JumpIN
Jump IN
Jump into your volunteering journey!
Jump IN is an all-encompassing programme, which supports you in every stage of your volunteering journey. Whether you are a seasoned volunteer, or looking for your first role, Jump IN is there for you. The programme allows you to take part in volunteering fairs, training sessions and expert Q&As, so that you can build the skills and knowledge you need to step into any role with confidence. From team collaboration and negotiation; to volunteer governance and fundraising, you will be able to explore every aspect of volunteering.
Sign up so you hear first when training sessions, volunteering fairs, and webinars are announced!
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Upcoming Training
Jump IN
The Jump IN programme is hosting a range of workshops across Development Weeks, supporting you as you navigate your volunteering journey. Whether you are just starting out, or are volunteering in a leadership position, we hope our upcoming sessions will support you to further build your skills and confidence.
The Importance of Mentoring and Building Networks - Tuesday 25th May 2021, 14:30-16:00
Join Victoria Denoon, President of the Queen’s University Belfast Graduates' Association, to explore the power of networking and mentoring where you will discover:
- How networking can help with career development
- The importance of mentoring and the opportunities it can create
Click here to register.
Fresh Thinking - Creative Approaches in Volunteering - Wednesday 26th May 2021, 13:30-15:30
Join our entrepreneur-in-residence, Helen Keys, to explore innovation and design thinking in the world of volunteering. This online event will focus on:
- Techniques to get the creative juices flowing
- Creating game changing solutions to real challenges in the volunteering sector
Click here to register.
Conflict Resolution - Wednesday 2nd June 2021, 14:00-16:00
Join Enda Young, from The Clinton Leadership Institute, to explore the key elements of conflict resolution. This online event will explore:
- An introduction to key theories and concepts of conflict resolution
- An insight into the neuroscience of conflict resolution
- Understanding the causes of conflict resolution
- An overview of negotiation and mediation
- Practical and useful conflict resolution skills and strategies
This session is targeted at Queen's students volunteering in leadership positions (e.g. academic reps, student council, peer mentors, club/society committee members) but is open to all Queen's staff and students.
Click here to register.
Volunteer Management - Recruit, Retain, Reward Volunteers - several dates available
Join George, from Volunteer Now Enterprises Ltd., to explore everything you need to know to deliver effective volunteer management.
This session will explore:
- Promoting volunteer opportunities
- Recruitment of volunteers
- Volunteer induction
- Effective volunteer management tools
- Motivating and supporting volunteers
- Valuing volunteers
This session is targeted at Queen's staff and students who are supporting/supervising student volunteers but is open to all Queen's staff and students.
Thursday 29th July 14:00-16:00 - Click here to register.
Wednesday 18th August 14:00-16:00 - Click here to register.
Tuesday 7 September 14:00-16:00 - Click here to register.
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**Links for all the events will be forwarded to you after registering via Eventbrite**
These events are open to Queen's students and staff only. Please register using your Queen's email account.
- Eligibility Criteria
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Open to all Queen’s students, studying any discipline at any level.
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