{"id":559,"date":"2024-07-26T10:15:19","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T10:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uspg-org-uk.stackstaging.com\/?page_id=559"},"modified":"2026-07-23T09:50:02","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T09:50:02","slug":"staff-team","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uspg.org.uk\/fr\/our-people\/staff-team\/","title":{"rendered":"Staff Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Senior Leadership Team<\/h2>\n <\/header>\n
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\n The Revd Canon Dr Duncan Dormor<\/span>\n General Secretary<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

Duncan assumed the role of General Secretary at USPG in January 2018. An Anglican priest, published author, teacher, and public speaker, he brings extensive experience from his tenure at St John\u2019s College, Cambridge, where he served as Dean of Chapel and President. Duncan holds degrees in Human Sciences, Theology, and Demography and is a member of Churches Together in Britain and Ireland\u2019s Mission and Theological Advisory Group. In late 2024, Duncan was installed as Canon Theologian of Portsmouth Cathedral.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Vijay Christian<\/span>\n Deputy\u00a0General\u00a0Secretary<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

Vijay values how his work with churches worldwide has deepened his Christian faith. With over 20 years of experience in the charity sector, including roles at the UK Faith and Belief Forum and the Gujarat Tract & Book Society, he brings expertise to his role as Deputy\u00a0General\u00a0Secretary.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n The Revd Canon Dr Peniel Rajkumar<\/span>\n Theologian and Director of Global Mission<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

Peniel previously served as Programme Coordinator for Interreligious Dialogue and Cooperation at the World Council of Churches in Geneva, contributing significantly to understanding mission and interfaith dialogues. With experience in Anglican theologies and a background in ordained ministry and academia, including a PhD in Applied Theology, Peniel brings valuable insights to USPG. Peniel is also Canon Theologian for York Minster and Worcester Cathedral.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Atim Henshaw<\/span>\n Director of Communications, Engagement and Fundraising<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

Atim brings a decade of experience from various INGOs having worked in communications, fundraising, and marketing roles. As CEF Director, Atim leads a team spanning Communications, Engagement, and Fundraising and aims to raise USPG\u2019s profile.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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Global Mission Team<\/h2>\n <\/header>\n
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\n Fran Mate<\/span>\n Senior Regional Manager for Africa<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

Prior to USPG, Fran held senior management roles in Africa, South and Central Asia, the Caribbean and Eastern Europe, alongside teaching experience in Africa and at the London School of Economics (LSE). With a background in sociology, geography, Christian studies, MSc in Development Management (University of Birmingham) and MSc in Social policy research (LSE). Fran specialises in church ministry, governance, management, and social policy planning. Fran is responsible for strengthening USPG\u2019s relationship with global Anglican Church partners in Africa, putting the goal of mutual transformational mission at the heart of the encounter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n The Revd Davidson Solanki<\/span>\n Senior Regional Manager for Asia and the Middle East<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

Over the past 24 years, Davidson has dedicated himself to humanitarian development work and peace-building, with experience spanning World Vision India and Tearfund UK. In his role at USPG, he focuses on strengthening relationships with global Anglican Church partners, prioritising mutual transformational mission. He is ordained as a Minister in the Church of England and brings a diverse educational background in Mechanical Engineering, Sociology, Peace & Conflict Resolution, and Theology to his role.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Carol Miller<\/span>\n Regional Manager for Britian, Ireland & Europe<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

With a varied professional background, Carol brings valuable experience to her role. She is passionate about building relationships and supporting churches.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Dr Jo Sadgrove<\/span>\n Research & Learning Advisor<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

Jo, who first joined USPG as a programme evaluator, now leads our research efforts. Her research spans various topics, from community health engagement in Africa to human trafficking and the Sustainable Development Goals. Since 2019, in collaboration with the University of Leeds, we\u2019ve delved into our archives and history as an entity of the British Empire and addressed human rights issues. Jo\u2019s background includes academia, with a focus on geography and gender dynamics within the Anglican Communion. She currently serves as a visiting fellow at the University of Leeds and as a trustee of the Leeds Church Institute.<\/p>\n