Deren Phillips

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ABOUT DEREN PHILLIPS

I am a Project and Partnerships Leader with proven experience in delivering complex projects and building strategic stakeholder relationships that drive organisational growth and social impact. With a background across higher education, public sector, and charities, I specialise in turning strategy into action—designing frameworks, managing the full project lifecycle, and creating long-term value for organisations and communities.Key strengths include-Project Management: PRINCE2 certified, skilled in planning, risk management, budgeting, and reporting, ensuring delivery on time and within scope-Partnership Development: Expertise in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic alliances, creating sustainable partnerships across local, national, and international contexts-Leadership & Delivery: Experienced in leading diverse teams, managing multi-region programmes, and delivering high-impact events and campaigns that strengthen engagement and visibility-Impact & Growth: Skilled in fundraising, resource mobilisation, and KPI-driven evaluation, securing investment and demonstrating measurable results.What sets me apart is my ability to bridge strategic vision and operational delivery. Whether overseeing high-value projects or cultivating international partnerships, I ensure initiatives are inclusive, sustainable, and outcome-focused.I am motivated by opportunities to contribute to organisations where project delivery excellence and partnership growth are central to success, and I thrive in environments that demand collaboration, innovation, and measurable impact.