don't stop me now day1 b
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Don'rt Stop Me Now Session 2TRANSCRIPT
Don’t stop me now…..Volunteer Management South Lakes
Step 1: Support of the General Manager is crucial
• Volunteering priority in Property Business Plan ‘ the development of volunteering across the property’
• Foresight to create Volunteer development Manager role
• Role put in senior position on the Property Leadership team
Step 2 : Where do we want to be in 2020?
Think Big!As part of the exemplar project asked for 3 key objectives:One property people team
Volunteers involved in every part of ourwork, practical, planning & management
Volunteers key part of and helping shapeour strategy
Step 2b: Creation of Volunteer Development plan
Gives clear vision for getting to 2020Everyone knows what were working towards & are part of itAllows easier planning of roles & projectsAble to plan resources, seek funding
Step 3:One South Lakes
Consistent property processes & systems essential; Recruitment, induction etc
A need for development & support for staff & volunteersCreation of Volunteer Leadership team (volunteers) consistent strategy, training & Development, communications & support
Step 4: Involve Staff
A feeling of being involved & not told
Pride in development of roles & volunteers
They know what’s happening
Problems & Concerns are dealt with
Try to involve everyone – can be a challenge
Step 5: Involve Volunteers
Feel part of the property
Feeling of ownership
Bring extra enthusiasm & passion
They have the time to develop roles & projects
Gives them renewed freshness in their volunteering
You’ll be amazed what they’ll offer to do!
Were having a good time!