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About TimeGivers

TimeGivers is a young, dynamic, and rapidly growing charity dedicated to empowering young people to make a positive impact in their communities. As an entrepreneurial organisation in our growth phase, we're building innovative programmes that connect children with meaningful volunteering opportunities, helping them develop empathy, leadership skills and a lifelong commitment to giving back. Our creative approach brings together young people and local organisations along with volunteers from the community and corporates, to create transformative community service experiences.

The Role

We're seeking a passionate and strategic Volunteer Partnerships and Strategy Manager to join our entrepreneurial team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in fast-paced, fluid environments and is excited about building programmes from the ground up. You'll have the opportunity to shape our volunteering strategy and forge meaningful partnerships as we scale our impact. This is a London-based role, primarily working at the charity s headquarters in West London.

What You'll Own

Building and executing our volunteer recruitment and engagement strategy

Identifying and securing corporate partnerships to drive volunteer participation

Managing relationships with organisations with individuals who potentially have time to volunteer

Creating innovative volunteer retention programmes that keep participants coming back

Developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives

Contributing to our overall growth strategy

Supporting the scale-up of a new and exciting organisation, leveraging the power of volunteering

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development and Management

Build and nurture partnerships with corporations, and organisations with individual volunteers

Help to design and implement corporate volunteering programmes that benefit both volunteers and children

Develop sustainable partnerships to ensure consistent volunteer participation

Create compelling partnership proposals and impact reports

Proactively identify new partnership opportunities and innovative collaboration approaches

Volunteer Engagement and Support

Help to design and implement engaging volunteer experiences that inspire long-term commitment

Create volunteer recognition and reward programmes to enhance retention

Act as the key point of contact for corporate volunteers and creative professionals

Coordinate volunteer schedules and assignments for children's community service events

Ensure all volunteers receive proper training and support, developing and managing an effective volunteer onboarding and training programme.

Maintain high safety standards and adherence to safeguarding protocols

Gather and analyse volunteer feedback to improve programme effectiveness

Build a strong volunteer community that advocates for and promotes TimeGivers

Programme Development and Management

Proactively identify opportunities to enhance volunteer programmes

Help to design innovative volunteer experiences that benefit both children and volunteers

Coordinate logistics for community service events and activities

Develop volunteer training materials and orientation programmes

Track and report on programme metrics and impact

Create and document success stories and case studies

Continuously improve programmes based on feedback and observations

Join Us if You Are

Passionate about youth development and community service

A natural relationship builder who thrives on creating connections

Self-motivated and comfortable driving initiatives independently

Experienced in volunteer recruitment and management or community engagement

Skilled at working with diverse stakeholder groups

Energised by creating meaningful experiences for children

Committed to safeguarding and child protection

A creative thinker who loves developing new ideas and solutions

Comfortable in a startup environment and excited by growth

A team player who collaborates effectively across functions

Passionate about creating exceptional volunteer experiences

Must-Have Qualities

Proven experience in volunteer management or partnership development

Strong safeguarding awareness and commitment

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to engage effectively with both corporate professionals and creative practitioners

Experience coordinating events or programmes involving children

Strong project management capabilities

Comfortable with data analysis and impact measurement

Digital-savvy with experience in standard office software

Proactive problem-solver with entrepreneurial mindset

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships

Bonus Points

Experience working with corporate giving programmes or CSR teams

Background in performing arts or creative industries

Previous work in startup or high-growth environments

Experience working with children's charities

Event management experience

Safeguarding certification

Track record of successful volunteer retention programmes

Experience scaling community programmes

What We Offer

Opportunity to shape young people's volunteering experiences

Chance to build programmes from the ground up in a growing organisation

Flexible working arrangements

Real ownership and impact

Supportive, mission-driven team culture

Professional development opportunities

Chance to work with diverse community partners

Environment that welcomes and rewards creative thinking

Diversity and Inclusion

TimeGivers is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences. We believe that diversity strengthens our team and enhances the impact of our work.

Safeguarding

TimeGivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.