Role:
Director of Education & Programmes
Location:
Remote
Commitment:
6-8 Hours per week
Terms
This is a permanent volunteer role
A Little Bit of Sunshine UK (ALBOS UK) is seeking to recruit a Director of Education and Programmes to lead and oversee our education and outreach programmes.
Our Work
A Little Bit of Sunshine is a charity dedicated to giving young people a voice in shaping mental health services that work for them. By connecting young people and decision-makers, we can co-create mental health systems that are inclusive, accessible, and effective for everyone.
We're a small charity run by volunteers and are looking to expand our team as we continue to grow. We are an inclusive charity and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role.
About the role
As the Director of Programmes and Education, you will lead the development and delivery of key projects, workshops, and outreach programmes. You will manage existing projects while also developing new ones that align with the charity’s strategy, ensuring that all work is driven by the needs and experiences of young people. Additionally, you will help build and maintain relationships with external partners and key stakeholders in the charity, mental health, and youth sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop the charity’s ongoing programmes and create new initiatives to meet strategic goals.
- Lead the development of an impact reporting, evaluation, and learning framework.
- Ensure that our work reflects developments in mental health, youth work, and social action.
- Build relationships with senior managers across various sectors, including charity, health, and social care.
- Work closely with the Youth Steering Group and wider team to co-create impactful programmes.
- Support the Senior Leadership Team by providing strategic advice on mental health education initiatives.
More responsibilities are listed within the attached role description.
Selection Process
- This role will close on the 18th November 2024 at 9am.
- Stage 1 selection process: 25th-29th November
- Stage 2 Interviews: 9th-14th December
If you would like to have an informal conversation with a member of our team please get in touch with the hiring manager at
callum.parr@albos.org.uk
Informal interviews will be held as and when suitable applicants apply, but all applications before the closure of the advert will be reviewed.
Please note that you must be 16 or over and be willing to undergo the DBS process to be appointed to this volunteer role.
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