Laura Graham
About Laura Graham
Laura Graham serves as the Head of the NTD Finance and Operations Team at Sightsavers, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in finance and risk management, she has held various positions in organizations such as EFTA and Rainforest Alliance, and she actively contributes to process improvements and environmental initiatives within her current role.
Work at Sightsavers
Laura Graham has been serving as the Head of NTD Finance and Operations Team at Sightsavers since 2019. In this role, she oversees financial operations related to neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) and manages a team of three Finance and Supply Chain staff. She also acts as the country lead for Guinea Bissau, collaborating with the country director to ensure timely delivery of programme documentation. Additionally, she drives systematic improvements to processes within her team and the wider organization.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Laura held the role of NTD Finance and Risk Manager at Sightsavers from 2017 to 2019. Her earlier career includes positions such as Finance Coordinator at Rainforest Alliance, Finance Assistant at EFTA, and Interim Assistant Accountant at both Wind Prospect and Rydon. She has also worked as a Commercial Development Analyst at Enterprise Rent-A-Car and as an Accounts Assistant at On Holiday Group.
Education and Expertise
Laura has pursued extensive education in finance and accounting. She studied at ACCA and achieved the Certificate in Accounting Technician (CAT). She is currently studying Accounting and Finance at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. In 2015, she completed the Project Management for Development Professionals (PMD Pro1) course at LINGOs, enhancing her project management skills.
Achievements in Team Management
In her role at Sightsavers, Laura line manages three Finance and Supply Chain staff and deputizes for the team director. She plays a significant role in fostering collaboration and efficiency within her team, contributing to the overall success of the organization's financial operations. Her involvement in the Environmental Working Group and Supplier Onboarding Working Group reflects her commitment to sustainable practices within the organization.