Emily Billington
About Emily Billington
Emily Billington serves as the Strategic Marketing Effectiveness and Learning Lead at Save the Children UK and has been a Senior Individual Giving Manager at War Child UK since 2021. With a background in both commercial and charity sectors, she has managed budgets of up to £40 million and focuses on enhancing supporter experience through data-driven decisions.
Work at Save the Children
Emily Billington has been serving as the Strategic Marketing Effectiveness and Learning Lead at Save the Children UK since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing marketing strategies and effectiveness through data-driven decisions. She leads initiatives aimed at improving supporter experience and engagement, utilizing her extensive experience in both the commercial and charity sectors. Her leadership contributes to the organization's mission of ensuring children's rights and welfare globally.
Current Role at War Child UK
Since 2021, Emily Billington has held the position of Senior Individual Giving Manager at War Child UK. In this capacity, she manages fundraising strategies and initiatives aimed at supporting children affected by conflict. Her role involves overseeing significant budgets and leading teams to optimize fundraising efforts and enhance donor relationships.
Education and Expertise
Emily Billington studied at the University of Sheffield, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2008 to 2011. Prior to that, she attended Wilberforce Sixth Form College from 2006 to 2008. Her educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in marketing and fundraising within the charity sector.
Background in Fundraising
Emily Billington began her career in fundraising at Nordoff Robbins, where she worked for one year from 2014 to 2015. She also held the position of Account Executive at Home Fundraising Ltd for seven months in 2014. These early experiences in fundraising provided her with foundational skills that she has built upon in her subsequent roles in the charity sector.
Leadership and Team Management
Emily Billington leads high-performing teams in her current roles, driving forward strategic initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness. Her focus on data-driven decision-making allows her to implement strategies that improve supporter engagement and overall marketing performance. Her leadership style fosters collaboration and innovation within her teams.