- Organization
- M4A Foundation - CrowdDoing
Learning and development sub-team
- Duration
- Recruiting through Oct 30th
- Location
- El Dorado Hills, CA
Opportunity Details
Ongoing
Remote
Recruiting through Oct 30th
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

About this Opportunity
Learning and Development Sub-Team: This team will work with all volunteers, new and existing, to help them achieve their professional development goals within CrowdDoing. They will design and implement training programs, provide resources for self-directed learning, and offer opportunities for mentorship and skill development. This team will also track volunteers' growth and development, providing feedback and recognition to keep them engaged and motivated.
The Learning and Development Sub-Team plays a key role in fostering the growth and development of volunteers within CrowdDoing. Here's a proposed roadmap for this team:
Assess Development Needs: Collaborate with other teams, especially the Role Adaptation and Expert Recruitment Sub-Teams, to understand the skills and competencies needed in various roles. Additionally, conduct individual assessments to understand the personal development goals of each volunteer.
Design Training Programs: Based on the assessment, design various training programs that cater to the needs of the volunteers. These could range from technical skills training, soft skills development, or understanding organizational processes.
Create a Resource Repository: Develop a repository of resources that volunteers can access for self-directed learning. This could include articles, online courses, webinars, e-books, and more. Regularly update this repository based on emerging needs and feedback.
Develop a Mentorship Program: Pair less experienced volunteers with seasoned ones or with subject matter experts. This mentorship program can provide personalized guidance, support, and knowledge sharing.
Implement Training Programs: Roll out the training programs in a structured manner. Make sure the programs are accessible and inclusive, considering factors like different time zones, language proficiency, and more.
Track Progress and Provide Feedback: Monitor the progress of volunteers in these programs. Provide constructive feedback to help them improve. Recognize and appreciate their efforts and achievements to keep them motivated.
Periodic Skill Gap Analysis: Conduct periodic skill gap analyses to understand if any new training needs have emerged. This could be due to new projects, updated technology, or changing industry trends.
Review and Improve: Regularly review the effectiveness of the training programs, the resource repository, and the mentorship program. Gather feedback from the volunteers and use it to improve these initiatives.
Career Development Support: Provide support for volunteers who wish to advance their careers within the organization. This could involve helping them set career goals, providing resources to help them achieve these goals, and guiding them on potential career paths within CrowdDoing.
Collaborate with Other Teams: Regularly collaborate with other sub-teams to align efforts, share insights, and ensure all development activities are in sync with the organization's broader goals and objectives.
By following this roadmap, the Learning and Development Sub-Team can effectively support the continuous growth and development of volunteers, thus contributing to the overall success of CrowdDoing.
For questions and correspondence regarding codesigning a perfect volunteer role for yourself in the CrowdDoing systems change venture lab please email: "[email protected]"
Watch our video to learn more: Systemic change by CrowdDoing
Skills/Interests
- Human Resources