I support youth organisations and charities to design effective programmes, build sustainable volunteer models and demonstrate measurable impact.Experience supporting youth programmes, leadership initiatives and community organisations to strengthen delivery and demonstrate meaningful impact.
Many organisations working with young people are delivering valuable programmes but face challenges such as:• Demonstrating programme impact to funders and partners
• Designing new programmes for young people
• Developing clear Theory of Change or impact frameworks
• Strengthening volunteer recruitment and retention
• Scaling programmes while maintaining quality and sustainabilityI work with organisations to address these challenges by developing practical strategies and frameworks that support programme delivery and measurable impact.
Impact Framework DevelopmentMany organisations are delivering valuable programmes for young people but find it challenging to clearly demonstrate the difference their work is making. Funders, trustees and partners increasingly expect organisations to show evidence of outcomes and impact.I support organisations to design structured impact frameworks that help them understand and demonstrate the results of their work. These frameworks provide a clear link between programme activities and the outcomes they are intended to achieve.This work may include:• Development of Theory of Change models that map how programmes create change
• Defining clear outcomes and indicators that show progress
• Designing monitoring and evaluation systems that collect useful data
• Creating impact reporting structures for funders and stakeholders
• Supporting teams to embed evaluation within everyday programme deliveryBy developing clear impact frameworks, organisations are better able to learn from their work, strengthen programme design and demonstrate the value of their programmes to partners and funders.
Youth Programme StrategyDeveloping effective programmes for young people requires a clear understanding of the needs of participants, the objectives of the organisation and the practical realities of delivery.I work with organisations to design and refine programmes that are engaging, purposeful and capable of delivering meaningful outcomes for young people. This may involve supporting organisations to develop new initiatives or reviewing existing programmes to identify opportunities for improvement and growth.Support can include:• Programme design and development
• Youth leadership and participation pathways
• Programme delivery models and activity frameworks
• Strategic planning for programme growth
• Programme review and improvementThis work helps organisations ensure that programmes are structured effectively, aligned with organisational goals and capable of delivering positive experiences for young people.
Volunteer Growth and EngagementVolunteers play a central role in many youth organisations, providing the time, skills and energy needed to deliver programmes. However, recruiting and retaining volunteers can be one of the biggest challenges organisations face.I support organisations to strengthen volunteer engagement by developing strategies that improve recruitment, onboarding and long-term participation.Support may include:• Volunteer recruitment strategies and outreach approaches
• Volunteer role design and role clarity
• Onboarding and training frameworks
• Volunteer support and retention strategies
• Reviews of the volunteer experience within programmesStrengthening volunteer systems helps organisations build sustainable programmes while ensuring volunteers feel supported, valued and confident in their roles.
Projects typically involve supporting organisations to strengthen programmes and demonstrate impact.Engagements may include:
• Impact framework development and Theory of Change design
• Programme strategy reviews and programme design support
• Volunteer recruitment and engagement strategies
• Monitoring and evaluation frameworks for youth programmes
I have extensive experience supporting youth organisations and community initiatives to strengthen programmes, develop leadership opportunities and build sustainable delivery models.My work has involved supporting organisations to develop new programmes, review existing initiatives and strengthen the ways in which they measure and demonstrate impact. This has included work relating to programme strategy, youth engagement, volunteer systems and organisational development.Through this work I have supported organisations to design programmes that engage young people, build leadership skills and strengthen communities.My approach combines strategic thinking with practical tools and frameworks, ensuring organisations receive solutions that are both thoughtful and usable in real-world delivery environments.
Programme Impact FrameworkSupported the development of an impact framework for a youth leadership initiative. This work included developing a Theory of Change model, defining outcomes and indicators, and creating monitoring tools that enabled the organisation to better demonstrate programme impact to partners and funders.Youth Programme DesignWorked with an organisation to develop the structure for a youth programme focused on leadership and community engagement. This included programme design, activity structure and approaches to measuring participant outcomes.Volunteer Growth StrategyDeveloped a volunteer recruitment and engagement strategy to support the expansion of youth programmes. This work included reviewing volunteer roles, designing onboarding processes and identifying approaches to strengthen volunteer retention.
I work collaboratively with organisations to ensure that any frameworks, strategies or recommendations developed are practical, relevant and aligned with the organisation’s goals.The consultancy process typically includes several stages:DiscoveryAn initial conversation to understand the organisation’s goals, programmes and challenges. This stage helps clarify priorities and identify areas where support may be most valuable.Programme and Context ReviewA review of existing programme structures, delivery models and available information to understand how programmes are currently operating.Strategy and Framework DevelopmentDevelopment of frameworks or strategies that strengthen programme delivery and support organisational impact.Practical Tools and RecommendationsProviding organisations with clear recommendations and practical tools that can be used in day-to-day programme delivery.Embedding and LearningSupporting organisations to embed new approaches and use evaluation and learning to continuously strengthen programmes.
I support organisations working with young people and communities, including:• Youth organisations
• Charities and community groups
• Local partnerships and initiatives
• Organisations developing programmes for young people
Organisations often benefit from an initial conversation to explore programme challenges or opportunities.I offer a short introductory conversation to understand your organisation’s goals and discuss how I may be able to support.This conversation can help clarify priorities and identify areas where strategic support may be valuable.
If your organisation is developing programmes, exploring ways to measure impact or looking to strengthen volunteer engagement, I would be happy to discuss how I can support.If your organisation is developing programmes, reviewing impact or exploring new initiatives for young people, I would be happy to arrange a short conversation to explore how I can support.