Emily Boothroyd
About Emily Boothroyd
Emily Boothroyd is a Programme Manager at Save the Children UK, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in development studies and extensive experience in various roles across non-profit organizations, she has contributed to projects in both the UK and Uganda.
Work at Save the Children
Emily Boothroyd has been serving as a Programme Manager at Save the Children UK since 2018. In her role, she focuses on managing various programs aimed at improving the lives of children and their families. Her work involves strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects to ensure they meet the organization's objectives. Based in London, she has contributed to Save the Children's mission for over six years.
Previous Experience in Non-Profit Sector
Before joining Save the Children, Emily held several positions in the non-profit sector. She worked as a Programme Management Specialist at Plan International UK from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she served as Uganda Project Officer and later as Uganda Coordinator at Teach a Man to Fish. Her experience also includes roles at the British Red Cross and Internews Europe, where she focused on education and program management.
Educational Background
Emily Boothroyd earned a Master's Degree in Development Studies from Birkbeck, University of London, completing her studies from 2014 to 2017. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Social Anthropology from the University of Kent, where she studied from 2005 to 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in program management and development work.
Teaching Experience
Emily has a background in education, having worked as an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Teacher for Refugees at the British Red Cross in 2010. She also taught at EC English Language Centres in Cambridge during the same year. Her teaching roles have contributed to her understanding of educational needs within vulnerable communities.
Career Progression
Emily's career reflects a steady progression in the non-profit sector, with increasing responsibilities over the years. She began her career in administration at Ashbourne College and transitioned into various roles within Teach a Man to Fish, culminating in her position as Programme Manager at Save the Children. Her diverse experiences have equipped her with a broad skill set in program development and management.