Lydia Baker

Lydia Baker is a seasoned professional in the philanthropic sector, currently serving as Grants Manager at ClientEarth since August 2024. Prior experience includes roles as Philanthropic Partnerships Coordinator and Officer at Global Greengrants Fund from April 2021 to August 2024, and Programme & Impact Officer at Sustainable Hospitality Alliance from November 2019 to April 2021. Additional experience encompasses positions at Business in the Community, focusing on international tourism partnerships, and as Partnerships & Communications Officer at Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor (WSUP), where Lydia contributed to fundraising and communications initiatives. Lydia began their career at MBC Limited as an Administrative Assistant and progressed to funding roles. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science in International Development Studies from the University of Amsterdam and a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from Newcastle University.