Job Summary
The Executive/Senior Executive (Youth Development) is responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of the volunteer management process, including recruitment, training, deployment, and engagement of youth volunteers. This includes end-to-end programme curation, coordination, implementation, and review to support youth development, nurture leadership competencies and align volunteers with suitable community initiatives. The role requires maintaining programme effectiveness aligned with organisational outcomes, reporting standards, budget discipline, and progress documentation. The incumbent also strengthens partnerships with community and organisational stakeholders to foster meaningful youth engagement and drive positive social impact.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Curate, coordinate, implement, and review Youth Development (YD) programmes and volunteering initiatives in collaboration with strategic partners, ensuring alignment with youth development/learning outcomes.
- Recruit, onboard, deploy, and manage youth volunteers effectively across various programmes, ensuring proper placement based on interests and strengths.
- Plan and conduct training sessions and workshops to equip youth volunteers with essential knowledge, skills, and values for effective community service and leadership.
- Monitor and support the progress and development of youth volunteers, providing guidance and opportunities for personal and leadership growth.
- Maintain programme budgets and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to achieve operational efficiency, ensure compliance and align with approved financial allocations.
- Maintain accurate volunteer records, update databases, and generate timely reports to track programme outcomes and volunteer contributions.
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with social service agencies, corporate partners, and community stakeholders to support programme outreach and youth engagement efforts.
- Design and implement initiatives/events to engage, appreciate, and retain volunteers, including recognition events and feedback mechanisms.
- Undertake any other responsibilities and assignments as delegated by the reporting officer or Executive Director to support departmental and organisational objectives.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree or diploma, preferably in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Community Development or related fields with work experience in the community or social service sector.
Knowledge
- Familiar with volunteer management and youth engagement practices
- Understanding of programme and project planning in the community or social service sector
- Proficient in Microsoft Office comfortable using virtual engagement tools such as Zoom, Google Meet basic Canva knowledge is a plus
Skills
- Project and time management
- Written and verbal communication
- Presentation and facilitation
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Interpersonal skills able to work collaboratively with youths, team members, and partners
Attributes
- Proactive, self-motivated, and independent
- Passionate about youth development and community service
- Responsible and professional, aligned with the organisation's I-DARE values
- Adaptable and open to learning and feedback
Working Conditions
- Regular working hours: 9am - 6pm
- Work environment includes air-conditioned office and outdoor venues (e.g. schools, community sites). Physically active, required to travel between programme locations
- Expected to work on Saturdays and weekday nights due to the programme nature and students availabilities
