Yucca directs the Programme Management Office and has been in Crown Agents for over four years, previously as the Head of Business Improvement.

With over 12 years’ experience of working with public and private sector clients, as well as non-governmental organisations, she focusses on driving business improvement and delivering sustainable results through effective change management and programme delivery. Yucca is passionate about combining private sector agility with a social impact ethos to deliver high quality, adaptive and inclusive programming, to ensure long term sustainability and leaving no one behind.

Yucca’s practical experience is complemented by an MA in Conflict, Security and Development from Kings College London and a BA in International Relations from the University of Sussex, as well as qualifications in programme management including PRINCE2.

When she is not in the office, she loves travelling and exploring the great outdoors, and can often be found planning a hiking trip.