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Calling all future leaders with a social purpose
– Clore Social Leadership Programme open for 2012

Applications for the 2012 Clore Social Fellowship open on Monday 18 April 2011, at a time when the need for effective leadership in the social sector is at an all time high. Up to 20 new recruits will join the unique, personalised leadership development programme, now in its third year, described as transformational by many of the 30 Fellows already on board.

The Clore Social Leadership Programme aims to identify, connect and develop aspiring leaders in the social sector at a vital time, reasons Dame Mary Marsh, Founding Director: “As the UK emerges from recession, demand for services grows at the same time as public funding is reduced. This means that there is a greater need than ever for well-run, effective social sector organisations with resilient leaders at the helm, well-equipped to lead their organisations in facing the challenges and opportunities presented. The Clore Social Leadership’s high-quality, personalised programme is just what is needed.”

Aspiring leaders should apply online at www.cloresocialleadership.org.uk before the closing date of midday on Thursday 2 June. Applicants must be working in, or closely with, the social sector as a member of staff or volunteer, involved in work of significant benefit to individuals and communities in the UK and committed to working in the sector in the long-term. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate notable achievements and leadership potential in work already undertaken. 

Of the current cohorts, two have already made the step up to senior positions in the social sector. From the 2010 Clore Social Fellows, Kate Lee now runs Myton Hospices, one of the largest hospice organisations in the UK, and Caroline Beaumont was appointed to the new post of Director of Services and Business Development at Reach Volunteering in January 2011. Caroline said of her experiences: “Over the course of the year, I have had the chance to learn from some really inspirational leaders and organisations.  I’d recommend the Clore Social Leadership Programme to anyone who wants to take the time to look at their own leadership style, learn from others around them and really enjoy the support of an amazing group of people.”

Successful applicants will be appointed in October 2011 to start their Fellowship in January 2012.  Fellows can complete the programme over 12 or up to 24 months, on a full or part-time basis. During this time they will attend residential courses, undertake mentoring, coaching and an extended secondment and engage in action learning sets, focused reflection and practice-based research.

Full press release here

Source: Clore Social Leadership