HELPMESEE OPHTHALMOLOGY TRAINING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Our success rests on the HelpMeSee core values of transparency, respect for coworkers, empowerment, accountability and teamwork.
CULTURE AND VALUES
HelpMeSee is a team that appreciates and recognizes accomplishments. Our culture encourages an individual’s potential in becoming a leader, therefore, allowing each team member the opportunity to meet goals, set by management, to develop and enhance their objectives.
HelpMeSee’s team recognizes the great mission of the organization to eliminate cataract blindness and sees their role within the organization is for that greater good. The team understands that with every effort of every day, they are giving another person that is blind the opportunity to restore their sight.
We make every effort to attract and retain the brightest, most enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who can contribute to and expand our goals. Our process in decision-making and problem-solving is collaborative.
BENEFITS
HelpMeSee is an exciting organization to work for with groundbreaking technology that will drive the MSICS mission to a whole new level. The HelpMeSee team is working diligently to accomplish the mission of eliminating cataract blindness. Also, to support those who achieve the goals of this mission every day –our employees!
HelpMeSee has included benefits that will meet your needs and recognize your hard work and commitment. We also offer the opportunity for professional development and personal growth. HelpMeSee Offers:
Medical Plans
Vision and Dental
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Savings Plan 401(K)
Commuter Benefits
Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Education is the road for a long and fruitful future. The HelpMeSee organization understands that we live in a world where there are constant changes and technological advancements every day. The skills and knowledge you bring when you join HelpMeSee will be utilized to their fullest potential.
Therefore, the new training you acquire will build skills for you to become a strong leader within the areas of operations management, project management and other unique areas. We created this ladder for professional success and personal growth by funding your continued education within the approved field.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
Chief of Marketing and Development
The Chief of Marketing and Development (CMD) at HelpMeSee, Inc. is an executive responsible for leading the organization’s global fundraising strategy, driving sustainable revenue growth, and expanding diverse funding streams to support HelpMeSee’s mission of eliminating avoidable cataract blindness worldwide.
Mission & Context
HelpMeSee is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring vision to millions of individuals affected by preventable blindness from cataracts. HelpMeSee was founded by Al and Jim Ueltschi, who imagined building the Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS) training system by incorporating many of the methods and techniques used successfully in commercial pilot training. As co-founder of Orbis International and founder of FlightSafety International, Al Ueltschi was an icon in the aviation industry and was devoted to ending preventable blindness in the developing world. HelpMeSee trains high-quality, very low cost MSICS, along with Phaco and other cataract procedures, to ensure that all communities have access to affordable, sight restoring care. With more than 40 simulators and HelpMeSee simulation-based training delivered across 19 centers worldwide, HelpMeSee partners with governments, universities, and innovators to combat the global cataract blindness crisis.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead global fundraising strategy: Oversee multi-channel fundraising across the U.S., including private giving, corporate partnerships, foundations, grants and planned giving.
- Expand and diversify revenue streams: Develop new funding sources and deepen relationships with existing donors to ensure financial sustainability.
- Grow gifts-in-kind, major gifts and grants: Increase the value and strategic use of in-kind contributions, while expanding major gift and grant funding to support and scale program delivery.
- Leading brand and marketing strategy: strengthen donor communications and elevate impact storytelling.
- Lead a global development team: Mentor, develop, and lead a team capable of executing complex fundraising campaigns and donor engagement strategies.
- Report to the COO: Provide strategic guidance on fundraising priorities aligned with HelpMeSee’s mission and program goals.
- Maintain transparency and accountability: Ensure fundraising practices meet Charity Navigator, GuideStar standards, and the IRS public support test to reflect HelpMeSee’s strong financial health and donor trust.
Impact
- 4,000+ trained cataract specialist globally providing sight saving surgeries to visual impaired or blind from cataract.
- 19 established training hubs with strategic partnerships with universities and hospitals.
- 15 countries served through current training locations.
- 30,000+ cataract surgeries can be performed over a surgeon’s career elevating the impact in their local communities.
Profile
The ideal candidate is a mission-driven, globally minded fundraising executive with deep international experience and a track record of mobilizing U.S.-based donors to support global initiatives. They bring a proven record of building and managing diversified donor portfolios and delivering large-scale, measurable impact.
This individual is a strategic and progressive fundraising leader with demonstrated success in securing six- and seven-figure gifts. They combine high-level vision with disciplined execution, translating strategy into results. A strong collaborator, they value authentic relationship-building and excel at engaging donors, partners, and cross-functional teams to advance organizational goals.
The role is fully remote and reports to the COO, with responsibility for developing and executing global fundraising initiatives focused on engaging U.S.-based donors.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree recommended in nonprofit management, business administration, public administration, community development or public policy.
- Must have at least eight years’ experience in fundraising.
- Must have demonstrated history in leadership, project management, public relations, group facilitation and event planning (in-person and digital).
- Must have a proven track record of revenue growth in leading and managing fundraising team.
How to Apply
Please email cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the email subject heading as follows: HelpMeSee – Chief of Marketing and Development
Summer 2026 Internship
Join the HelpMeSee Team with our enriching internship experience. The internship program has historically led to full-time job offers over the past several years. HelpMeSee is dedicated to helping interns succeed in their future careers by providing growth and advancement opportunities.
The position will be based out of Jersey City, New Jersey and is designated for a 100% on-site work arrangement. This is an excellent opportunity for students looking for hands-on experience to work with cutting edge technology.
The formal Summer Internship program runs from late-May/early-June through August.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Perform periodic maintenance and repairs of the Simulation-based system, including spare parts.
- Test and configure the hardware equipment.
- Report and resolve operational issues onsite.
- Crating, packing, and shipping to various locations worldwide.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Must be enrolled in a college or university working toward a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or closely related field.
- Must be commutable to and from the Jersey City, NJ for the duration of the internship period.
- Basic knowledge of Office 365 applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Strong troubleshooting and configuration skills.
How to Apply
Please email cover letter, online portfolio link (small size email attachments if no link is available) and resume to [email protected] with the email subject heading as follows: (Intern) Junior SIMLab Engineer
Candidates should be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Become qualified as an instructor and deliver training at all levels and methods within the HelpMeSee Simulation-based Training Course. Position available to multiple training locations.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Minimum qualification – Post graduate diploma or degree in Ophthalmology. Ability to communicate effectively in English and the local language
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Adequate surgical experience in MSICS & PHACOEMULSIFICATION.
- Experience, as an instructor, in delivering ophthalmic surgical training Proven ability as an effective Instructor/motivator.
- Comfortable with fundamental use of computers (installation and running of software, manage
How to Apply
Please email cover letter, online portfolio link (small size email attachments if no link is available) and resume to [email protected] with the email subject heading as follows: Ophthalmologist Simulation-based Training Instructor
Candidates should be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
HelpMeSee is an equal opportunity employer, emphasizing its commitment to Diversity & Inclusion. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
For important information on your employment rights in the U.S., please read about Equal Opportunity Compliance and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
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