Kjersti Lillebø holds extensive experience in leadership and research within cultural and educational institutions. Currently serving as Seksjonsleder Formidling og kompetanse at Save the Children Norway since August 2022, Lillebø previously held the position of Head of Department at MiA - Museene i Akershus, overseeing a cluster focused on diversity, sustainability, and urbanization. Additionally, Lillebø has experience in communication and project management within MiA, and conducted research on migration and identity at the National Institute for Consumer Research (SIFO). Early career roles included research assistant positions at the University of Oslo and Oslo School of Architecture and Design, complemented by a solid educational foundation in social anthropology from the University of Oslo and The Johns Hopkins University.