{"id":15650,"date":"2024-10-15T09:36:18","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T08:36:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/?p=15650"},"modified":"2024-10-16T15:44:46","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T14:44:46","slug":"advancing-volunteering-in-complex-organisational-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/10\/advancing-volunteering-in-complex-organisational-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"Advancing volunteering in complex organisational systems"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insights from Dr Helen Timbrell<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a world where volunteering is becoming increasingly crucial to organisational success, mastering the art of volunteer management is more important than ever. In our recent conference, we invited Helen Timbrell to come and explore this fascinating topic with our attendees. You can catch the session below: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YgU5wfQ3UTY&amp;list=PLoFqTVimJTjtbm792WI_5K3ZbQyAXghUb&amp;index=1&amp;t=1071s&amp;pp=gAQBiAQB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Advancing volunteering in complex organisational systems with Helen Timbrell<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YgU5wfQ3UTY?si=XvJQwvdaHAiT18au\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p><br>A leading consultant, researcher, and coach in strategic volunteer development, Helen has extensive experience working with organisations like Citizens Advice and the National Trust. She offers a unique perspective on how organisations can harness the transformative power of volunteers to drive systemic growth and cultural change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Being a volunteer manager is like being&#8230; Taylor Swift? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, Helen Timbrell drew a brilliant parallel between Taylor Swift\u2019s relentless tour schedule and the role of volunteer managers. Just like Swift, volunteer managers are expected to keep showing up, night after night, no matter what challenges they&#8217;ve faced before. Helen pointed out that the job can feel endless and exhausting, with constant expectations from others.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TK-Presentation-Helen-Timbrell-Sept-24.pptx-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Taylor Swift &quot;Look what you made me do&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-15660\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TK-Presentation-Helen-Timbrell-Sept-24.pptx-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TK-Presentation-Helen-Timbrell-Sept-24.pptx-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TK-Presentation-Helen-Timbrell-Sept-24.pptx-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TK-Presentation-Helen-Timbrell-Sept-24.pptx-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TK-Presentation-Helen-Timbrell-Sept-24.pptx-900x506.png 900w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TK-Presentation-Helen-Timbrell-Sept-24.pptx-1280x720.png 1280w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TK-Presentation-Helen-Timbrell-Sept-24.pptx.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>She noted that being a volunteer manager, like being a solo performer, can feel quite exposing, even if you have a team behind you. You&#8217;re often the one in the spotlight, carrying the weight of responsibility. But, when done well, both are great at building a sense of community and recognising the contributions of those around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Helen also compared the criticism faced by both Taylor Swift and volunteer managers, often unrelated to the real issues at hand. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Limits of Responsibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Volunteer managers, she explained, are often asked to solve problems that aren\u2019t actually about volunteering. She gave the example of an organisation worried that increasing the number of volunteers might make staff feel undervalued. While this was framed as a volunteering issue, Helen pointed out that the real problem lay in organisational culture and staff recognition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cProblems\u201d that \u201cshow up\u201d in volunteering are often not about volunteering or caused by volunteering. However, leaders of volunteers recruitment are often asked to \u201csolve\u201d those problems.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, she discussed how the lack of diversity in volunteer teams is often seen as the responsibility of volunteer managers. In reality, it&#8217;s tied to broader issues around equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within the organisation. Helen stressed that these are systemic challenges that can\u2019t be tackled by volunteer leaders alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focusing on the Right Priorities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you find yourself getting drawn into surface-level, tactical tasks that can divert attention from more significant, long-term strategic work? Often, volunteer managers are asked to address highly visible issues that seem urgent but don\u2019t lead to sustainable change. Helen encouraged everyone to step back and consider where their time and energy would have the most meaningful impact. Don&#8217;t get sidetracked by problems that don\u2019t require your direct involvement.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-5-1024x696.png\" alt=\"Advancing volunteering in complex organisational systems\" class=\"wp-image-15666\" width=\"512\" height=\"348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-5-1024x696.png 1024w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-5-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-5-768x522.png 768w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-5-900x612.png 900w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-5.png 1096w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recognising the Bigger Picture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Helen encouraged us to think of ourselves not just as volunteer managers, but as organisational development specialists. Using the metaphor of a &#8220;telescope&#8221;, she described how your perspective should be shifted. Instead of narrowly focusing on volunteering, take a broader look at how the entire organisation\u2019s culture impacts volunteering. By doing this, you can influence positive change on a larger scale. