(Volunteer Position) 

About the Program 

Sustainability Advocates is a dynamic and educational volunteering program operating within Station, the Student Innovation House located near CBS in Copenhagen. We are actively seeking passionate and driven students and recent graduates from diverse educational backgrounds who are eager to create a positive impact in the field of sustainability. 

As a volunteer within Sustainability Advocates, you will have the unique chance to take ownership of your own sustainability-related project idea. We believe in empowering our volunteers to lead their initiatives, offering support and resources to bring these projects to life. 

You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with local companies and institutions within the Copenhagen area, fostering valuable connections and maximizing your impact. 

At the core of our program is the Leadership Team, a dedicated group of volunteers that collectively defines the program's framework, commits to a series of projects, and sets ambitious goals. Once the kick-off phase is complete, the Leadership Team actively recruits volunteers like you to join them in working on these projects. The volunteer commitment spans a period of five months, from September to January. 

Head of Finance & Partnerships 

As Head of Finance & Partnerships, you will be responsible for overseeing the economic outlook and financial planning of the program. Your primary task will be to ensure proper resource allocation to ensure sufficient funds for the successful development of projects. You will also play an important role in cultivating valuable partnerships within the Copenhagen region, contributing to the program’s growth and success. 

Qualifications  

• Analytical mindset  

• Skilled at working with numbers and Excel  

• Interested in resource allocation and budgeting  

• Responsible and reliable with strong motivation to deliver excellent results to organizations  

Tasks  

• Arrange meetings with the Heads of the Program to define and align resource allocation, ensuring adherence to the program’s scope, expectations, and priorities 

• Deliver the budget proposal for Sustainability Advocates to Station, who holds the responsibility for the overall funding of the program 

• Follow the development of each project by ensuring that the allocated funds are appropriately allocated and adhered to by the teams, without exceeding the designated budget  

• Conduct quarterly meetings with Station to demonstrate our adherence to the proposed budget  

• Foster partnerships between Sustainability Advocates and exciting organizations and companies  

• Aid in securing the necessary financial resources for the program 

If you want to take a look at some of the previous projects: https://www.sustainabilityadvocates.dk/projects 

If you are passionate about sustainability and eager to make a tangible impact while gaining valuable experience and connections, we invite you to join us as Head of Finance and Partnerships within Sustainability Advocates. Together, we can drive meaningful change and create a more sustainable future. 

Apply today and be part of this exciting journey! 

If Sustainability Advocates sounds like an exciting program for you, but you don't feel like embarking on a Finance and Partnerships journey yet, you can apply to our other open positions on TheHub.