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Volunteer Employability Programme Development Manager — Lead the Creation of a Life‑Changing Programme for Londoners
Unlock YOUR Potential | London
- Are you passionate about empowering people, designing impactful programmes and creating opportunities for adults who need them most?
- Do you want to use your skills to help a start‑up charity grow, thrive and transform lives across London?
If you’re someone who believes that a powerful employability programme can open doors, build confidence and change futures, then we’d love to have you on our journey.
WE Are Unlock YOUR Potential
Unlock YOUR Potential is a bold, people‑centred start‑up charity dedicated to helping adults across London unlock their confidence, rebuild their lives and step into new opportunities.
We will support people through:
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Careers Coaching
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Employability Skills
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Life Coaching
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Corporate Mentoring
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Personal Development
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Wellbeing Support …and so much more.
Our mission is simple: to help people believe in themselves again and move forward with purpose.
WE NEED YOU!!!
As a new and growing charity, we are building our programmes from the ground up — and we need a skilled, motivated and forward‑thinking Volunteer Employability Programme Development Manager who can hit the ground running and lead the creation of our flagship employability programme for adults from disadvantaged backgrounds in London.
Your leadership will help us launch a programme that is practical, empowering and life‑changing — and your work will directly shape the futures of the people we serve.
YOUR Mission
As our Volunteer Employability Programme Development Manager, you will:
- Design and develop our full employability programme from concept to launch.
- Create a structured, engaging and accessible curriculum for adults facing barriers to work.
- Build modules covering CV writing, interview skills, job search strategies, workplace confidence, digital skills and more.
- Work closely with our Careers Coaches, Mentors and Leadership Team to ensure the programme is holistic and impactful.
- Develop clear processes, delivery plans and evaluation methods.
- Ensure the programme is ready to launch as soon as possible.
- Bring creativity, structure and passion to a programme that will transform lives.
Your work will be at the heart of our mission — and your contribution will help ensure that adults across London gain the skills, confidence and support they need to thrive.
What You’ll Gain
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A chance to design and lead a major programme for a growing charity.
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Valuable experience in programme development, leadership and social impact.
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A meaningful role that directly changes people’s lives.
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The satisfaction of knowing your work is helping Londoners unlock their potential.
Who We’re Looking For
Someone who is:
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Experienced in employability, adult education, programme design or training.
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Confident creating structured learning pathways and practical skills programmes.
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Passionate about supporting disadvantaged adults.
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Organised, proactive and able to lead with purpose.
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Ready to help build something meaningful from the ground up.
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Excited to work in a fast‑moving start‑up charity environment.
If you’re ready to use your expertise to empower a charity with a powerful mission, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us — and help build the employability programme that will unlock thousands of futures.
Help Us Unlock Potential!!!
Career Coaching, Employability Skills, Personal Development, Life Coaching and Corporate Mentoring
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description:
We are looking for few candidates to join our volunteer human resource programme and gain real world experience in your chosen field. While we only have few vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria.
About the Role
The HR Programme Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the HR Programme and managing the HR Liaison. This position ensures the successful delivery of the HR Programme, aligning it with organisational goals and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. The Programme Manager will work closely with senior leadership, Heads of Department (HoDs), and the HR Liaison to design, implement, and refine the programme, ensuring it meets the needs of participants and the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Oversight of the HR Programme
- Develop and execute the strategic vision for the HR Programme, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
- Collaborate with the Director: HRBP, Legal, IT & HR Programme to define programme goals, KPIs, and success metrics.
- Continuously evaluate and refine the programme to address emerging needs and industry trends.
2. Team Leadership & Management
- Manage and mentor the HR Liaison, providing guidance and support to ensure effective programme execution.
- Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture, encouraging innovation and accountability.
3. Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Heads of Department (HoDs) and external partners to ensure programme relevance and impact.
- Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, providing regular updates on programme progress and outcomes.
4. Programme Design & Implementation
- Oversee the design and delivery of HR Programme content, ensuring it meets the developmental needs of participants.
- Coordinate with internal and external facilitators to deliver high-quality training sessions, workshops, and resources.
- Ensure the integration of feedback from participants and stakeholders to enhance programme effectiveness.
5. Monitoring & Evaluation
- Establish a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to track participant progress and programme impact.
- Analyse data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare comprehensive reports for senior leadership, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
6. Communication & Advocacy
- Promote the HR Programme across the organisation, ensuring high visibility and engagement.
- Develop communication strategies to highlight success stories and programme benefits.
Required Skills
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align the HR Programme with organisational goals and adapt to changing priorities.
- Leadership & Team Management: Proven experience in leading and mentoring teams to achieve results.
- Stakeholder Management: Exceptional relationship-building skills to engage and influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Project Management: Strong organisational skills to manage complex programmes, budgets, and timelines.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate programme vision and outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in programme management, learning and development, or a related field.
- Experience in designing and implementing professional development programmes.
Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer
Benefits:
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Are you sure you can commit to this being a non-paid role?
- Can you commit to 16 weeks ?
- Do you have access to personal PC or laptop?
Work Location: Remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.