Job Description

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.