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Ayan Said

Ayan Said

London

Summary

I am a dynamic professional accelerating social impact across sectors by using creativity and curiosity to promote systemic and sustainable practices. I am passionate about facilitating transformative shifts in mindsets across various settings. With a strong background in systems thinking and human-centric design processes, I bring a unique perspective to solving complex challenges. I develop and deliver innovative solutions tailored to key business objectives. Client-focused with excellent relationship-building skills for constructive negotiations and communications. Confident activator, enabling programme success through multidisciplinary team coordination.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

ESG Program Manager

Duke Corporate Education
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Strategic planning and integration, stakeholder engagement and creative design (contract-private sector)
  • Leadership Development and DEI services
  • Led strategic planning and integration of ESG initiatives, aligning corporate sustainability with business objectives
  • Developed expertise in ESG reporting standards (GRI, SASB, TCFD) and effectively managed ESG-related risks
  • Led, educated, and supported cross-functional teams, facilitated stakeholder engagement, and designed impact driven events for 4000 stakeholders
  • Aligned corporate strategy with ESG goals, fostering a culture of sustainability within the organisation
  • Drove sustainable change and strategic decision-making through tailored communication.

Education Project Manager

East London Business Alliance
04.2022 - 12.2022
  • Community engagement, project management, and innovative social impact lead- (contract-third sector)
  • Successfully connected corporate leaders with marginalised youth in STEAM and FinTech sectors
  • Designed and delivered projects that empowered youth leaders and fostered collaboration with executives
  • Led community engagement, stakeholder management, and innovative solutions for positive social impact through the private sector
  • Enabled businesses to effectively connect with and support disadvantaged communities by exchanging knowledge, sharing stories, and mobilising intergenerational collaboration.

Founder | Director

Voicing Voices
07.2020 - 03.2022
  • Founded and directed a start-up platform focused on addressing pressing social challenges and driving sustainable impact
  • Applied systems thinking to navigate complex cultural dynamics and addressed systemic barriers with multiple governing bodies
  • Developed and implemented intersectional strategies, fostering effective collaboration with stakeholders
  • Tailored approaches to meet diverse organisational needs, resulting in improved employee engagement, equitable outcomes and change in practices.
  • Resolved problems using creativity, improved operations with limited resources and developed innovative solutions.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Liaised with management to gather and assess strategy.
  • Liaised with management to gather insights, and identify risks, gaps and hindrances to successful outcomes.
  • Anticipated and detected resistance to change to develop strategies to motivate employees.
  • Designed communication and training plans to deliver the smooth implementation of the strategy.
  • Assessed impact of planned organisational change to gauge potential effects on ongoing business operations.
  • Evaluated user readiness to achieve strategic alignment and agility.

Sciences Teacher and Student Leadership Coordinator

Qatar Foundation, IB, DP
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Taught science subjects biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental sciences
  • Coordinated student leadership initiatives across Qatar Foundation ecosystem
  • Activated faculty, staff, and community partners to ensure successful project execution
  • Managed logistics, timelines, and budgets to optimise resource allocation
  • Fostered a sense of ownership and empowerment among students through active engagement in decision-making processes.

Langdon Park Community School
07.2016 - 07.2018
  • Inspired and engaged young minds through teaching, integrating STEM education and global perspectives
  • Developed critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills in students
  • Nurtured well-rounded individuals prepared for the challenges of the modern workforce
  • Promoted inclusivity and social justice, empowering students from diverse backgrounds to thrive beyond.

Education

Master of Arts - Gender, Education, International Development

University College London
London
09.2016 - 09.2018

Certificate of Higher Education - Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE)

University of East London
London
09.2015 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - BSc Hons Biomedical Sciences

University of East London
London
09.2010 - 07.2014

Skills


  • Systems Thinking: Applying holistic approaches to problem-solving and strategy development
  • Intersectional Analysis: Identifying and addressing the interconnected dimensions of social impact
  • ESG Strategy: Developing and implementing sustainable strategies aligned with global standards
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitating meaningful dialogue and building strong relationships
  • Creative Problem-Solving: Applying innovative approaches to overcome challenges and drive impact
  • Project Management: Successfully leading and delivering complex projects on time and within budget
  • Inclusive Leadership: Promoting behavioural change in diversity, equity, and inclusion to shift mindsets
  • Training and Education: Designing and delivering transformative learning experiences
  • Cultural Competence: Navigating diverse cultural contexts and fostering cross-cultural collaboration
  • Multimedia Facilitation: Creating inclusive spaces for dialogue, collaboration, and decision-making


Accomplishments

  • Ambassador- One Young World
  • Delegate- UN Women UK
  • Fellow - Royal Society of Arts
  • Alumni- Hatch Enterprise
  • Enterprise Program Graduate- Princes Trust
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  • Classification: Confidential

Affiliations

Member - Wading Herons Member- Women in Mining UK Youth Advocate - Education Above All Steering Committee Member - Mind Poet- UNESCO

Additional Information

  • Personal Profile
  • - UK

Languages

English
Native
Somali
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner

Timeline

ESG Program Manager

Duke Corporate Education
01.2023 - 07.2023

Education Project Manager

East London Business Alliance
04.2022 - 12.2022

Founder | Director

Voicing Voices
07.2020 - 03.2022

Sciences Teacher and Student Leadership Coordinator

Qatar Foundation, IB, DP
08.2018 - 08.2020

Master of Arts - Gender, Education, International Development

University College London
09.2016 - 09.2018

Langdon Park Community School
07.2016 - 07.2018

Certificate of Higher Education - Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE)

University of East London
09.2015 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - BSc Hons Biomedical Sciences

University of East London
09.2010 - 07.2014

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