RNIB want to support as many people as possible with sight loss to find and stay in work. This is a great opportunity for you to make a difference and make a positive change to the concerning statistic that only one in four blind and partially sighted people of working age are in employment.
About The Role
This rewarding role will see you co-ordinate the ESF funded employment project ‘Eye Work Too” in Northern Ireland. ‘Eye Work Too’ aims to reach and engage with people with sight loss who are unemployed. The project will help to address the high levels of unemployment amongst people with sight loss by enhancing their employability skills, IT skills and building confidence to find work.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about helping RNIB's customers achieve their employment goals
We actively encourage applicants with sight loss to apply for this role.
What we offer
As well as a stimulating and supportive working environment, we also offer a wide range of other benefits including:
Who we are
RNIB is leading the creation of a world where there are no barriers for people with sight loss. One of our key priorities is to ask people to see sight loss differently, reversing inaccurate perceptions and changing public behaviours so everyone expects equal participation from people with sight loss and the creation of a fully accessible society.
How to apply
To be considered you must attach the required cover letter explained below.
If you'd like to apply for this great opportunity, please apply online, uploading your CV and cover letter, telling us how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience for the role and why you think you’d be a great fit for RNIB.
If you have any questions in regards to this role or how to apply please do email resourcing.mailbox@rnib.org.uk.
Additional Information
Appointment is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Check and relevant Barred Lists check, if appropriate.
RNIB is committed to being an Equal Opportunities organisation and we welcome applications from people with sight loss.
Please be aware that blind and partially sighted volunteers may be involved in the recruitment and selection process for this vacancy; including reviewing job applications and CV’s, shortlisting and interviews and selection tests.
RNIB reserve the right to close the advert early, should we receive a high level of applications.
