Samantha Davis
About Samantha Davis
Samantha Davis serves as the Head of Regions at Save the Children UK, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Master's degree in Human Resources Management and Services and has extensive experience in capacity building and people development.
Current Role at Save the Children
Samantha Davis serves as the Head of Regions at Save the Children UK, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is based in London, England, and focuses on enhancing regional entities to serve as primary centers of expertise and capacity. Her work supports stronger local and national ownership within the organization. She collaborates with key stakeholders to ensure that regional capacity building agendas align with the broader global Academy strategy.
Previous Experience at Save the Children
Before her current role, Samantha Davis worked at Save the Children UK in various capacities. From 2006 to 2015, she was the Global People Development Manager, where she contributed to global initiatives for nearly a decade. Following this, she served as the Head of Capacity Building from 2015 to 2020, focusing on developing and implementing capacity-building strategies within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Davis holds a Master's degree in Human Resources Management and Services from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. She also achieved a Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching from Roffey Park Institute. Her educational background equips her with the skills necessary to lead and develop effective people management strategies within international organizations.
Strategic Contributions to Save the Children
During her tenure at Save the Children, Samantha Davis developed the strategic vision for the Academy's hybrid regional capacity strengthening model. This initiative aimed to enhance the organization's ability to deliver effective training and support across various regions, thereby improving overall operational capacity.