James Haigh

Musician & Communications Lead | Stakeholder Engagement, Community Support

United Kingdom

About

With over a decade of professional experience, I am dedicated to inclusive communication and building strong support networks.

Experience

  • Musician & Communications Lead at Independent
    Jul 2015 - Present · 11 yrs

  • Autism Support Group Co-lead at SKY Autism Support
    Oct 2024 - Jul 2025 · 10 mos

    * Co-led an inclusive community support programme for individuals with autism and their families. * Coordinated support and programme delivery, ensuring activities were accessible and responsive to community needs. * Promoted safeguarding awareness, confidentiality, and inclusive communication across all activities. * Worked collaboratively with volunteers to strengthen support networks and improve accessibility within the programme.

  • Academic Representative at Regents Theological College
    Oct 2022 - Jan 2025 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    * Held a representative governance role within a UK theological education charity, contributing to institutional discussions alongside senior staff. * Participated in governance processes supporting organisational strategy, accountability, and module development. * Gathered and synthesised insight from students and staff to inform institutional decision-making and programme review. * Contributed to policy discussions and organisational development initiatives designed to strengthen transparency and collaboration.

  • Youth and Young Adults Leader at ELIM
    Apr 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

    * Led engagement initiatives designed to increase participation among young people. * Managed organisational budgets supporting programme delivery, ensuring responsible financial oversight and effective allocation of resources. * Coordinated volunteers and managed logistics, including venue communication and programme scheduling. This role required a flexible approach, for example, adapting plans when venue arrangements changed.