INTERNATIONAL disaster relief charity ShelterBox has appointed Roger Yates as Interim Chief Executive, following the departure of Chief Executive Sanj Srikanthan, who stepped down at the end of August after nearly seven years leading the organisation.
Roger will join ShelterBox in October and will lead the charity for approximately six months while the Board of Trustees undertakes the recruitment of a permanent Chief Executive.
He joins ShelterBox from Plan International, where he spent 17 years, most recently as Regional Director for the Middle East, East and Southern Africa.
Roger brings more than 40 years of experience across local and international NGOs and the United Nations, including acting as Head of Emergencies and Conflict at ActionAid and
Speaking on his appointment, Roger Yates said:
“The organisation has a great reputation for supporting people in some of the world’s most challenging humanitarian situations, and I look forward to working with staff, volunteers, supporters and partners to continue delivering that vital mission.”
ShelterBox Chair Claire Goudsmit added:
“We would like to thank Sanj Srikanthan for his passion and commitment over the past seven years. Under his leadership, ShelterBox has evolved significantly, expanding our reach and strengthening our ability to support communities affected by disaster and conflict around the world. The Board wish him every success in his next chapter.”
“As we look to the future, we are delighted to welcome Roger Yates as Interim Chief Executive. Roger brings a wealth of humanitarian leadership experience, and we are confident he will provide strong leadership and continuity while we recruit a permanent Chief Executive.”
ShelterBox provides emergency shelter and other essential items to families who have lost their homes to disaster. The charity recently launched an urgent appeal for families in Nepal after devastating flash floods struck at the end of August, affecting thousands of people.
