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Introducing the Aspiring Heads of Volunteering\u2122 Programme<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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If you are looking to make your first move into a Head of Volunteering role this programme is for you!\u00a0 We understand that it\u2019s not always easy to see how you can move from an operational day to day volunteer management role into more strategic leadership, and that support to do this may not always be available within your organisation.<\/p>

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Finding career development support from people who actually understand the world of volunteering can be tricky, and it can sometimes feel like targeted development to support career progression in volunteering is particularly hard to find.<\/p>

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This programme has been developed specifically to address these needs.\u00a0 Aspiring Heads of Volunteering\u2122 is designed and delivered by a team who have personal experience of both being Heads of Volunteering and of recruiting Heads of Volunteering in multiple organisations.\u00a0 In addition, they have extensive experience in learning and development.\u00a0 This programme will help you build the knowledge, skills and confidence to explore how you can move into a Head of Volunteering role.<\/p>

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Running over seven months, the Aspiring Head of Volunteering\u2122 programme is targeted at experienced volunteering managers seeking to transition to their first Head of Volunteering role.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\"It was good to create deeper connections with people in the ALS group.\"\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cAction Learning Sets are so valuable. I\u2019ve enjoyed the opportunity to be part of them.\u201d \t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cI was initially very apprehensive about action learning sets, but as a small group we have really bonded and we have all got so much out of these type of sessions. It takes a lot to put yourself in a potentially vulnerable position, but the space felt very safe to do so \u2013 and the rewards are huge!\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cThis much needed programme within the profession is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to move into strategic volunteering leadership and take that next step as a Head of Volunteering. It\u2019s been developed by experts in leadership development and in volunteering, who have also been on this journey personally. This will be extremely beneficial for anyone lucky enough to be part of it.\"\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJulie Meredith<\/span>Associate Director of Volunteering, People Engagement & Inclusion - Cats Protection<\/span><\/cite>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cI\u2019m honestly really inspired by your online facilitation skills\u2026 it\u2019s really great to see it modelled so well in the course. Being warm, welcoming and also authoritative in corralling a big online meeting is a real skill so thank you for showing us how to do it well.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cThank you as always. Learning so much from Helen and Charlotte and my peers.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cAn excellent webinar with a great balance of theory, panel discussion and opportunity to contribute\u2026 The background reading \/work beforehand was great \u2013 relevant and engaging. Thank you.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cI felt so energised and enthused after the workshop\u2026 I was inspired by speaking to peers and to Helen and Charlotte. The most interactive and thoughtful training programme I have done in a long time.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cThank you for creating a welcoming and inclusive space.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIt is fantastic to finally have a course dedicated to volunteer management at a higher, more strategic level\u2026 it\u2019s clear that elevating the discourse around volunteer leadership will have a significant impact on our sector.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cThere has been so much to enjoy \u2013 meeting the other participants and the warmth, honesty and expertise of the trainers\u2026\u201d \t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cThis is a great programme for anyone looking to move into strategic volunteer leadership or into a Head of Volunteering role. Charlotte and Helen have vast experience in volunteering leadership and development across many organisations, and together, as great trainers and facilitators, that\u2018s a winning combination. This will also be fun! I recommend this learning to anyone who wants to develop their volunteering leadership skills.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Rachael Bayley<\/span>Director of Membership Services \u2013 Girlguiding<\/span><\/cite>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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