Pippa Ludek
About Pippa Ludek
Pippa Ludek is a Trust Manager at Sightsavers, where she has worked since 2018. She previously held positions at the National Deaf Children's Society and Merlin, and she studied mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering at Loughborough University.
Work at Sightsavers
Pippa Ludek has served as a Trust Manager at Sightsavers since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for managing relationships with trusts and foundations to secure funding for the organization’s initiatives. Sightsavers is dedicated to preventing avoidable blindness and promoting equal opportunities for people with disabilities. Pippa's work involves developing proposals and reports to ensure transparency and accountability to funders.
Previous Experience in Fundraising
Before joining Sightsavers, Pippa Ludek worked at the National Deaf Children's Society as a Senior Trust and Statutory Fundraising Officer from 2012 to 2014. In this position, she focused on securing funding through trust and statutory sources to support the society's mission. Her experience in London contributed to her expertise in fundraising strategies and donor engagement.
International Experience
Pippa Ludek held the position of Programme Officer at Merlin from 2010 to 2011 in Nairobi, Kenya. In this role, she contributed to the organization's humanitarian efforts, focusing on program development and implementation. This international experience provided her with insights into global health and development challenges.
Education and Qualifications
Pippa Ludek studied Mechanical, Electrical, and Manufacturing Engineering at Loughborough University from 2005 to 2009. This educational background equipped her with technical knowledge and problem-solving skills applicable in various sectors. Additionally, she attended Colyton Grammar School from 1997 to 2004, where she completed her secondary education.