Heather Roberts
About Heather Roberts
Heather Roberts is a Senior Programme Development Manager at Save the Children UK, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in international development, having held various roles at Save the Children UK and other organizations, along with academic qualifications in Children, Youth and International Development.
Current Role at Save the Children UK
Heather Roberts serves as the Senior Programme Development Manager at Save the Children UK. She has held this position since 2021 and has been actively involved in developing and managing international development programmes. Her role focuses on harnessing the unique capabilities of partners to enhance the effectiveness of these programmes. Heather's commitment to quality international development is evident in her professional focus and ongoing contributions to the organization.
Previous Experience at Save the Children UK
Heather Roberts has extensive experience at Save the Children UK, where she held multiple roles. She worked as a Supporter Care Advisor from 2011 to 2013, then advanced to Senior Supporter Care Advisor from 2013 to 2016. In 2016, she served as Programme Information Officer for seven months and later as Funding Support and Information Officer until 2017. From 2015 to 2021, she was a Programme Development Manager, contributing to various initiatives and projects during her tenure.
Experience in Customer Service and Fundraising
Before her extensive career at Save the Children UK, Heather Roberts worked in customer service and fundraising roles. She was a Customer Services Assistant at M&S Money from 2009 to 2010. Following that, she worked as a Fundraising Support Assistant at Macmillan Cancer Support from 2010 to 2011. These positions provided her with foundational skills in customer engagement and support, which she later applied in her roles within the nonprofit sector.
Education and Academic Background
Heather Roberts holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Children, Youth and International Development from Birkbeck, University of London, where she studied from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she earned a 2:1 degree in Medieval and Modern History from The University of Birmingham, studying from 2005 to 2008. Her academic background supports her professional focus on international development and informs her work in the sector.
Professional Interests and Focus
Heather Roberts has a strong interest in world affairs and is passionate about developing quality international development programmes. Her professional focus includes harnessing the capabilities of partners to enhance programme effectiveness. This commitment to international development reflects her dedication to improving outcomes for children and communities globally.