Rob King
About Rob King
Rob King is a Corporate Relationships Manager with extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, particularly in organizations focused on supporting individuals with visual impairments. He has held various roles at RNIB and Sightsavers over a career spanning more than two decades.
Current Role at Sightsavers
Rob King serves as the Corporate Relationships Manager at Sightsavers, a role he has held since 2019. Based in Haywards Heath, he is responsible for managing corporate partnerships and fostering relationships that support the organization's mission. His experience in this position allows him to leverage his skills in relationship management to enhance collaboration and drive impactful initiatives.
Previous Experience at Sightsavers
Prior to his current role, Rob King worked as a Corporate Relationships Executive at Sightsavers from 2014 to 2018. During this four-year tenure, he focused on developing and maintaining corporate partnerships that aligned with the organization's goals. His contributions during this period helped strengthen Sightsavers' outreach and engagement with corporate stakeholders.
Experience at RNIB
Rob King has a significant background with RNIB, where he held two positions. He worked as an Account Executive from 2006 to 2010, followed by a role as an Account Manager from 2011 to 2013. His experience at RNIB involved managing client accounts and ensuring the delivery of services that met the needs of stakeholders, contributing to the organization's objectives.
Educational Background
Rob King has pursued higher education at The Open University, where he studied Spanish and earned a Certificate from 2010 to 2012. He also attended the University of Northampton, achieving a degree in Business from 1996 to 1998. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both language skills and business principles.
Career History in Banking
Rob King began his career in the banking sector at Norwich and Peterborough Building Society, where he worked for six years as a Senior Banking Services Officer from 1999 to 2005. He then transitioned to the role of Press Officer for 11 months in 2005 to 2006. This experience in banking and communications equipped him with valuable skills relevant to his later roles in corporate relationships.