Mission-driven Program and Operations leader focused on turning ambitious goals into real-world impact. I bring experience leading complex portfolios across 20+ markets, aligning diverse stakeholders and translating strategy into execution. I’m particularly drawn to organisations tackling social, development and global challenges.
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Sashe dos Santos
@sashedossantos
Mission-driven Program & Operations leader turning strategy into scalable impact across complex, global and cross-functional environments.
SingaporeWhat I'm looking for
Senior Program & Operations leader with experience leading complex portfolios across 20+ markets at Uber. Skilled in strategy, cross-functional delivery, governance and stakeholder management. I’m looking to bring my global experience to mission-driven organisations tackling social, development and global challenges.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Led EMEA Payment Compliance programs across 20+ markets, translating regulatory requirements into scalable operations and governance. Owned portfolio planning, forecasting and resource modelling, aligning leadership and cross-functional teams across Compliance, Product, Engineering, Analytics and Operations. Led multi-market regulatory delivery including PSD2.
Program ManagementGovernanceStakeholder EngagementComplianceAMLRisk ManagementOperational ReportingChange ManagementCross functional LeadershipPortfolio ManagementStrategic PlanningStrategy And OperationsCross Functional PartnershipRegulatory ComplianceForecastingProgram DeliveryResource PlanningMulti Market ScalingProcess ImprovementGovernance and Risk Management
Investigated financial crime and compliance risk within a fast-growing European fintech, assessing complex cases and supporting risk-based decision-making. Worked in a highly regulated, technology-led environment that strengthened my experience in structured analysis, risk assessment and operational compliance.
Delivered multi-country integrity, reputational and market-entry risk analysis across Sub-Saharan Africa, helping global organisations navigate complex political, regulatory and operating environments. Conducted in-depth research and translated complex regional issues into practical insights to support client decision-making.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Johannesburg
Master of Arts, Politics
Grade: Distinction
Master of Arts in Politics with Distinction.
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), International Relations
Grade: Distinction
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in International Relations with Distinction.
UJ
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Arts, Politics, Philosophy and Economics
2010 - 2012
Grade: Pass
Activities and societies: Tutoring
Bachelor of Arts in Politics, Philosophy and Economics.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
SingaporeAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
150k-220k USD
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