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
Owned EMEA Payment Compliance portfolio across 20+ markets, standardizing governance and leading PSD2 launch support. Drove regional strategy, stakeholder engagement, and operational reporting for compliance-critical initiatives.
Program ManagementGovernanceStakeholder EngagementCompliancePSD2AMLRisk ManagementOperational ReportingChange ManagementCross functional LeadershipPortfolio ManagementStrategic PlanningStrategy And OperationsCross Functional PartnershipRegulatory CompliancePaymentsForecastingProgram DeliveryResource PlanningMulti Market ScalingVendor ManagementProcess 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
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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