Jo Mitchell
About Jo Mitchell
Jo Mitchell serves as the Head of Global Events at Sightsavers, a position she has held since 2014. With a background in event management and community relations, she has worked in various roles at Sightsavers since 2006 and has also managed events for the Queen's Young Leaders program.
Work at Sightsavers
Jo Mitchell has held various positions at Sightsavers since 2006. She currently serves as the Head of Global Events, a role she has occupied since 2014. In this capacity, she oversees the planning and execution of global events for the organization. Prior to this, she worked as the Events and Volunteers Manager from 2012 to 2014, where she managed volunteer engagement and event logistics. Earlier in her career at Sightsavers, she held the position of Community Relationships Manager from 2010 to 2012, and served as the Schools Development Executive from 2006 to 2010.
Previous Experience
Before her tenure at Sightsavers, Jo Mitchell worked as the Event Manager for the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust in 2015, where she managed the Queen's Young Leaders Residential Week for six months. This role involved coordinating events that recognized young leaders from across the Commonwealth. Her diverse experience in event management has contributed to her current leadership position at Sightsavers.
Education and Expertise
Jo Mitchell studied at the University of Sussex, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1998 to 2001. Her educational background has provided her with a foundation in the skills necessary for her career in event management and community engagement, which she has applied throughout her various roles at Sightsavers and beyond.
Career Timeline
Jo Mitchell's career at Sightsavers spans over a decade, beginning in 2006. She progressed through several roles, starting as a Schools Development Executive, then becoming Community Relationships Manager, followed by Events and Volunteers Manager, and ultimately reaching her current position as Head of Global Events in 2014. Her career trajectory reflects her growing expertise and leadership in the field of event management.