PWN Dublin: Head of Volunteer Experience & President's Executive Partner
Reports to: PWN Dublin President
Purpose of the Role
The Head of Volunteer Experience & President’s Executive Partner plays a vital role in shaping how volunteers experience PWN Dublin, from engagement and development to recognition and retention. The role also acts as a key operational partner to the President, helping translate strategy and decisions into action across the network. This is an opportunity to bring creativity, structure and people centred thinking to a mission driven network focused on accelerating gender balanced leadership.
OVERVIEW
Location | Primarily remote with periodic in-person events and meetings in Dublin |
Reports to | President |
Status | Voluntary (Non-paid) |
Leadership dimension | Senior volunteer leader |
Budget owner | Yes, with oversight from President and Treasurer |
Time Commitment | Approx. 2–3 hrs/week (may vary at peak times) |
Notice period | 3 months |
What you'll do
Volunteer Experience & Engagement
- Design and continuously improve the end-to-end volunteer experience
- Lead engagement, retention, recognition and internal communication approaches across the volunteer community
- Design and evolve the PWN Dublin volunteer value proposition and benefits experience
- Support development pathways and succession planning across leadership and VP roles
- Partner with VPs to ensure volunteers feel supported, connected and set up for success
President’s Office & Operational Activation
- Act as a key operational partner and right-hand support to the President
- Support coordination of priorities, actions and follow ups across leadership teams
- Help activate strategic decisions and ensure initiatives move from idea to execution
- Support preparation for management meetings, tracking actions and progress
- Help coordinate cross team initiatives and key organisational moments
People Experience Design & Innovation
- Bring outside the box thinking to how we design volunteer experiences
- Identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve how teams work together
- Help shape how PWN Dublin scales while maintaining a strong community feel
What you bring
Communication skills
You have strong verbal and written communication, allowing you to connect effectively.
Organisational skills
You’re able to coordinate multiple moving parts, from timelines and budgets to logistics and people, with calm efficiency.
Attention to detail
You spot what others might miss, ensuring all aspects of event planning are precise, professional, and well executed.
Interpersonal skills
You build relationships and engage confidently with a wide range of individuals.
Problem-solving skills
You anticipate challenges and implement practical, creative solutions to keep things running smoothly and delivering great experiences.
Who You Are
- Passionate about people experience, community building and inclusive leadership
- Comfortable working closely with senior leadership and board level stakeholders
- Naturally proactive, you anticipate needs and take initiative
- Structured, organised and detail aware without losing sight of the bigger picture
- Energised by turning ideas into action
Why Volunteer as Head of Volunteer Experience?
Strategic Exposure
Gain hands on experience working at leadership and board level within a professional network.
Leadership & People Experience Development
Build deep experience in engagement strategy, community design and leadership activation.
Network & Visibility
Connect with senior professionals across Dublin and the global PWN community.
Purpose & Impact
Help shape experiences that support women at every stage of their career and leadership journey.
Personal Growth
Build confidence, visibility and influence while working in a high trust, high impact environment.
Recruitment Process
- Expression of Interest
Apply by filling the form below outlining why this role excites you, your knowledge and motivation for applying. - Informal Interview
You’ll meet two members of the Management Team for a relaxed, values-led conversation to explore mutual fit, motivation, and expectations. - Meet the President
If both sides are aligned, you’ll be invited to meet the President for a strategic alignment conversation, to ensure shared vision and support.
Onboarding
-> Experience the Role
Attend a Management Team meeting and shadow key activities to understand the rhythm and priorities.
-> Formal Appointment
If it feels like the right fit for everyone, we’ll formally welcome you on board and guide you through onboarding, including access to tools, systems, and your volunteer team.
Ready to be part of something meaningful?
Apply now by completing the form at the bottom of our volunteer homepage, and help us create a great experience for our members!