Making sense of complexity to achieve community impact.

Community change is complicated. Public health challenges span multiple systems, involve many stakeholders and operate in environments that shift quickly. This complexity can slow progress and make decision-making harder than it needs to be.

Organisations often struggle to connect strategy, evidence and measurement in a way that demonstrates meaningful change and impact to funders, boards and communities.

I work with organisations committed to a fairer and more just world. I understand the challenges of bridging the gap between evidence and action because I have spent over two decades working in public health strategy, research and evaluation in multiple environments including government and not-for-profit, regulation and commissioning.

I combine expertise in public health and business to turn complex data and insights into actionable plans. I know what it takes to help organisations move from intent to measurable impact while keeping people engaged along the way.

How I work

A tailored approach to achieving meaningful outcomes:

  1. Clarify strategy – Define priorities and map a pathway from mission to outcomes

  2. Gather insights – Use data, research and community voices to inform decisions

  3. Measure what matters – Track progress, evaluate programs/services and demonstrate impact

  4. Communicate results – Share outcomes to influence, engage and drive change.

Every organisation is unique, so I adapt my approach to your context and pace, ensuring collaboration is direct, flexible and respectful. I prioritise fairness, belonging, authenticity and growth for impact. This ensures that I am respectfully inclusive and focused on good for humanity.

Credibility matters
I blend academic rigour and real-world experience to deliver work that’s evidence-based, relevant and actionable.

Collaboration is key
You know your context best. I work alongside you to support your goals and bring fresh thinking to complex challenges.

Clarity creates change
Whether through strategy work, evidence gathering and synthesis or evaluation, I help bring focus and structure to your work, enabling greater impact.

Dr Nerida Joss