Biography: Fiona is the International Development Manager at The Open Data Institute responsible for research design, evaluation and learning covering the ODI’s work supporting developing country governments to unlock the value of open data.

Fiona has a broad background in international development, research and advocacy. She previously worked for a children’s humanitarian organization in Australia, India, the Middle East and Eastern Europe regions. Her role involved coordinating a multi-country advocacy project focused on social accountability and civil society strengthening.

Before joining the ODI in February 2015, Fiona completed a Masters of Public Policy at the University of Oxford. She also holds a BA/LLB from the University of Technology, Sydney.