Overview
Here at the Royal British Legion, we are currently embarking on an exciting new phase within our Membership directorate. As part of our new ten‑year strategy, we are pleased to be seeking a Head of Youth in a newly created, leadership role.
The role will be based within the Membership, Armed Forces and Community Engagement team, contributing to the delivery of our new strategy by leading a nationally‑scaled, innovative youth approach and creating the conditions for our organisation to thrive for future generations.
Reporting directly to the Director of Armed Forces Engagement, Partnerships and Youth, the Head of Youth will identify and develop strategic, high‑impact youth partnerships at a national level (including in the devolved nations) to help us reach more young people in innovative ways, advancing RBL’s vision of "Bringing Society Together to Recognise, Remember and Support the Armed Forces Community".
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement a Cadet Forces engagement and partnership working strategy aimed at both cadets and CFAVs, raising awareness of the role of the armed forces community, promoting engagement in remembrance activities (including the wearing of the poppy) and fostering understanding of RBL.
* Lead the development and approval of the RBL Schools and Learning Strategy, collaborating across departments to maximise engagement with school‑age children.
* Work with our current youth members to redesign and relaunch the youth membership, ensuring RBL offers a relevant, engaging and attractive youth membership offer.
* Demonstrate creativity, initiative and thought‑leadership in planning, piloting and developing youth initiatives with partners.
* Act as a champion for young people internally and externally to partners.
Travel & Working Hours
The role is full time, 35 hours per week, Monday‑Friday. You will be expected to travel regularly, including to London Haig House. Your home address will be your contracted base when not traveling.
Requirements
* Full UK driving licence.
* Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken as part of the pre‑employment checks.
Benefits
* 28 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days.
* Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
* Generous pension contributions – employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%.
* Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on the role.
* Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice.
* Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives.
* Opportunities to volunteer.
* Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
Diversity & Inclusion
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability, provided they meet all essential criteria.
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