Amy Leach
About Amy Leach
Amy Leach serves as the Communications Manager for the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data at the United Nations Foundation and has been a Trustee at Education Partnerships Africa since 2021. She has extensive experience in strategic communications for international development, having worked with various organizations including the Overseas Development Institute and Crown Agents.
Work at United Nations Foundation
Amy Leach serves as the Communications Manager for the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data at the United Nations Foundation. She has held this position since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing strategic communications that support global partnerships aimed at advancing sustainable development goals. Her work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance communication efforts related to sustainable development initiatives.
Current Role at Education Partnerships Africa
Since 2021, Amy Leach has been a Trustee at Education Partnerships Africa. In this capacity, she contributes to the organization's mission by providing oversight and guidance on strategic initiatives. Her involvement reflects her commitment to improving educational opportunities and outcomes in Africa, aligning with her broader focus on sustainable development and international cooperation.
Previous Experience in Communications
Amy Leach has a diverse background in communications within the international development sector. She worked at Crown Agents as a Communications Officer in 2018 and later as Acting Communications Lead for a brief period. From 2019 to 2021, she served as Senior Communications Officer at the Overseas Development Institute in London. Her roles have included crafting communication strategies and managing external relations, particularly in global health initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Amy Leach earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in Human, Social and Political Sciences, focusing on Politics and International Relations, from the University of Cambridge between 2013 and 2016. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in managing communications for international development initiatives. She possesses skills in strategic communications, particularly for non-profit organizations, and has experience in external relations.
Early Career and Internships
Amy Leach began her career with various internships and roles that contributed to her professional development. In 2016, she interned at the World Health Organization as part of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. She also gained experience at Stand Agency as an intern and worked as a Tutor at Ivy Russell. These early experiences helped shape her understanding of communications in the context of global health and development.