Strategic Projects Office
We support the implementation of Strategic Projects. We bring people together to build exceptional change and project management practices.
We are working to transform Projects and Programmes that deliver our University Strategy through:
- collaborative working, by bringing together all levels and functions of the organisation ensuring selection of the right projects and programmes to deliver the University Strategy
- providing clarity in tools, processes and governance using best practices to support doing things the right way
- a solution-focused approach that delivers benefit and results
We provide information and support to the Senior Management Team in:
- oversight and prioritization of Strategic initiatives
- managing projects, resources and risks
- monitoring progress and benefits
We help University staff by providing:
- a resource hub for best practice working
- advice and guidance
- opportunities for peer support and learning
SPO Leadership and Central Support
- Sharon Street, Director of SPO
- Laura Clapp, Deputy Director Portfolio Management
- Dragana Houston, Deputy Director Strategic Change
- Katherine Binks, Senior Programme Manager
- Laura Lees, Administrator
SPO Delivery Team
- Sian Creagh-Osborne, Project Manager
- Sarah Ibbitson, Project Manager
- Mark Donovan, Business Analyst
- Phillippa Lowton, Change Manager
- Emily Woo, Finance Controller
Project Funded Delivery Team
- Lucy Allen, Curriculum Transformation Project Manager
- Stuart Redhead, Inspera/Digital Assessments Project Manager