over a decade, showcasing his commitment to the organization's mission and his development in strategic roles.
Achievements
In his current role as Head of Market & Portfolio Analysis, Benjamin George has led initiatives to develop comprehensive business plans and strategic positioning for Save the Children UK. His work includes conducting annual reviews to assess the effectiveness of various portfolios, contributing to the organization's overall strategy to enhance income for children's programs. His leadership in these areas reflects his significant contributions to the organization.