Lila Stewart-Roberts

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

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About me
Research and Programme Coordinator Assistant, Nature-based Solutions Initiative, University of Oxford
Education
- Ifstal - interdisciplinary food systems teaching and learning
  2022 - 2023
  Trained in systems thinking alongside my master’s to develop the tools to tackle complex challenges cutting across biodiversity, nature recovery and food systems. Applied systems thinking in practice, creating a Theory of Change for reducing food waste. Produced a project on salt reduction in response to a professional brief, working in an interdisciplinary team with a rapid turnaround. Reflected on my personal skills and team roles to be effective in my work, both… Show more Trained in systems thinking alongside my master’s to develop the tools to tackle complex challenges cutting across biodiversity, nature recovery and food systems. Applied systems thinking in practice, creating a Theory of Change for reducing food waste. Produced a project on salt reduction in response to a professional brief, working in an interdisciplinary team with a rapid turnaround. Reflected on my personal skills and team roles to be effective in my work, both independently and in teams. Show less
- University of oxford
  2022 - 2023
  Master of science - msc biodiversity, conservation and management merit
  Activities and Societies: Joint Consultative Committee (JCC) representative, Oxford University Salsa Team Interdisciplinary teaching cutting across policy, management and environmental science, developing 'future leaders in biodiversity, conservation and natural resource management'Thesis: Biodiversity No Gain? Exploring challenges and solutions for biodiversity net gain implementation in EnglandFood Systems Report: A Just Transition to Reduced Ruminant Meat Consumption in the UK (77%)Field Trips: Knepp Rewilding Estate, CEMEX/RSPB partnership site, Tenerife Protected Areas… Show more Interdisciplinary teaching cutting across policy, management and environmental science, developing 'future leaders in biodiversity, conservation and natural resource management'Thesis: Biodiversity No Gain? Exploring challenges and solutions for biodiversity net gain implementation in EnglandFood Systems Report: A Just Transition to Reduced Ruminant Meat Consumption in the UK (77%)Field Trips: Knepp Rewilding Estate, CEMEX/RSPB partnership site, Tenerife Protected Areas and Island BiogeographyModules: Economics of the Environment, Conservation Governance, Conservation Biogeography, Global Change and the Biosphere, Conservation and Society, Biodiversity Responses to Climate Change, Conservation Landscapes, Biodiversity Technologies, Decolonising ConservationElectives: Global Environmental Change and Food Systems; Poverty, Justice and the Environment Show less
- University of bristol
  2019 - 2022
  Bsc biology first class honours
  Activities and Societies: Bristol University Sustainability Team, Salsa Society Final year projects: Practical Project (75%) Habitat translocation: comparing ground-dwelling invertebrate communities with implications for ecosystem recoveryLiterature Review (78%) Tropical agroforestry: balancing biodiversity conservation with economic viabilityField Course (78%) Arthropod diversity and abundance: a comparison between organic and conventional farming systemsSkills include: • Research experience in lab and field• Experimental… Show more Final year projects: Practical Project (75%) Habitat translocation: comparing ground-dwelling invertebrate communities with implications for ecosystem recoveryLiterature Review (78%) Tropical agroforestry: balancing biodiversity conservation with economic viabilityField Course (78%) Arthropod diversity and abundance: a comparison between organic and conventional farming systemsSkills include: • Research experience in lab and field• Experimental design• RStudio for statistical analysis and modelling• Critical analysis and research skills - enabled high academic performance in scientific reports • Science communication - presentations and podcasts Show less
- Truro and penwith college
  2016 - 2018
  A levels biology a*, chemistry a*, maths a*
  AS level French, A
Experience
- Poldhu beach cafe
  Jun 2016 - Apr 2021
  Barista and till
  Provided excellent customer service by using problem-solving to quickly resolve issues. Worked in a small dynamic team in a high pressure environment during the tourist season. Took a position of responsibility and supervised and encouraged members of staff to ensure the cafe ran smoothly.
