Prue Ingram Chief Executive Officer Expand Prue joined Assisi Aid Projects as CEO in June 2020 while Chloe Reynolds is on maternity leave. As CEO, she provides leadership and strategic management of Assisi Aid Projects and oversees the day-to-day operations including the development and delivery of the organisation’s strategic plan, country strategies and annual operational plans. With a background in Speech Pathology, Prue has extensive experience in managing teams and projects in the health, public service and community sectors. Prior to joining Assisi Aid Projects, Prue was CEO for eight years at Interplast Australia & New Zealand, an international development organisation operating across the Asia Pacific Region. Prue has diverse experience in senior leadership, governance, strategic planning, program design and delivery, people and stakeholder management, financial and budget management, donor relationships, and policy and procedure development.
Caroline Gatenby Program Manager Expand Caroline oversees and manages program operations in India and Cambodia. Caroline is an experienced international development, communication, and organisational mentor and strategist; managing and contributing to projects that address economic and gender equity, SDGs, and MDGs with NGOs, UN missions, Red Cross, philanthropic trusts, and foreign governments since 2008. Holding a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Classics, and a Master of Arts, Caroline is currently studying for a Masters of International Development at the University of Melbourne. Caroline is committed to feminist principles, and has an affinity with the women’s empowerment mission of Assisi Aid Projects. Caroline brings a wide range of skills to her role, including: international development; strategic and communication planning; business process improvement; corporate governance; philanthropic giving; executive reporting; capacity development of international teams; editing and technical writing. To contact Caroline: [email protected] or Linkedin
Indira Wijesinghe Finance Manager Expand As the Finance Manager, Indira brings a wealth of experience, skill and knowledge working in the finance and the not-for-profit sectors to Assisi Aid Projects. Indira is an enthusiastic NGO professional possessing more than 20 years experience within accounting and financial management, auditing, taxation, administration, compliance, and human resources. Skilled in developing reports for senior management and donors, summarizing the organizational financial status, and coordinating and preparation of financial forecast and budgets. Indira has experience in working with different cultural contexts in more than 15 different countries. She is a Fellow member of IPA Australia, Association member of CPA, holding a Bachelor of Accountancy and Finance Management (special).
Lucy Nisbet Volunteer Project Officer Expand Lucy has a strong passion for gender equality, education and social empowerment. Recently joining Assisi Aid Projects, Lucy hopes to contribute to the improvement of livelihood for those who benefit from the project. Lucy has a strong interest in the relationship between gender, violence, and religion; how they interact, compare and contrast within a socioeconomic context. Lucy is passionate about sustainable progression and outcomes in the not- for-profit sector, which is why she joined Assisi Aid Projects, as the organisation offers a suitable, sustainable solution for those who face disadvantage in India and Cambodia. Lucy holds a Bachelor of Arts, in Islamic Studies and International Relations from the University of Melbourne and is currently studying Masters of International Relations, Political Violence and Counter Terrorism at Monash University.
Madison Jones Volunteer Project Officer Expand Madi brings her bubbly and enthusiastic nature into the office at Assis Aid Projects. Madi loves the outdoors, enjoying hiking in Australia and Internationally, her favourite hike is four days in the Western Ghats in Kerala, India. Madi is a keen equestrian and enjoys looking back on the progression of her horse and rider partnership. Madi has a special interest in the dynamic relationship between politics and local, social and cultural norms in the international community and wants to work in a capacity which encourages social cohesion and community engagement. Madi was inspired to join Assisi Aid Projects after hearing the foundation story and being blown away by how it epitomises amazing women leading social change. Madi has a global focus in her studies, having completed her International Baccalaureate Diploma, she is currently studying a Bachelor of Global Studies at Monash University.
Rebecca Hough Volunteer Project Officer Expand In February 2019, Rebecca joined the Assisi Aid Projects where she developed a passion for the aims and ethos of the organisation. Rebecca is interested in gender inclusion and disability inclusion, and how the two interact and intersect. Rebecca has a strong interest in research and policy work. Rebecca was initially drawn to organisations mission, of empowering women to gain financial, social and political independence and continues to enjoy working with the like-minded people she has met at Assisi Aid Projects. Rebecca has recently completed a Bachelor of Arts (Human Rights and Sociology).
Isabella Kenne Volunteer Project Officer (Communications) Expand Joining Assisi Aid Projects in June 2019, Isabella has further developed her passion for gender equality through the work of the organisation and has assisted across various tasks with an attentive eye for detail. Isabella has a strong interest in uplifting the voices of those who are powerless and is continuously inspired by the stories of the women whose lives have been transformed by the work of Assisi Aid Projects. Isabella is additionally interested in the intersection and interaction of economic development and women's empowerment. Isabella has recently completed a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Monash University and is currently completing an Honours year.
Chloe Reynolds Chief Executive Officer - currently on maternity leave Expand Chloe is responsible for the operational leadership and strategic management of Assisi Aid Projects. Chloe oversees the day-to-day operations, including the development and delivery of the organisation’s strategic plan, country strategies and annual operational plans. Prior to joining Assisi Aid Projects, Chloe held senior humanitarian roles with Save the Children, leading a team managing $500m of global emergency response awards. Previously Chloe worked with a range of organisations focussed upon women’s empowerment, and brings strong financial and operational skills having started her career with PricewaterhouseCoopers. Chloe is experienced in the design and delivery of projects promoting women’s empowerment, child rights, and combatting social disadvantage, having worked on projects in a variety of contexts including India, Yemen, Bangladesh, China, Mongolia, Myanmar, Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Kenya and Tanzania. Chloe has diverse experience in senior leadership, governance, strategic planning, program design and delivery, people and stakeholder management, financial and budget management, donor relationships and reporting, new business development, capacity building and mentoring, child safeguarding, and policy and procedure development.