Zoe Evans joined NHSEI in September 2019 to support the creation and development of the People Plan. In April 2020 Zoe took on the role of Head of Staff Engagement in the newly formed People Directorate. The team focusses on the strong correlation which exists between the theoretical understanding of the construct employee engagement and positive individual, organisational and patient outcomes. The team leads on the National Staff Survey, People Pulse, People Promise and diagnostic with a focus to improve employee experience in the NHS. Prior to joining NHSEI, Zoe held the role of Director of HR, OD and Corporate Services in the Fire Sector for 20 years.