Our Team

Damien Santer

Managing Director

Damien is the Curriculum Director at Austere & Emergency Medicine International (AEMED), overseeing the development of educational programs across domains including medicine, paramedicine, first aid, disaster management, and the social sciences. With over 20 years of experience, Damien is a seasoned expert in wilderness and austere medicine, disaster management, and leadership. He has contributed significantly to the creation of most of AEMED's current courses and is dedicated to ensuring that the education provided is culturally relevant and economically accessible worldwide. Damien holds a Diploma in Paramedical Science and is a Critical Care Austere Medic. He holds a professional certificate in Public Safety and was a NSW State Rescue Board Accredited Operator. Damien also holds also a Certified IV in Assessment & Workplace Training, reflecting his commitment to quality education and training. In addition to his medical and rescue qualifications, Damien has extensive outdoor experience, including hiking, camping, abseiling, climbing, canyoning, caving, canoeing, kayaking, and white water rafting. He is also an experienced powerboat operator. Damien's outdoor skills complement his expertise in austere and wilderness medicine, making him a well-rounded professional in emergency and remote environments. Damien has a strong commitment to volunteer work, having served with the NSW Volunteer Rescue Association, the NSW State Emergency Service, The Scout Association (UK), and 4x4 Relief Malaysia. His volunteer experience has given him valuable hands-on experience in emergency response and community service, further enhancing his capabilities as an educator and consultant in emergency and disaster preparedness.

Sivananthan Rajaandra

Associate Director, Medical Services & Education

Sivananthan Rajaandra, MBBS completed his undergraduate studies in AIMST University, Malaysia. After completing his housemanship in Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun at Ipoh, Perak, He was posted to remote district hospitals for about 3 years: first in Terengganu, And then in the Northern part of Selangor.

Dr Siva believes that healthcare begins with understanding your own body and the conditions that may affect it. He practiced general medicine because he feels health education and preventive care are important pillars of medicine.

Dr Siva has one son and enjoys camping, cycling, and spending time with his son and pet dog in his free time.

Claire Jamieson

Service Delivery Manager

Claire Jamieson (pronouns: she/her) joins us on secondment from our LMS partner, eXped LLC. Claire has spent the last 16+ years in software development and project management, initially within the oil and gas industry before moving to web and app development. Claire holds a BSc in Applied Biosciences and an MSc in Environmental Chemistry.

Coming from such a diverse background, Claire loves the professional challenge of working within the field of software. However, when she is not at work she is passionate about her voluntary role at Girlguiding UK and has been an adult member of British Guiding Overseas for almost ten years. She particularly loves the chance to mentor and steer the next generation of girls and young women by introducing them to new skills and experiences. She is proud to be providing them with a safe space to thrive.

Claire has lived in Malaysia for ten years and loves the people, the food and the weather. It's a far cry from the cold temperatures of her home in bonnie Scotland! When not sitting at her computer, Claire enjoys the delights of Malaysia with her family, her rescue dog Finn and the occasional other foster dog that she just couldn't say no to.