Amrita Devaiah FRSA

Senior Leader | Organisational Strategy, Partnerships and Impact | Trustee

Brighton, England, United Kingdom

About

A senior leader with two decades experience leading complex organisations across the public, charity, youth and education sectors, with a strong track record in organisational strategy, income generation, partnership building and people leadership. My work has focused on operating at the intersection of place, communities and institutions - bringing together public bodies, funders, businesses and voluntary organisations to deliver long-term social impact. I am experienced in working closely with Boards and Trustees, stewarding reputation and risk, and leading teams through growth, reform and uncertainty. I am known for calm, values-led leadership, strong judgement and an ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders. I bring particular strength in communications and engagement, understanding how clarity, credibility and good storytelling underpin effective leadership, fundraising and organisational confidence. Alongside my executive roles, I am a trustee of several charities and am motivated by philanthropy that is place-based, evidence-led and rooted in strong local organisations. I care deeply about equity, social mobility and creating environments where people and communities can thrive. I am interested in leadership roles that combine purpose with accountability, ambition with stewardship, and strategy with practical delivery, particularly where place, partnership and long-term impact matter.

Experience

  • Cabinet Office (7 yrs 10 mos)
    • Deputy Director Civil Service Communication and Cabinet Office Internal Communication and Engagement
      Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

    • Head of Civil Service Comms and Cabinet Office Internal Comms External Affairs and Engagement
      Aug 2022 - Apr 2024 · 1 yr 9 mos

    • Head of Cabinet Office External Affairs & Ministerial Engagement
      Nov 2019 - Aug 2022 · 2 yrs 10 mos

  • NCS - National Citizen Service Trust (London, United Kingdom)
    • Head of Events, Partnerships and Engagement
      Apr 2017 - Sep 2018 · 1 yr 6 mos

    • Events and Conference Manager
      Aug 2015 - Apr 2017 · 1 yr 9 mos

  • Engagement and Alumni Lead at Young Enterprise UK
    Jan 2015 - Aug 2015 · 8 mos

  • Head of Student Activities and Community Development at University of West London Students' Union
    Jul 2013 - Dec 2014 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Events Project Manager at National Union of Students (UK)
    May 2010 - Jul 2013 · 3 yrs 3 mos