Ongoing Role with Standing tall

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Organisation Description

Standing Tall is a social business that helps people rebuild their lives after homelessness through a stable job, a safe home, and one-to-one support across 8 UK cities. Every person we support generates £57,000+ in social value. Our model works: 4 out of 5 people are in work, living independently and thriving 12 months later. As we continue to grow, we are launching a network of volunteer Connectors to help expand our reach within the business community.

What are they looking for?

Could you use your business connections to help more people leave homelessness for good? We’re looking for well-connected business professionals in Birmingham, Bristol and Manchester to become Standing Tall Connectors. This is a voluntary, unpaid role that fits alongside existing professional commitments.

THE ROLE

This is an unremunerated volunteer position for individuals who believe in our mission and want to use their local networks, influence and business connections to help more people leave homelessness behind for good.

Connectors will represent Standing Tall within local business communities, attend networking events, and building strategic relationships. They will engage businesses that want to be part of the solution to homelessness – either as Employer Partners providing permanent entry-level jobs, or as Mission Partners whose investment of £1,000 (+VAT) helps one person leave the streets for good.

This role is ideal for someone who:
-Is passionate about making a tangible social impact
-Enjoys connecting people and opening doors
-Has strong local business relationships
-Wants to contribute their skills and network to a meaningful cause

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary role of a Connector is to leverage their networks, attend relevant business events and identify opportunities to engage prospective corporate partners.

While there is no prescriptive approach to the role, Connectors are expected to help secure £12,000 (+VAT) of Mission Partner investment annually – enough to help 12 people leave the streets for good. This may be achieved through a number of relationships and introductions, or through a smaller number of highly engaged partners. Our focus is on creating meaningful connections that help more businesses become part of the solution to homelessness. Connectors are also encouraged to help identify prospective Employer Partners and facilitate introductions to the Standing Tall team.

Connectors will attend approximately 1–3 local business events per month and make introductions with occasional virtual meetings. We are flexible and understand availability may vary. Terms last for 12 months.

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