Sahinde joined ENZ in 2016 after 18 years working for a multinational group of English language schools. With a career dedicated to international education, she brought extensive private sector experience in international marketing, stakeholder engagement and student experience delivery to the organisation.

Sahinde has held a number of roles at ENZ working with education providers, government stakeholders, regional groups, peak bodies, students’ associations and community groups. She was heavily involved in developing the International Student Wellbeing Strategy and led the transition of the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships Programme to ENZ. Sahinde heads up our International and Sector Engagement team, bringing her vast experience navigating international markets and developing smart strategies to boost student recruitment and sector engagement.