Paul Appleby
About Paul Appleby
Paul Appleby serves as the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer (Inclusive Data) at Sightsavers, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in operations and planning, legal recruitment, and corporate services, and holds a Master's degree in Conflict, Security and Development from the University of Sussex.
Current Role at Sightsavers
Paul Appleby serves as the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer (Inclusive Data) at Sightsavers. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's focus on inclusive data practices. His role involves supporting the operationalization of disability data disaggregation activities within various projects. He provides guidance to Country Offices and partners, ensuring that monitoring tools are adapted to incorporate disability data from the project's inception.
Previous Experience at Sightsavers
Prior to his current role, Paul Appleby worked at Sightsavers in two capacities. He served as the Operations and Planning Coordinator from 2017 to 2019, where he was involved in operational management. Earlier, he was a Corporate Services Intern from 2016 to 2017, where he gained foundational experience in the organization's operations. Both roles were based in Haywards Heath.
Experience in Legal Recruitment
Paul Appleby worked as a Legal Recruitment Consultant at Search Consultancy from 2010 to 2012. During this two-year period in Brighton, United Kingdom, he specialized in recruiting legal professionals, gaining insights into the legal sector and recruitment processes.
Educational Background
Paul Appleby holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Conflict, Security and Development from the University of Sussex, which he completed from 2014 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Politics and International Relations from The University of Reading, graduating with a 2.1 from 2007 to 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in monitoring and evaluation within the context of inclusive data.
Contributions to Disability Data Practices
In his current role, Paul Appleby has contributed to the development of disability data disaggregation (DDD) practices. He has created tools and delivered workshops aimed at enhancing understanding and implementation of DDD in various projects. Additionally, he has led efforts to consolidate and disseminate evidence and learning related to disability data across multiple countries and projects.