David Kavanagh
About David Kavanagh
David Kavanagh is a Software Developer currently employed at Save the Children UK since 2017. He has a diverse background in software development, having worked for various organizations including the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, The British Museum, and the University of London.
Work at Save the Children
David Kavanagh has been employed as a Software Developer at Save the Children UK since 2017. His role involves developing and maintaining software solutions that support the organization's mission to improve the lives of children around the world. Based in London, he has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery within the organization.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Save the Children, David Kavanagh held several positions in software development. He worked as an Enterprise Systems Manager (Maternity Cover) at the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health for two months in 2017. He also served as a Senior Developer at Dialog from 1994 to 1998 and at The British Museum from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, he had multiple roles at David Kavanagh Consulting, where he worked as a Software Developer for various periods between 2008 and 2017.
Education and Expertise
David Kavanagh studied at the University of Southampton, where he earned a Master of Science degree from 1993 to 1994. He also completed a Bachelor of Science in Economics at the same institution from 1990 to 1993. His educational background supports his expertise in software development and systems management, enabling him to contribute effectively in his roles.
Career at University of London
David Kavanagh worked at the University of London as the DLHE Technical Manager at The Careers Group from 2012 to 2016. In this position, he was responsible for managing technical aspects of the Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey, which provided valuable data on graduate employment outcomes. His role required a blend of technical and analytical skills to support the university's career services.