Ruth Kissam
General Manager - Corporate Affairs
Ruth joined Steamships in May 2025 as the General Manager of Corporate Affairs. As a seasoned Community Organiser and Human Rights Activist with over 16 years of experience in the development sector she has led impactful campaigns across civil society and grassroots communities, working with a broad network of stakeholders in government, the private sector, and international development.
Most recently a Strategic Advisor with the United States Institute for Peace, Ruth has held multiple advisory and board-level roles, contributing her expertise in governance, human rights, corporate responsibility, and sustainability. Her leadership experience spans international NGOs and advocacy for marginalised groups.
An Obama Fellow at Columbia University and Draper Hills Fellow at Stanford, Ruth also studied Law at the University of Papua New Guinea. At Steamships, Ruth plays a key role in advancing community engagement, inclusive growth, and sustainable business practices as the company enters a new phase of strategic expansion.