Work for Sightsavers

Jobs

Want to work with us at Sightsavers? We’re always on the lookout for great people to join our team. Watch this space for news of the latest vacancies.

In my role every day is different. I enjoy working with so many teams globally on the design of new projects and processes.

Lianna, operations and planning manager

It is a real privilege to be able to showcase all the brilliant work Sightsavers does across the world through our events programme.

Helen, global events manager

Working for Sightsavers has been the most rewarding role I've ever had. Not only do we do great work globally, I have made excellent friends.

Steven, IT technician

Sightsavers values programmatic and data quality, so I have the opportunity to work on innovative tools and processes to support our projects.

James, quality assurance manager

Working in programmes
Working in programmes

Our programme managers are often from a scientific or medical background. They are key to making our funds go as far as possible towards changing people’s lives and restoring sight in some of the poorest parts of the world.

Working in communications
Working in communications

Our communications and design team ensures Sightsavers' work is seen, heard and remembered. The team works on everything from organising celebrity auctions and events to coordinating press trips to Malawi.

Working in operations
Working in operations

We work in more than 35 countries around the world, which means we have a lot of logistics to organise. It takes careful planning to ensure medication, vehicles and equipment reach the right places at the right time.

Working in policy and advocacy
Working in policy and advocacy

Our policy and advocacy team aims to ensure the voices of people with disabilities are heard, both nationally and globally. This is achieved through direct relationships with policymakers and by mobilising the public.

Working in fundraising
Working in fundraising

Our fundraising and award-winning supporter care teams engage with members of the public to ensure our frontline staff are able to do their work and change people's lives for the better.

Working in research
Working in research

Sightsavers was recently awarded Independent Research Organisation (IRO) status, making us eligible to apply for grants funded by UK research councils. This achievement recognises the pioneering work of our research team.

Disability Confident Employer Logo, Business Disability Forum LogoWe’re committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. Please be aware that fraudulent job adverts do exist. Sightsavers will never ask prospective candidates to send money as part of the interview process. If you do receive email requests of this nature, please contact [email protected]

 

Sightsavers is committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees
and representatives to share this commitment.

 

Disability Confident Employer Logo, Business Disability Forum LogoIn line with its commitment to safe programming and recruitment, Sightsavers participates in the inter-agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS) administered by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. Through collaboration with other MDS members, Sightsavers aims to ensure that there are no sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment issues relating to potential new hires and that we can respond systematically to checks from fellow MDS members. This ensures our work is accountable, delivered to a high standard and supports safeguarding across the development and humanitarian fields.

Protecting sight and fighting for disability rights

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