Partnerships Director Volunteer
Partnerships Director Volunteer
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Job Description
Here at Teenage Helpline we have grown a strong tightknitcommunity of individuals who are passionate about making a difference and improving the lives of young people across the UK. Our growing team of volunteers all contribute significantly to the impact that we have as a charity on our direct beneficiaries regardless of the department that they work in of the level of time that they are able to commit.Our servicesprimarily offer a peersupport network to young people right across the UK allowing them to access a peer mentor who is of a similar age to them and somebody that they feel more comfortable speaking with.
If successful you will be joining a growing team of diverse but likeminded individuals collaborating to increase the reach of the Charity and improve support provisions available to young people.All of our volunteers and employees are remote workersbut that doesnt stop us keeping in touch and maintaining a strong positive culture amongst our whole team.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced individual to join theExecutive Leadership Team of the Charity. As Teenage Helpline continues to grow it is important that we build and maintain strong partnerships with other organisations. These partnerships may involve us working together with another organisation providing services for others or seeking services from others to advance the impact that we are able to have on our primary beneficiaries. The Partnerships Director will ensure that partnership opportunities are identified relationships are formed and that any working partnerships are maintained appropriately.
Responsibilities
- Develop maintain and execute our partnerships strategy taking into account a wide variety of partnerships that are available. Take guidance from the CEO and the Board of Trustees on potential partnership opportunities that will allow the Charity to continue to advance the impact that it has on young people.
- Work closely with the CEO to build and maintain strong relationships with other Charities Companies and other organisations that will create prosperous opportunities for the Charity.
- Where appropriate and in conjunction with the Board of Trustees seek opportunities for acquisitions. Proposeclear opportunities should they present themselvesto strengthen the individual output of separate organisations by allowing for the combining of skills and resources.
- Recruit design and lead a team of Partnership volunteers ensuring that they have the right coaching and guidance to succeed. This involves ensuring that the structure of the Partnerships team remains appropriate as the Charity grows.
- Partner closely with the YouthServices Director to ensure that any proposed partnerships would have the desired positive impact on the services that we are delivering to young people.
Skills
- 5 years experience required at a leadership or strategic level with clear prior experience in building partnerships across multiple organisations.
- Exceptional leadership business and interpersonal proficiency.
- Be able to set business targets timelines plans and financial targets.
- Be able to develop key partnership strategies and build a team to ensure delivery against commitments to the Charity.
- Prior thriving managerial experience.
- Demonstrate clear ability to inspire and motivate others to achieve.
- Excellent computer and technology skills.
- Demonstrate sound communication and presentation skills.
Our mission is to continue to grow towards becoming one ofthe best charities in the UK. Our aim is to do this by building a diverse team rich with different backgrounds and perspectives. Thereforeeven if you feel you only are a 75% match we would still love to hear from you. Skills can be learned but diversity cannot.
Benefits of volunteering with Teenage Helpline
We recognise that you will be joining us and giving your time as an inkind donation but there must be benefits for you too. When joining our team you will be open to the following benefits:
- Professional and personal development opportunities in a variety of skill areas through volunteering in real roles. This may be general development or tailored to your specific needs or ambitions
- Becoming a member of a strong network of likeminded individuals spread across the UK who you can connect with and collaborate with both within and outside of the Charity
- Access to bespoke discounts specifically designed for nonprofit workers and Teenage Helpline volunteers
- Opportunities to truly shape the future of the Charity having a direct influence over the impact that TeenageHelpline has on its direct beneficiaries
The hiring process
Our hiring process typically has two stages
- Video or WrittenApplication (when applicable)
- Interview with the Volunteering Coordinator for that role
Some roles will have extra stages but well let you know as early as possible if so.
Please let us know if you require any accommodations for the interview process and well do our best to assist.
Employment Type
Full Time
