Professional Services (PS)

Dan has worked for the University of Manchester since early 2019, including previously working as an Administration Assistant for HCRI for 3 years before becoming department administrator for Geography in 2022. Dan has returned to HCRI as Institute Administrator to work with the Head of Institute Operations and Partnerships to manage and coordinate the operations of the HCRI Office and to ensure efficient and effective support to the Directors of HCRI and their areas of work. Dan Graduated from LJMU in 2012 with a BA in Drama.

Andrew supports HCRI's events programme, such as public lectures, research seminars and our flagship Careers in Humanitarianism Day, as well as international field trips and communications. Prior to joining us, Andrew worked for the Nobel Prize-winning Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs, an NGO that promotes nuclear arms control and disarmament. His academic background includes an MA in Security & War (International Relations) from Lancaster University.

Silvia offers administrative support to the Executive Director, financial administration for HCRI and RIAH administration at the Institute. She worked at The University of Hong Kong and The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts for several years before she joined the HCRI. She has a BSc in Tourism Management and Higher Diploma in M.I.C.E. Planning and Management.