At Bright Future, we are on a mission to empower young people and build an inclusive future. Through strategic partnerships and community-led programs, we bridge the gap between education and meaningful employment. Our work thrives on collaboration with employers, volunteers, and changemakers like you.
Role Overview
We’re looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven Manager to lead our Employer Engagement and Volunteer Engagement strategies. In this dual-role, you’ll be the key connector, building strong relationships with corporate partners and inspiring a community of volunteers who support our mission.
You’ll shape opportunities for youth employment, internships, mentoring, and volunteering, creating win-win partnerships that drive impact and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Employer Engagement
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Develop and execute a robust strategy to engage employers for job placements, internships, apprenticeships, and industry exposure.
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Cultivate long-term partnerships with corporate organizations, CSR leaders, industry bodies, and government stakeholders.
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Collaborate with internal teams to design customized employer offerings aligned with our youth development goals.
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Stay updated on employment trends and the future of work to inform program design and employer strategy.
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Represent the organization in corporate forums, roundtables, and networking events.
Volunteer Engagement
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Design and implement strategies to recruit, onboard, train, and retain a vibrant volunteer base.
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Curate meaningful and skill-based volunteering opportunities aligned with the needs of the organization and its youth programs.
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Drive employee volunteering and pro bono engagements with corporate partners.
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Monitor volunteer satisfaction and impact, ensuring a positive experience and long-term connection with the organization.
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Leverage digital tools and platforms to scale volunteer reach and engagement.
What We’re Looking For
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6–8 years of experience in partnership development, CSR, talent acquisition, or volunteer management — preferably in the social impact or education sector.
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Strong relationship-building, networking, and stakeholder management skills.
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Proven ability to design and drive engagement strategies with measurable results.
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Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and teams with a collaborative, youth-centric approach.
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Passion for working with youth and advancing equity and opportunity.
Nice to Have
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Experience working with or within corporate CSR teams.
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Exposure to volunteer platforms or HR tech tools.
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Prior experience in building or scaling volunteer programs.
Why Join Us?
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Purpose-Driven Work: Be a part of something bigger. Every partnership you build changes a young person’s future.
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People-First Culture: We care about our team’s growth, wellbeing, and voices.
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Innovation-Friendly: Your ideas are welcome here, and they’ll be heard.
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Opportunities to Grow: Access to learning, leadership development, and a community of changemakers.
