Head of Program for Sustainability Advocates

Salary Unpaid

(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 (3 years) 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. 

 

General qualifications to become part of the Leadership Team  

  • Motivated student or recent graduate (less than 3 years) in the Copenhagen area with the ability to commit to the program 

  • Ability to work both independently as well as in a team  

  • Fluent in English 

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively  

  • Open-minded, compassionate, and proactive    

  • Strong interest in the UN Sustainability Development Goals, and change-making   

 

With the conclusion of the 2023-2024 academic cycle, exciting opportunities have arisen for positions within the entire Leadership Team, which are now open and available. This is your chance to step into a leadership role and play a significant part in shaping the future direction of our program! 

  • Head of program (preferably 2)  

  • HR Manager (preferably 2)  

  • Communication Manager

  • Community/ Event Manager  

 

Head of Programme

There will be 1-2 Co-Heads of the programme to strategize, coordinate the team internally and represent the programme at external events. You will ensure that the people in the team know their roles and responsibilities and will develop the scope of the overall programme with them. 


Support and Supervision 

Station’s management will be supporting you in tasks and personal development. A monthly meeting with other Head of Programme is facilitated to share knowledge and find solutions to struggles.  


Qualifications  

  • Great organisational and planning skills 

  • Thrives with responsibility and leading a team 

  • Good and clear communication skills 

  • People’s person who can involve, encourage, and support others in their tasks and personal development 

     

Tasks  

  • Leading responsibility of strategizing and organising the overall purpose, mission, and goals of the programme jointly with the Sustainability Advocates leadership team and Station management 

  • Coordinating weekly meetings and follow up on progress 

  • Initiate partnerships with civic, public, and private entities 


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 Programme within Sustainability Advocates. Together, we can drive meaningful change and create a more sustainable future. 

Apply today and be part of this exciting journey! 


For more information or questions please contact us at michael.b@station.dk

Perks and benefits

This job comes with several perks and benefits

Flexible working hours
Flexible working hours

Time is precious. Make it count. Morning person or night owl, this job is for you.

Free coffee / tea
Free coffee / tea

Get your caffeine fix to get you started and keep you going.

Near public transit
Near public transit

Easy access and treehugger friendly workplace.

Social gatherings
Social gatherings

Social gatherings and games; hang out with your colleagues.

Skill development
Skill development

We want to take you from good to great.

Maternity / paternity leave
Maternity / paternity leave

Kids are the future, go spend time with them.

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Working at
Station

Roles at the bottom of the page! We are an interdisciplinary community of students and recent graduates, who: 1. create the most thriving crossdisciplinary student community 2. empower students through hands-on programmes and projects about sustainability, innovation and entrepreneurship, and 3. engage in collaborations with the private, public and civic sector. Station is a non-profit volunteer foundation dedicated to youth communities, well-being promotion, and empowering students. Our mission is to create meaningful and inclusive communities that allow students from across the country's higher education institutions to transform their engagement, curiosity, and ideas into positive change for themselves and the world. We are located in the former Frederiksberg police station at Howitzvej 30, which, following extensive renovation funded by support raised by students themselves, now serves as a modern hub for activities and innovation for students and graduates. Station is a meeting point for young people, students, and graduates who wish to participate in new and meaningful value-driven communities, challenge themselves in their fields, and be inspired by new mindsets and perspectives. Each year, we welcome over 50,000 visitors to our house, representing a diverse range of students and graduates with varying expertise, nationalities, and cultures. We serve as the nexus for approximately 250 regular members, 24 student organizations, and 100 volunteers annually, who engage through our ongoing volunteer initiatives, learning programs, and over 60 yearly activities. Station is operated by a professional secretariat that carries out tasks related to e.g. community building, project management, event management, communications, fundraising, business development, partnerships, and more. By collaborating closely with volunteers and student initiatives, we work to ensure transparency and cross-collaboration within our community and organisation, where our members, volunteers and visitors are the heart of our organisation and at the forefront of our movement.

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