Sightsavers is looking for employees for positions:
communications officer
Working hours
full-time | Contract
Responsibility
this is an exciting opportunity to join our growing organisational communications team and to help make the world more inclusive
about the role
sightsavers is looking for an experienced Communications Officer to help support the development of creative communications and raise awareness of the need for disability inclusive development on an international level
you will monitor and gather insights and analytics about communications activities, ensuring they are shared throughout the team and organisation
contract: 12-month Fixed Term Contract
hours: This is a full-time role with some flexibility around hours worked
we are looking for a talented Communications Officer to support in the delivery of the inclusion communications strategy and to develop creative communications content and communications products for an international audience
major aspects of this role will include gaining detailed understanding of the communication needs of Sightsavers’ programmes, creating and delivering the communication strategy in line with partners and donors and being the key point of contact for specific campaigns, including Equal World
Contract type
skills and Experience
this is a 12-month fixed term contract at full time hours . Standard office hours are 9-5 but we can consider flexibility around this
this is an ideal opportunity to utilise and build on your communications experience and interest in Sightsavers key thematic areas such as Disability Inclusion, Gender Equality, Economic Empowerment, Inclusive Education, Public Health, International Development
hr officer
Working hours
full-time
full-time | Permanent
Language
english
french
Responsibility
sightsavers is looking for a bi-lingual HR Officer to work within our HR Operations team
850 employees and stakeholders to creatively problem solve people, contractual and legal issues
about the role
contract: Permanent
we are seeking a bi-lingual HR Officer to work within our HR Operations team and provide advice, guidance and support on all areas of the employee lifecycle engaging with our c
sightsavers is an international charity working to prevent avoidable blindness, support equality for people with disabilities and advocate for change. We work in more than 30 countries worldwide, focusing on Africa and Asia
hours: This is a full-time role with some flexibility around hours worked and mostly home working
this is an exciting new role within the team and the postholder will actively engage in the use of our systems, lead on and support multiple HR Operations projects and deliver outcomes to a high standard for our inspirational colleagues located around the world
Salary
salary
Requirements
HR experience gained within a global or complex organisation
demonstrable planning and prioritising skills
experience working in a fast-paced environment, multi-tasking and delivering to deadlines
experience of using HR systems, with accurate data entry and ability to extract information
experience of researching information and providing accurate advice and guidance
experience of supporting projects and stakeholder relationship management
an understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and inclusion
to apply for this exciting opportunity, please complete an application
planner
Working hours
full-time | Contract
Salary
salary
Responsibility
sightsavers is looking for a Campaigns and communications planner – a 10-month fixed term maternity contract role to help us coordinate the workflow of our video and editorial services, content producers and story producers
locations: UK remote – with occasional travel to Haywards Heath, when required
contract: 10 Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover Contract
hours: This is a full-time role with some flexibility around hours worked and some home working
technical lead
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
full-time
Language
french
Salary
salary
Responsibility
about the role
sightsavers is looking for a Global Technical Lead – Inclusive Education – to provide technical leadership in inclusive education within our programmes
contract: Permanent
hours: This is a full-time role with some flexibility around hours worked and remote home working
Education
strengthening the global programme portfolio in inclusive education through leading strategic and technical inputs in proposal development
A professional qualification in the field of education and inclusion
pioneering new strategic initiatives and innovative approaches in inclusive education to improve and enhance the quality of Sightsavers’ work
A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field, e.g. education, special needs education; disability, international development
contributing to the research, innovation, policy, advocacy and communications agendas through close collaboration with interdepartmental teams and key external stakeholders
A proven track record of leading and developing programmes in inclusive education in lower income countries
knowledge of current developments, issues and best practice in inclusive education to effectively address the current learning crisis
this is a varied role, please read the full job description for further details
Requirements
extensive experience in a relevant field e.g. social sciences/ disability inclusion, education, gender, international development
considerable experience in providing technical advice on disability mainstreaming or leading and developing programmes in disability inclusive development or humanitarian response
knowledge of human rights , the SDGs, current issues and best practice in disability mainstreaming/social inclusion
leadership and networking skills
the ability to build strong working relationships in short timeframes
experience of working with a variety of stakeholders in several different countries
as an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community
programme manager
Language
french
Requirements
highly technologically competent
ability to prioritise in a fast-moving environment with competing deadlines
an understanding of programme management challenges in a development context
excellent written and verbal communication skills
strong influencing and negotiating skills
ability to balance attention to detail with understanding the big picture
highly numerate and confident when working with numbers or statistics
strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
events executive
Salary
salary
Responsibility
manage specific in-person and online events from conception to delivery
ensure all event logistics are handled professionally, on time, and within budget
work closely with key internal stakeholders to meet event objectives
oversee the design and production of event materials
manage online events and ensure high technical standards
ensure events meet all accessibility requirements
act as the key point of contact for external suppliers and venues
support the Senior Global Events Manager with tasks for larger, high-profile events
Requirements
we are seeking a motivated and adaptable individual with at least two years of experience working in a similar role
you are detail-oriented with a strong sense of initiative and planning skills
you are creative and have excellent verbal and written communication skills
you have an interest in international development and enjoy the opportunity to travel
you thrive in a fast-paced environment, confidently able to manage a wide range of stakeholders and deliver event objectives on time and within budget
manager
Salary
salary
Responsibility
ensure professional meeting support for all external NTD meetings with donors and international partners as requested by the NTD SMT
this includes logistics, room bookings, agendas, slides, recording, virtual participation where required and minute documentation and distribution
assemble information as required for presentations, communications and reports, and manage internal document storage systems
support communications both within the NTD Department team and with external stakeholders through dissemination of newsletters and maintaining contact lists
oversee the creation and renewal of requested consultancy agreements with Human Resources, ensuring appropriate procedures are followed and records are kept updated
manage the contractual organisation of the team of internationally located technical consultants and work with the relevant Global Disease Advisor to coordinate all aspects of support missions undertaken by the them
provide travel support to the SMT and Grant Directors where requested
manage/supervise NTD Dept Coordinator
Requirements
we’re looking for an organised individual with great communication skills
A small amount of international travel may be required
you’ll need to be able to make strategic decisions and plans for optimising and promoting the system and its contents, but you won’t shy away from getting stuck into the day to day of preparing and managing content
hr administrator
Salary
salary
Requirements
proven experience in a HR Assistant or similar role
ideally experience within a global or complex organisation
demonstrable planning and prioritising skills
experience working in a fast-paced environment, multi-tasking and delivering to deadlines
excellent communication skills
strong customer service skills
integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality
A commitment to equality of opportunity
Responsibility
we are looking for an HR Administrator to help us ensure that all administrative and transactional support is provided to the highest standard, to meet the operational needs of our global organisation
the HR Administrator will be responsible for maintaining and updating data in the HR Information System and resolving service desk requests and enquiries from managers and employees
there is also the opportunity to assist on specific project work within the HR Operations Team relating to HR systems, legislative changes, processes and procedures
support with the development of HR systems, assisting with testing and feedback as needed
setting up new employees on our HR information system