Maxine Tink
About Maxine Tink
Maxine Tink serves as a Programme Assistant for Inclusion Works at Sightsavers in Haywards Heath, England, since 2021. She has a background in communications and marketing, with previous roles at Livability UK and Help Refugees.
Work at Sightsavers
Maxine Tink has been serving as a Programme Assistant for Inclusion Works at Sightsavers since 2021. In this role, she contributes to initiatives aimed at promoting inclusion and accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Sightsavers is a global organization focused on preventing avoidable blindness and promoting equal opportunities for people with disabilities. Tink's work is based in Haywards Heath, England, where she has been part of the team for three years.
Previous Experience in Communications
Before joining Sightsavers, Maxine Tink held various roles in communications. She worked at Livability UK as a Communications Officer from 2019 to 2020 and subsequently served as the Digital Communications and Marketing Officer for a brief period in 2021. Her responsibilities included managing communication strategies and enhancing the organization's online presence. Additionally, she was a Communications/Executive Assistant at the Single Homeless Project from 2018 to 2019, where she supported communication efforts.
Volunteer Work and Early Career
Maxine Tink has a history of volunteer work, including a position with Help Refugees in 2018, where she volunteered for one month in the Calais area of France. This experience contributed to her understanding of humanitarian efforts. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Consultant at William Scott Associates from 2017 to 2018 and as an Activities Coordinator at EF Education First for two months in 2017. These roles helped her develop skills in project management and coordination.
Education and Expertise
Maxine Tink studied at the University of Sussex, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in International Development from 2014 to 2017. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in understanding global development issues, which informs her work in inclusion and communications. This education complements her practical experience in various roles within the nonprofit sector.