Sightsavers is looking for a digital communications expert to support in reviewing the business needs of Sightsavers websites, and to create a project brief for the websites' evolution, in particular for sightsavers.org and our ecommerce platform.
Salary: £42,000 - £50,300 pro rata
Location: UK remote - with monthly travel to Haywards Heath
Contract: 6-month fixed-term contract
Hours: Full time (35 hours), part time at 28 hours per week may also be considered
About the role
Reporting to the global head of design, brand and digital experience, this is a pivotal position that will establish how the next generation of Sightsavers websites will support the organisation's evolving needs and work.
We are looking for a digital communications expert with professional experience working in user experience, content marketing and ecommerce to lead the day-to-day delivery of Sightsavers' exciting websites scoping project. You will be responsible for information gathering throughout the organisation, coordination and day-to-day management of the project, coordinating a project team of area experts, and using an Agile working process to deliver comprehensive project findings, resources and recommendations.
To be successful in this role, you will have to quickly understand the organisation's various strands of work and the relationships between these, as well as having an understanding of the specialisms of the core project team members, including editorial, design, analytics, search marketing and web development. The ability to work autonomously, manage stakeholders and diplomatically prioritise their needs, as well as cultivating support throughout the organisation for the project is essential.
Candidates should not feel deterred from applying for this position if they do not strictly meet all the criteria detailed, but should demonstrate their aptitude to meet these requirements within their application, and be open about any areas where they have less experience.
Essential
* Extensive operational knowledge of web platforms, especially in relation to content production, user experience and fundraising.
* Ability to work autonomously and to be accountable for own decisions.
* Significant experience of working to high content, design and web technology standards in a professional setting, with a thorough and efficient approach to planning, goal-setting and decision-making.
* Demonstrable evidence-based approach, with experience using user insights, analytics and design research to inform decisions.
* Confidence using Agile working practices to deliver successful projects.
* Able to work confidently with colleagues at all levels, with strong interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills.
* A commitment to equal opportunities for all.
Desirable
* Experience working in a complex organisation and balancing competing priorities.
* Experience working in digital marketing, sales or ecommerce.
* Understanding of data protection laws relating to digital communications and ecommerce, and other relevant compliance knowledge.
* Aptitude to work in a complex environment and an international workplace.
* Lived experience of the programme countries where we operate in Africa and Asia.
* Fluency in Norwegian, Italian, French, Portuguese would also be welcome.
This is a varied role, please read the full job description for further details.
Candidates are welcome to demonstrate their ability to match the person specification by expanding on how their experience, training and/or qualifications might have provided them with the knowledge or skills required for the role. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.
Benefits
Sightsavers offers some fantastic benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowance, pension, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and wellness discounts. If you choose to work in or are visiting our collaborative, modern office space in Haywards Heath, you will find it an easy 20-minute train journey from Brighton or 45 minutes from London.
Next steps
To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.
We anticipate that remote interviews will take place the week commencing 28 April and the evaluation process will include a presentation and an interview.
Closing date: 20 April 2025
As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.
Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.
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