Uzma Shaheen

Uzma Shaheen is an accomplished Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager at Cranfield Trust since November 2025, where responsibilities include developing strategic relationships and securing funding to enhance support for charities across the nation. Prior experience includes roles at Crisis as Partnerships Manager and at the Asian Woman Festival as National Community Engagement & Outreach Manager. Uzma has also held positions at Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, where roles ranged from Community Fundraising & Volunteer Manager to Trust & Foundation Appeals Manager, and served as an Executive Personal Assistant at Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Trust. Additional experience includes a medical secretarial role at Heart of Birmingham Teaching PCT. Uzma's educational background includes Level 4 Management and Prince 2 project management certifications, alongside a Higher National Diploma in Computer Science & Business Management from South & City College Birmingham.