Fiona Docherty

As Vice President, Fiona Docherty is responsible for UNSW’s Division of External Engagement which supports UNSW’s bold and ambitious 2025 strategy with communications, government relations, alumni engagement and fundraising. Reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor, Fiona is a member of UNSW’s Management Board and is accountable for 150 staff and for raising $650M in donations. 

Fiona is a board member of UNSW Global (pathway provider), one of the founding sponsors of UNSW’s Institute for Global Development Steering Committee and member of the Association of Pacific Rim Universities International Advisory Group. In 2019, she was named one of the Top 50 marketing leaders in Australia by CMO magazine for her innovative approach and sector-leading work. The work of the Division has also been recognised with UNSW receiving major industry awards for events, social media, comms campaigns and for international partnership development.  

Fiona is a proud alumna of the University of Glasgow and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. 

Management of the Vice-President, External Engagement Unit

Vice-President, External Engagement Portfolio