Building a Fairer Newham

Welcome Message from Abi Gbago, Chief Executive

Thank you for visiting our microsite and for your interest in this exciting Director for Human Resources & Organisational Development. I am delighted to bring this role to you and together, I know we can bring the right leadership to help Newham thrive.

At Newham, we're not just building a fairer borough; we're shaping a community. Our vibrant and diverse borough is home to over 350,000 residents, each with their unique story. We are the third fastest growing borough in London and over seven in ten residents are from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse communities.

We are a place of ambition and creativity, energy of innovation and aspiration - the beating heart of East London. Having recently started in post, I chose Newham because I wanted to lead a borough that has a significant diverse population, that wants to innovate and do different and exciting things and not only that, I wanted to work for a Mayor and cabinet that’s really passionate and delivers on what they say. Newham gives me all of that, and I am sure it will for you too!

This role is pivotal in our journey to excellence and I am genuinely excited to add to our incredible leadership team. I hope the advertising materials give you a true feel for Newham, and we get the opportunity to bring who we are to life.

I am looking for the Director of HR & Organisational Development to be bold, brave, and ambitious and contribute to our journey in building a fairer Newham. There will be challenges along the way, and we have a lot to do to create truly inclusive services for our diverse communities, and this role will help us develop the climate, conditions and culture for us to be able to do that for Newham’s residents.

There is real energy and a buzz of excitement here at Newham and I promise that you will be able to own and drive your creative and innovative ideas, and we will work hard to support and develop you to realise them. All I ask for in return is you show up for Newham, you are passionate and enthusiastic for Newham’s success, and you demonstrate equality, diversity and inclusion in every breath.

Together, we are going to foster a culture where we get to have plenty of fun along the way – are you up for the challenge?