Scarlett Sturridge

Scarlett Sturridge has a diverse and extensive work experience in the humanitarian and development sector. Scarlett began their career as an intern at Reprieve UK and later worked as an intern at Human Rights Watch, where they conducted research and assisted with media and fundraising activities. Scarlett then joined Transforming A Generation as an Employer Engagement Officer, responsible for proposal writing, management, and logistics of training programs. After that, they worked at Reform Think Tank as an Operations and Events Coordinator, managing operations and supporting research and fundraising activities. Scarlett then moved on to Buikwe Town Council as a Project Coordinator, where they designed, evaluated, and implemented local development projects. Following this, they worked at Developing Markets Associates as a Research Consultant, conducting research on remittances sent from the UK to Somalia. Scarlett then joined the Overseas Development Institute as a Research Consultant for the Humanitarian Policy Group, where they provided research and analytical support for publications on humanitarian practice and architecture. Scarlett then worked at the Department for International Development as a Humanitarian Affairs Officer, responding to disasters and emergencies and providing advisory support. Scarlett later joined The Start Network as a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager, leading M&E and research activities for a DFID funded program. Currently, they are the Impact and Learning Lead for private sector partnerships at Save the Children UK, advising on impact and learning for high-value, multi-country portfolios focusing on various sectors.

Scarlett Sturridge completed their Bachelor's degree in Politics at Durham University from 2007 to 2010. Scarlett then pursued a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Violence, Conflict and Development at SOAS University of London from 2013 to 2014. Prior to their university education, they attended James Allen's Girls' School from 1999 to 2006.