about jacqueline

Jacqueline Chinwe Stephen is a powerhouse in the energy sector—an executive, mentor, and strategist with a global presence. Her ability to navigate complex industries while empowering others makes her a standout leader.

She doesn’t just follow paths; she forges new ones, elevating both herself and those around her. With a sharp intellect, strategic vision, and unwavering ambition, Jacqueline has established herself as a force to be reckoned with. Whether in boardrooms, leadership circles, or on digital platforms, she commands attention with a mix of grace, influence, and undeniable brilliance.

Respected and admired, Jacqueline embodies leadership at its finest—visionary, calculated, and magnetic. Her impact continues to grow, shaping the future of energy and leadership.

Beyond her corporate roles, Jacqueline advocates for diversifying the talent pipeline in STEM through her involvement with organisations such as World Energy Council, AFBE UK (Association for Black Minority & Ethnic Engineers), and UN Women UK Delegation, demonstrating her commitment to empowering underrepresented groups and fostering equity.

Jacqueline is not just an accomplished professional but also a sought-after speaker and thought leader, inspiring the next generation of STEM enthusiasts.

Notable Achievements

Dec 2024

Women of the Future Awards

Jacqueline was highly commended in the Community Spirit category for her impactful work on the just transition for Sub-Saharan Africa, her efforts to support ethnic diversity in STEM, and her advocacy for women in STEM. She celebrated alongside Pinky Lilani CBE and the other finalists at the event.

Nov 2024

AEW – Master of Ceremonies

Jacqueline hosted the technical stage at African Energy Week (AEW) 2024 on behalf of the African Energy Chamber, ensuring seamless event execution. She managed the agenda, collaborated with technical teams, and facilitated high-level discussions with Africa’s energy elite and VIP dignitaries on energy development and sustainability.

Oct 2024

Global Consultancy

Appointment Jacqueline was appointed Associate Director for the Energy & Natural Resources business and UK Energy Markets Lead at a global consultancy with a $1 billion market cap and over 4,000 employees.

Sep 2024

AOW Power List

Jacqueline was listed among the 50 most inspirational female energy executives in Africa on the Pan-African Female Leaders in Energy list, in affiliation with Lean In Equity & Sustainability.

Aug 2024

Top 24 Role Models 24

Jacqueline was recognised as one of the Top 24 GEMinSTEM Role Models, recognised by REflect via RS Group, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), and the Association for Black and Minority Engineers (AFBE-UK). Her achievements in STEM have set a standard of excellence and paved the way for future generations of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Jul 2024

ForbesBLK Membership

Jacqueline was honoured to be invited as an official member into the esteemed ForbesBLK community. This prestigious network offers a valuable opportunity to connect with accomplished professionals, visionary leaders, and innovative creators across various industries.

Jun 2024

Top 50 Women in Engineering

As part of International Women in Engineering Day 2024, the Women’s Engineering Society (WES) announced Jacqueline as part of the 2024 Top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50) awards. The theme Enhanced By Engineering showcases the powerful impact made by women engineers and how their work improves lives.

May 2024

Association for BME Engineers – Team Lead

Jacqueline served as the Lead of the AFBE-UK Leadership Team, where she spearheaded the Transcend programme and the Leadership Talk Series. She concluded her tenure in December 2024, passing the leadership role on to her successor, Tolu Falade.

Apr 2024

VIP Speaker at the 26th World Energy Congress

Jacqueline was invited to speak at the 26th World Energy Congress in Rotterdam on the theme ”Redesigning Energy: People and the Planet”.

Mar 2024

Panellist at the Road to World Energy Congress

Hosted by the Future Energy Leaders The Netherlands, Jacqueline had the honour of being a panellist at the Road to World Energy Congress.

Oct 2023

Global Sustainable Network bp – Global Sustainability Network Lead

Global Sustainable Network (GSN), a global initiative established by bp (British Petroleum) with the aim of fostering sustainability in various sectors. It is focused on driving the energy transition and supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They announced Jacqueline as the Global Sustainability Network Lead (Sub Saharan Africa).

Sep 2023

STV Group plc – Energy Thought Leader/Commentator

Jacqueline was featured on STV News as an energy commentator, discussing ‘Sustainable Scotland: Reducing Emissions from our Energy’.

Mar 2023

UN Women Delegate

Jacqueline was announced as the official United Nations delegate, joining the UN commissions on the status of Women (CSW67) on behalf of UN Women UK.

Feb 2023

World Energy Council Energy – Global Future Energy Leader

World Energy Council, A united nations accredited global energy body for thought leadership with members across over 60 countries announced Jacqueline as a Global Future Energy Leader.

Jan 2023

BBC Scotland – AFBE UK Partnership

As the Board member and liaison officer, Jacqueline oversaw the partnership between AFBE-UK and BBC Scotland to push forward their diversity, equity and inclusion strategy.

Oct 2022

Rolls Royce – ACPN Conference

Jacqueline was invited to speak in partnership with ACPN (Afro Caribbean Professional Network), inspiring leaders to be more inclusive in their organisation.

Sep 2022

BBC England – Rebooting Engineering

Hosted by Amber Sandhu - Jacqueline was invited to speak on ethnic diversity and inspire a gathering of industry leaders.