David Groves

David Groves is an experienced professional currently serving as the Senior Programmes and Grants Manager at Laureus since July 2022, where responsibilities include managing impactful programmes across Europe and Latin America and providing expertise in financial oversight and capacity-building for global partners. Prior experience includes working as a Project Finance and Risk Advisor at Sightsavers, focusing on financial reporting for disability inclusion projects, and a Project/Programme Officer at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, where logistical management and budget oversight were key responsibilities. David has also held various roles in research, translation, and logistics across organizations such as streetfootballworld, Ipsos, and Kick4Life, demonstrating a strong commitment to social change through sport and educational engagement. David holds a BA (Hons) degree in History and Philosophy from the University of Southampton.