Our UK team
A career with Women for Women International means working alongside a dynamic, ambitious and passionate team in the UK, US, Germany and our country offices.
Executive Team
Sara Bowcutt
subtitle: Managing Director
I love the phrase 'Empowered women, empower women' – and I think that Women for Women International’s work encompasses this. That’s what inspires me to do my job.
Sara Rottensteiner
subtitle: Global Governance Coordinator
I feel inspired and grateful to be part of an organisation where we celebrate kindness and compassion worldwide and recognise the value of change from within.
Finance, People, Capability, Culture and Operations
Beverley Stewart
subtitle: Head of People, Capability, Culture & Operations
I am inspired every day by my colleagues' inspiration and dedication to the holistic approach of bringing about change and transforming women and their family's lives.
Selina Uddin
subtitle: Head of Finance
I believe that every woman should have the confidence and empowerment to embrace their full potential and fly high! I am delighted to be working with such an incredible team.
Murad Niazi
subtitle: Finance Officer
Witnessing the transformative impact of women's rights initiatives in different countries inspired me to join Women for Women International.
Safeguarding and security
James Davis
subtitle: Director of Safeguarding and Security
I am inspired by the bravery of the women we serve around the world, so helping Women for Women International in their mission is an eminently satisfying endeavour.
Marketing and Communications
Laurence Greening
subtitle: Head of Marketing & Communications
I am constantly inspired by the incredible stories of strength and perseverance of the women we work with. I also strongly believe that it’s important for men to play a part in achieving equality.
Aleks Michalik
subtitle: Digital Communications & Marketing Lead
I love working with Women for Women International– UK because I know everything we do has a positive impact on the women survivors of war, their families and whole communities.
Deetza Elf
subtitle: Fundraising & Global Communications Manager
I feel proud and inspired to work for an organisation that champions women’s immeasurable potential to change their lives and world.
Katy Cottrell
subtitle: Digital Communications & Marketing Officer
I am proud to be part of an organisation that empowers women and creates real, positive change in the world.
Rose Mustakova-Possardt
subtitle: Fundraising & Communications Officer
I’m proud to work at an organisation that is committed to helping women unlock their potential and become the protagonists of their own lives.
Daisy Bessell
subtitle: Fundraising & Marketing Officer
I’m constantly inspired by the strength of the women we serve every day, and working for an organisation that invests in their futures and journeys of empowerment is a true privilege.
Corporate & Philanthropy
Elisabeth Phillips
subtitle: Director of Global Corporate Partnerships & UK Philanthropy
I believe that an investment in a woman’s future is an investment in an entire community. It is a privilege to work for an organisation that shines a spotlight on the issues.
Abbi Last
subtitle: Corporate Partnerships Development Manager
Hearing about the achievements of the women we serve and seeing my colleagues working to create a more equal and peaceful world makes me proud to be a part of the sisterhood!
Julia Vieyres
subtitle: Corporate Partnerships Development Manager
The incredible resilience of women in conflict-affected states motivates me to work together with Women for Women International’s global team to create tangible change.
Negar Sharafi
subtitle: Philanthropy & Special Events Manager
I am inspired by the enthusiasm of my colleagues and their dedication to creating real change in the world, as well as the strength and resilience of the women we serve in our programmes.
Phoebe Haddon
subtitle: Philanthropy & Special Events Officer
I am proud to be part of a team that accomplishes such transformative work in empowering women and promoting gender equality worldwide.
Business Development team
Jemma Bristow
subtitle: Director, Global Grants Management
Having witnessed first-hand the needs of women in conflict-affected states while living in South Sudan, I am excited by Women for Women International's holistic approach to empowering communities, especially women, to make sustainable change.
Katherine Hughes
subtitle: Interim Manager, Global Partnerships
The enthusiasm and dedication of my colleagues as well as the achievements of the women in communities around the world is a fantastic motivation for me every day.
Policy and Advocacy Team
Stephanie Siddall
subtitle: Head of Global Policy and Advocacy
I’m inspired by the stories of strength, dedication and leadership that I hear from the women we serve around the world – including those who, despite the immense challenges they face, use their voices to become advocates for change in their communities.
Anna Jarrett Rawlence
subtitle: Senior Global Policy and Advocacy Officer
The strength of women advocating for their collective rights across conflict-affected countries inspires me. I'm driven by the change that Women for Women International advocates for, to ensure that marginalised women are heard at all levels of decision-making.