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Advancing volunteering in complex organisational systems\" class=\"wp-image-15668\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-900x506.png 900w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6-1280x720.png 1280w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-6.png 1434w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Helen also introduced the concept of &#8220;less sponge, more mirror&#8221;. A handy way to say that you shouldn\u2019t absorb all the problems yourself. Instead, reflect them back to the organisation and involve others in finding solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting your Health and Well-being<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The pressures of volunteer management can be overwhelming. It\u2019s easy to take on too much, especially when faced with high expectations and limited resources. Helen shared her experience of feeling personally responsible for solving organisational challenges during her time at the National Trust. She emphasised that it\u2019s crucial to set boundaries and recognise what\u2019s within your control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">So what next?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Helen\u2019s session was a call to rethink the way volunteer managers approach challenges. Shift your focus from tactical fixes to strategic influence. Build partnerships across organisations, and recognise your limits. Protect your own well-being while also creating more sustainable, impactful change. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was an inspiring reminder that while volunteer management is tough, you don\u2019t have to tackle it all alone. You can lead by fostering collaboration and focusing on what really matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We encourage you all to explore the additional resources provided below and think about how they can help you in your career. By embracing these insights and strategies, you can rethink your approach to volunteer management, ensuring a thriving and impactful volunteer programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Blog:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aihr.com\/blog\/organizational-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What is Organizational Development? A Complete Guide<\/a><\/strong> <br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Factsheet: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cipd.org\/uk\/knowledge\/factsheets\/organisational-development-factsheet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Organisation Development<\/a><\/strong> <br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Book: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Organization-Development-Practitioners-Guide-OD\/dp\/0749460946\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Organization Development: A Practitioner&#8217;s Guide for OD and HR<\/a><\/strong><br> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Roffey Park Training: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roffeypark.com\/organisational-development-programmes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Organisational Development Programmes<\/strong><\/a> <br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>HULT\/EF Training:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hultef.com\/en\/organizational-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Organizational Development<\/a><\/strong><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/odneurope.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>ODN Europe Network<\/strong><\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.odnetwork.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The OD Network<\/strong><\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CIPD Podcast Episodes: <\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cipd.org\/en\/knowledge\/podcasts\/handling-organisation-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Handling organisation development effectively<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cipd.org\/uk\/knowledge\/podcasts\/od-questionable-truths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>A new dawn for OD<\/strong><\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theready.com\/at-work-with-the-ready\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">At Work with The Ready Podcast<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-4-1024x575.png\" alt=\"Advancing volunteering in complex organisational systems with Dr Helen Timbrell at the TeamKinetic Conference 2024\" class=\"wp-image-15664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-4-1024x575.png 1024w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-4-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-4-768x431.png 768w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-4-900x505.png 900w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-4-1280x719.png 1280w, https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-4.png 1437w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can find\u00a0<span style=\"color: #6fa200;\"><a style=\"color: #6fa200;\" href=\"https:\/\/teamkinetic.co.uk\/\">TeamKinetic<\/a><\/span> on social media and listen to our podcast:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"color: #1da1f2;\"><a style=\"color: #1da1f2;\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TeamKineticUK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/span> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <span style=\"color: #3b5998;\"><a style=\"color: #3b5998;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TeamKineticUK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <span style=\"color: #0a66c2;\"><a style=\"color: #0a66c2;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/teamkinetic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/TeamKinetic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <span style=\"color: #c32aa3;\"><a style=\"color: #c32aa3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/teamkineticuk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<span style=\"color: #1ed760;\"><a style=\"color: #1ed760;\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/2qCaTamq77sAE9qmnCcQVe?si=161b47be46b64046\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Podcast<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><em>Have you enjoyed using TeamKinetic? 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