Camden Council chief executive Jenny Rowlands to step down
Council will need to recruit somebody to top role later this year
Monday, 3rd February — By Richard Osley
Jenny Rowlands, chief executive of Camden Council
THE council’s chief executive Jenny Rowlands has told staff that she will leave Camden after eight years at the Town Hall – six of them in the top role.
She said today (Monday): “It has been the privilege of my working life to be the Chief Executive at the London Borough of Camden – it is an amazing place where residents, partners, elected members and our fantastic staff come together to care for each other, challenge injustice and deliver great services.
“Camden is a proud custodian of the ambitions, assets and values of our communities, working hard to give people the best chance to live, learn and flourish in our borough.”
Jenny Rowlands
Ms Rowlands added: “I came into post in spring 2019 to meet the challenge set by our elected members of reforming our services and shaping a workforce ready for the challenges of the 21st century. We have built an organisation which at its core is focused on people, relationships and power-sharing, and capable of meeting the energy and pace of Camden’s citizens.
“We have listened to our staff, and working together we have made lasting change to the diversity of our leadership so that it properly reflects the diversity of our communities. We have taken outstanding practice from around our organisation to challenge the status quo – and to imagine a better future for Camden through missions. I am excited to continue to see the organisation and partners grow and contribute to the national agenda.
“I have worked my entire life in public service – and working in and with communities will remain my calling. I have had the privilege of working with partners, councillors and Camden staff who have met every challenge with humility, grace and commitment. Their passion, energy and example will stay with me always.”
