Keith joins the leadership team at DYW North East following an interim role within the organisation as Business Engagement Officer and brings a wealth of experience spanning education, business development, project management, stakeholder engagement and team leadership. In his new role, Keith will focus on the programme's business engagement, managing a team and working alongside colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across the region.
Prior to joining DYW North East, Keith led the Enterprising Aberdeenshire programme, where he managed a team, developed innovative support services for businesses and delivered projects aligned to regional and national economic priorities. His career has also included leadership roles in education and entrepreneurship, giving him a unique perspective on the skills and opportunities needed to support young people into a successful future.
Jamie Hutcheon, Director of DYW North East, said:
"I am delighted to welcome Keith into the Programme Delivery Manager role. His combination of strategic thinking, employer engagement expertise and passion for supporting people makes him an excellent fit for this position. Keith has a proven track record of leading teams, building strong partnerships and driving innovation, and I am confident he will play a key role in helping us deliver even greater impact for young people, employers and educators across the North East”
Keith Bell added:
"I am excited to take on the role of Programme Delivery Manager and continue my journey with DYW North East. Having already experienced the passion, commitment and ambition of the team, I am looking forward to working even more closely with colleagues, employers and partners to strengthen opportunities for young people across our region. DYW North East has a fantastic reputation for connecting young people, education and business, and I am proud to help shape the next stage of its development and impact."
The appointment comes at an exciting time for DYW North East as the organisation continues to evolve its services and delivery model to maximise impact for young people, educators and employers across the region. Keith's experience in service design, partnership working, business engagement and programme development will support the organisation's ambition as we set out new plans in the coming months ahead.
