Our people

Sarah Kramer

Chief Operating and Development Officer

Sarah is a seasoned executive with a successful track record of leading transformation across complex enterprises in Canada, USA, Asia and Africa.

As COO at Plan International Canada, Sarah established and is responsible for ensuring successful execution of the transformational 5-year strategy and execution plan – 20 Million Reasons – with a focus on growth and innovation. Sarah oversees the effective management of Plan’s resources – finance, technology, data, and human resources, ensuring our donors’ funds are put to the most effective use in delivering impact to children worldwide.

Tanjina Mirza

Chief Programs Officer

Tanjina Mirza is a strategic leader in international development who currently leads the design, implementation and creation of innovative solutions in improving international development and humanitarian response program quality and effectiveness around the world.

Tanjina is a medical doctor with masters degree in community health and a PhD degree in demography. During her years of work in the international development sector, Tanjina has worked for research institutes, NGOs, and as a consultant for UN agencies in various countries around the world. She enjoyed teaching in many universities and has traveled to over 40 countries in Asia, Africa, Central and South America. Poverty alleviation in international development is not just a job for her; it is her passion and commitment.

CAMERON CRAIG

Chief Financial Officer

Cameron Craig has been with Plan International Canada since October 2016. In his role as Vice President of Finance, he is responsible for the development of the organization’s financial management strategy.

Cameron has more than 15 years of experience leading finance teams in highly complex business environments with worldwide footprints.

As the finance leader of the organization, Cameron plays a key role in strategic and business transformation initiatives in support of the organization’s mission and maximizing our impact while ensuring internal controls are in place to adequately safeguard the company's assets and financial health through strategic and operational management.

Dena Allen

Vice President, Communications & Public Engagement

Dena is a seasoned communications professional with more than 18 years of experience in Canada, Asia and southern Africa. She brings a broad base of senior communications leadership experience as well as a specialization in public relations, advocacy, brand and corporate communications, and a deep knowledge of the international development and human rights sector.

In her role, she is responsible for fueling public engagement with Plan International Canada’s work and igniting a movement across Canada that unleashes the multiplying power of girls to end child inequality.

Dena’s professional experience includes nearly a decade of working with both Plan International Asia and Plan International Canada, as well as roles with the Munk School of Global Affairs at the University of Toronto, Canadian Red Cross, Canadian Cancer Society, and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education. Dena has a post-graduate certificate in advanced strategic leadership, a master’s degree in international and intercultural communications, and a bachelor’s degree in journalism. An avid traveller, she has explored more than 35 countries around the globe.

Nadine Grant

Vice President, International Programs and Business Development

Nadine leads the Business Development, Humanitarian and Health teams at Plan International Canada. Her career in international development spans 30 years, several continents, and multiple sectors. A passionate advocate for child rights, Nadine has served as a senior leader and consultant for the United Nations Development Fund, the World Bank, Save the Children Canada, CARE and Aga Khan Foundation Canada. She has served in long term postings in Madagascar, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Papua New Guinea, Republic of Congo, East Timor and India.

Since joining Plan International Canada in 2009, Nadine has built a highly successful team of business development and technical experts resulting in double digit annual growth and acquisition of $400 million in grants. A strong believer in the value of multi-stakeholder approaches to complex development issues, she has built innovative cross sector partnerships in some of the most challenging environments. Nadine has also been instrumental in building the gender equality team and is a champion of girls’ rights, gender equality and male engagement.

Altaz Hemani

Vice President, Information Technology

Altaz Hemani is a technology leader with a focus on driving business success. In his role as VP, Information & Technology, he collaborates with executive leadership, colleagues and industry partners to define and execute a multi-year technology and data strategy focused on growth and sustainability. His work also enables Plan International Canada’s digital workplace to improve efficiency, security and stability.

Altaz came to Plan International Canada in 2017 with a track record of success leading complex and transformational business-first technology and digital programs in a wide range of industries, including retail, banking, and health care.

Jason Matta

Vice President, Donor Marketing

Jason Matta leads a dynamic team of more than 70 full-time and part-time staff responsible for acquiring, renewing, and upgrading donors. He directs the full scope of fundraising activities in donor marketing, including multi-channel fundraising, donor fulfilment (operations and call centre), and the successful “Gifts of Hope” catalogue.

Jason has 15 years of not-for-profit fundraising experience, with a track record of leading high performance teams to growth. He has worked in senior marketing roles since 2010 and is passionate about engaging Canadians on behalf of the world’s most vulnerable children.

Brendan Schulz

Vice President, Talent & Culture

Brendan leads the Talent and Culture Team, including Organization Development & Learning, Talent Acquisition & Onboarding, Employee Relations, and Compensation & Benefits. His 25-year career spans a variety of industries, including tech, retail, banking and post-secondary education.

Brendan is passionate about organizational cultures and global cultures. He teaches "Managing Across Cultures" at the Schulich School of Business at York University and has traveled to 50+ countries across five continents. Through partnership, Brendan is committed to fostering a culture and environment that engages employees and enables them to best deliver on their work of supporting millions of children and gender equity around the world.

SANGITA PATEL

Vice President of Program Management & Compliance at Plan International Canada

Sangita Patel is an experienced international development professional with a career spanning over 20 years. She currently leads a team at Plan International Canada responsible for program management and financial compliance. Throughout her career, Sangita focused on supporting women's economic prosperity and is a dedicated champion for children’s rights. She has previously worked in both the public and private sectors, and has lived and worked in Asia and West Africa.

In 2005, Sangita joined Plan International Canada and has since worked closely with offices across the Plan Federation to support high-quality programming and stewardship of donor funding. She has played a leadership role in education programming that has facilitated out-of-school children to enter the formal school system. Sangita studied international development at the undergraduate and master's degree level at the University of Toronto and is committed to delivering results that make a positive impact on people's lives.

PAMELA SPENCER

General Counsel, Safeguarding Focal Point

Pamela has over 30 years legal experience in the private and public sector. After practicing corporate and health law in Toronto, Pamela served as General Counsel for 3 large Ontario organizations in the health and social housing sectors. Over her career, Pamela has also managed several large corporate services portfolios including Compliance, Insurance and Risk Management, Privacy, Procurement and Human Resources.

Pamela currently sits on McGill University’s Global Health Programs, International Advisory Council and previously served for many years on the Board of Childrens’ Mental Health Ontario and the Research Ethics Board at Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children. She has also served as Chair of the Ontario Bar Association’s Health Law Executive and Chair of the Law Society of Ontario’s Health Law Specialist Certification Committee.

In addition to her undergraduate and law degrees, Pamela holds a Masters in Health Administration / Collaborative Program in Bioethics from the University of Toronto and is certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a specialist in Health Law.

QUINN BINGHAM

Vice President, Philanthropy

Quinn Bingham joins Plan International Canada after almost eight years at Pathways to Education Canada as Vice President and Chief Development Officer and two years where he held the Acting CEO role.

Quinn has an extensive organizational leadership background and is a fundraising professional with over 20 years of experience. He is a collaborative leader with strong management expertise and a track record of success in health care, education, community development, and youth-serving not-for-profit organizations. Quinn holds a BA and a post-graduate certificate in Human Resources Management (CHRM).

Outside the office, he enjoys finding the next great cup of coffee, time with family, and cycling.