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I am a British humanitarian professional based in London with a robust background in humanitarian and international development program management, fundraising and partnerships. I have led complex, multi-country initiatives and built strong donor relationships, translating strategic aims into tangible results. I am passionate about fostering a more sustainable and equitable world. I enjoy sharing knowledge, mentoring teams, and driving impact through clear communications, evidence-based planning, and collaborative problem solving.…I am a British humanitarian professional based in London with a robust background in humanitarian and international development program management, fundraising and partnerships. I have led complex, multi-country initiatives and built strong donor relationships, translating strategic aims into tangible results. I am passionate about fostering a more sustainable and equitable world. I enjoy sharing knowledge, mentoring teams, and driving impact through clear communications, evidence-based planning, and collaborative problem solving.

Joshua Lynes

Project Manager, Community Manager, Game Tester

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I am a British humanitarian professional based in London with a robust background in humanitarian and international development program management, fundraising and partnerships. I have led complex, multi-country initiatives and built strong donor relationships, translating strategic aims into tangible results. I am passionate about fostering a more sustainable and equitable world. I enjoy sharing knowledge, mentoring teams, and driving impact through clear communications, evidence-based planning, and collaborative problem solving.…I am a British humanitarian professional based in London with a robust background in humanitarian and international development program management, fundraising and partnerships. I have led complex, multi-country initiatives and built strong donor relationships, translating strategic aims into tangible results. I am passionate about fostering a more sustainable and equitable world. I enjoy sharing knowledge, mentoring teams, and driving impact through clear communications, evidence-based planning, and collaborative problem solving.

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I am a British humanitarian professional based in London with a robust background in humanitarian and international development program management, fundraising and partnerships. I have led complex, multi-country initiatives and built strong donor relationships, translating strategic aims into tangible results.

I am passionate about fostering a more sustainable and equitable world. I enjoy sharing knowledge, mentoring teams, and driving impact through clear communications, evidence-based planning, and collaborative problem solving.

Skills

Leadership

Copywriting

Data Visualization

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Copywriting

Expert

Data Visualization

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Humanitarian Transformation Officer at Save the Children UK

May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025

80% in the humanitarian transformation team, leading Start Network portfolio governance, and supporting complex multi-country awards and donor engagement. Managed capacity strengthening for country offices, coordinated risk management and financial oversight, and contributed to fundraising and advocacy. Led external communications and rapid coordination during emergencies, including mobilising resources and sustaining partnerships.

Humanitarian Response and Reform Adviser at Save the Children UK

September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025

Co-ordinated humanitarian response efforts and provided humanitarian technical guidance within SCUK. Led development, design, fundraising and management of the Start Digital portfolio to facilitate remittance reform and cash delivery. Built and maintained relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to influence locally led humanitarian action and funding.

Assistant Programme Officer (APO), Middle East at Mercy Corps Europe

January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022

Contributed to high-impact programmes across the Middle East through cross-cutting management, coordination and support to programme teams at HQ and in-country. Managed diverse workstreams, helped prioritise and allocate resources, and supported donor reporting and liaison.

Senior Mentor at The Challenge, National Citizen Service Programme

July 1, 2018 - August 31, 2019

Guided teams of young people to design and deliver social projects and campaigns in local communities. Oversaw mentoring, training sessions and hands-on workshops to develop leadership and social impact among participants.

Fundraising Support Volunteer at British Red Cross (BRC)

June 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020

Provided high-quality administrative, coordination and communications support to Fundraising Managers. Produced engaging proposals and communications materials for diverse audiences to support fundraising efforts.

Emergencies Team Placement at British Red Cross International Directorate (Remote)

June 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020

Conducted frontline research on improving learning from emergency responses. Built and maintained effective working relationships with representatives from other DEC member organizations to seek insights and coordinate responses.

ICS Placement at Y Care International (ICS Placement)

June 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017

Worked with a diverse team on a DfID-funded health-focused project in a post-Ebola context. Coordinated project proposals and reports, and used strong financial management to support delivery.