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Rebecca Jess Communications and Marketing Manager

Rebecca Jess

Communications & Marketing Manager

Rebecca is our Communications and Marketing Manager and a passionate storyteller who shares the meaningful stories of our heart families. She leads our digital content, campaigns, and communications, capturing the real moments and voices that show the heartbeat of our charity. Outside of work, she enjoys swimming, paddle boarding, watching musicals, and petting any dog she can find.

Jenna Robinson

Community & Events Fundraiser

Jenna is our Community and Events Fundraiser, dedicated to organising our own fundraising events and supporting our incredible community fundraisers.

She’s here to answer your questions, provide helpful resources, and cheer you on every step of the way. Whether you’re planning to take on a challenge, host a tea party, or bring your own unique fundraising idea to life, Jenna is excited to support you and hear all about it!

Victoria Jackson

Fundraising Administrator

Victoria joined Children’s Heartbeat Trust as our Fundraising Administrator in September 2022, bringing over a decade of experience in the charity sector.

As Fundraising Administrator, Victoria provides essential support across all fundraising activities, ensuring smooth coordination, accurate record-keeping, and excellent supporter care.

Joan Aiken

Research, Impact and Public Affairs Manager

Joan is our Research, Impact and Public Affairs Manager, particularly for the Congenital Heart Disease Intervention Programme (CHIP) III. Her research will focus on emerging adults and form part of an internationally recognised longitudinal study into congenital heart disease and neurodevelopment. Joan’s research aims to inform interventions to optimise neuropsychological outcomes, and hence quality of life, for individuals with CHD.

Alison Crawford

Office Manager

Alison looks after our office and coordinates our respite caravans. If you call the CHT offices, it’s usually Alison you end up talking to. With a passion for providing practical support to heart families, Alison plays a key role in ensuring smooth operations and coordinating vital family services.

Lynn Cowan

Fundraising Manager

As Fundraising Manager, Lynn oversees all aspects of the charity’s fundraising efforts, working to secure vital income and support from individuals, volunteers, and corporate partners.

With nearly a decade of experience at Children’s Heartbeat Trust, she brings a wealth of knowledge, dedication, and passion to every campaign, ensuring our mission continues to grow