The Australian Academy of Science and the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering have appointed Dr Wafa El-Adhami to lead their Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Initiative.
With a research background in molecular biology and microbiology, Dr El-Adhami has held a number of senior management positions in the Australian Government, including the Department of Health and Ageing, the Office of Chemical Safety and the Occupational Health and Safety Commission. More recently she has worked internationally as a consultant specialising in health policy, regulation and clinical solutions.
Academy of Science President, Professor Andrew Holmes said: "Dr El-Adhami’s project management skills and proven track record of delivering outcomes within a complex environment of government, community and industry stakeholders makes her an ideal appointment as the Executive Director of SAGE."
Academy of Technology and Engineering President, Professor Peter Gray welcomed the appointment of Dr El-Adhami noting she “brings a wealth of highly relevant expertise to the implementation of the SAGE Pilot of Athena SWAN in Australia, including well developed skills in policy and regulatory reform, data and performance management, stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, and governance.”
See the full media release announcing Dr El-Adhami’s appointment
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