Unit manager

You will do this by overseeing your team to lead weekly meetings, organising other youth development activities and actively participating in the recruitment, training and retention of the young people and volunteers in your unit. You will strive to manage a vibrant and thriving Unit that attracts, motivates and retains its volunteers to be active in the delivery of St John Ambulance’s charitable vision and mission. You will provide an engaging quality programme and offer support, guidance and development opportunities which give the best possible experience for your volunteers and young people.

Key Competencies:
• Keen to engage with young people and Volunteers and guide them to achieve their goals
• Align with St John Ambulance HEART values of Humanity, Excellence, Accountability, Responsiveness and Teamwork
• Excellent organisational, problem solving and decision making abilities
• An empowering and encouraging role model
• Open-minded and inclusive
• Clear communicator and active listener
Key Responsibilities:
• Proactive manager of youth leaders and cadets
• Adaptable approach
• Decisive decision making
• Setting unit goals
• Encouraging youth leader team to deliver interesting and engaging session plans
• Inspiring young people to get involved in social action
• Engaging in district wide goals to improve the service