- University of bristol students' union
  Sept 2020 - Jun 2021
  Course representative for biological sciences
  Elected as representative for Biological Sciences at University of Bristol. Acted as a link between staff and students. Gathered student feedback through surveys and discussions and presented it to School of Biological Sciences' staff. Helped develop effective and realistic solutions. Suggested improvements to the running of the course. Helped to forge relationships between students during the pandemic through organising and running an online social event.
- Fareshare south west
  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
  Database and fundraising assistant
  FareShare Southwest’s mission is to fight hunger by simultaneously tackling food waste; they redistribute surplus food to schools, charities and communities where it is turned into meals for vulnerable people. They played a hugely important role in the pandemic, delivering enough food for 6 million meals within a year. As Database and Fundraising Assistant, I set up a new CRM support their relationships with partners and funders, and facilitate their recent expansion as a charity. • Performed mass data migration and GDPR compliance checks• Configured the database and used different functions to answer questions about the data to inform best fundraising practice• Composed a clear instruction manual to inform other staff members on the database• Worked both remotely and in the office, requiring efficient time management and the ability to work independently Show less
- University of bristol
  Nov 2021 - Jun 2022
  Laboratory research assistant
  Research assistant for research group focussing on disease transmission and social immunity using ant colonies as models. Tasks included:• Processing data from automated behavioural tracking• General experimental set-up tasks
- Nature-based solutions initiative
  Jan 2024 - now
  Research and programme coordinator assistant
  Responsible for research and team coordination and identifying potential opportunities for collaboration for the Initiative. Organising the Nature-based Solutions Conference 2024, updating the NbS Bibliography with current NbS research, and expanding the Case Study platform of best-practice NbS from around the world. Supporting communications, helping to maximise the reach and impact of NbS research through content creation across multiple channels.
Licenses & Certifications
- Doughnut economics
  Doughnut economics action lab (deal)
  Mar 2023
- Sustainable futures
  Futurelearn
  Mar 2021
- Oxford programme in sustainability leadership
  Environmental change institute (eci), university of oxford
  Apr 2023
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Lila Stewart-Roberts
  Biological Sciences Award School of Biological Sciences Nov 2022 Award for the highest programme mark in BSc Biology
- Awarded to Lila Stewart-Roberts
  Bristol PLUS award University of Bristol Feb 2021 Achieved the Bristol PLUS Award by working 70+ hours at my part time job and volunteering as a course representative, alongside my degree. In these roles I took a position of responsibility and worked successfully in teams. As part of the award I completed the 'Sustainable Futures' online course, during which I explored the interdisciplinary nature of sustainability through learning how to approach problems from different perspectives. The process of completing the award enabled… Show more Achieved the Bristol PLUS Award by working 70+ hours at my part time job and volunteering as a course representative, alongside my degree. In these roles I took a position of responsibility and worked successfully in teams. As part of the award I completed the 'Sustainable Futures' online course, during which I explored the interdisciplinary nature of sustainability through learning how to approach problems from different perspectives. The process of completing the award enabled me to reflect on my skillset. By proactively engaging with employability services offered by my university, I gained insight into my career aspirations and how to achieve them. Show less
Volunteer Experience
- Local Food Supply Chain Officer
  Issued by Good Food Oxfordshire on Aug 2023
  Associated with Lila Stewart-Roberts
- Sustainability Network Officer
  Issued by Bristol University Sustainability Team on Jun 2021
  Associated with Lila Stewart-Roberts
- Fairtrade Auditor
  Issued by Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS-UK) on May 2021
  Associated with Lila Stewart-Roberts
- Assistant to Park Rangers, Costa Rica
  Issued by Ministerio de Ambiente y Energía (MINAE), Gobierno de Costa Rica on Mar 2019
  Associated with Lila Stewart-Roberts
- Volunteer Research Assistant - Sea Turtle Conservation
  Issued by Wildlife Sense (sea turtle research and conservation), Kefalonia on Aug 2018
  Associated with Lila Stewart-Roberts
- Foodbank Warehouse Team
  Issued by The Trussell Trust on Nov 2018
  Associated with Lila Stewart-Roberts