Internship position – Partnerships Development Manager
The program – Shanghai Young Bakers (SYB)
Shanghai Young Bakers (SYB) provides a fully-sponsored training in traditional French & Asian bakery to underprivileged Chinese youth aged 17 to 21, enabling them to lead independent lives after graduation.
Sponsored by Carrefour International Foundation, French yeast producer Lesaffre and French sweetener SweetPearl, SYB answers charities needs as well as the skills shortage in the bakery job market, through a CSR-oriented network of partnerships with associations, corporations and schools.
Launched in February 2009, SYBs one-year training combines intensive classes in both French and Chinese bakery, with practical internships at 4&5-star hotels. After completing the program, the 20-30 students can then obtain employment opportunities in bakeries or hotels in Shanghai and all across China.
This social innovation programme is managed by a dynamic international team, and operates under the governance of Chi Heng Foundation with the support of the Shanghai Charity Foundation.
Website : www.shanghaiyoungbakers.com
Internship Position – Partnerships Development Manager
Shanghai Young Bakers relies on a network of sponsors and partners to operate its program. These include financial sponsors, internship partners, in-kind donations, as well as social, educational and institutional partnerships. SYB needs to secure funding for the next years by finding more sponsors and financial partners.
On the long-term, SYB strives to achieve financial autonomy through a social enterprise model. Starting from this year, SYB will develop meaningful commercial activities (bakery classes, social teambuilding bakery activities, catering) to help cover the educational costs of the charity program and boost the image of the SYB training.
The intern will be in charge of developing new partnerships, under the guidance of the SYB project manager and in close relationship with the Communication Manager and the Marketing Manager.
Time commitment: at least 35 hours/week, for a minimum period of 4 months.
Main responsibilities:
1. Monitor ongoing partnerships
· Participate in sponsorship renewal and negotiations
· Suggest appropriate communication opportunities and actions to the Communications manager
2. Lead the search for new financial partners
· Research possible financial sponsors, together with other volunteers (corporate and institutional foundations, multinational companies, organizations, in China and abroad…).
· Understand potential donors motivation and requirements, design appropriate partnership proposal accordingly, ensure follow-up
Ø Partnership proposal may include financial or material donations, which will be received in exchange for charity acknowledgement, branding & communication work, staff volunteer activities, commercial services…
· Represent SYB and introduce partnership opportunities at meetings and events
· Coordinate execution of the partnership plan
3. Develop and organize commercial services for companies and groups
· Work with SYB team and bakery teachers to design content and organization of commercial activities for companies and groups: social teambuilding bakery classes for companies, bread & pastry catering, consulting services…
· Follow up on each relationship and ensure execution of service together with the SYB team
Position requirements:
· Dedication to work in a growing international non-profit organization, interest in social issues and learning more about NGO operations in a Chinese environment
· Keen to gain experience in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
· Fluent in English. Knowledge of Chinese and/or French will be an advantage.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to listen and convince
· Good organizational skills, responsive
· Enjoy working both within a team and independently
· Ability / skills in leading and managing a team of volunteers appreciated
Internship conditions:
· Report to experienced French project managers with good understanding of Chinese practices
· Work closely with volunteers from different nationalities and backgrounds
· Flexibility in working either from home or at Chi Heng Foundations Shanghai office with Chi Heng permanent staff.
· Transportation and phone allowance (500RMB/month).
· No fixed salary. End-of-assignment financial compensation will be granted based on candidates success in raising funds.
· SYB can help with visa if needed.
Contact us:
If interested, please send us your application by email on education@shanghaiyoungbakers.com
Please indicate your motivation, availability, relevant experience and include a CV. Thank you!
The program – Shanghai Young Bakers (SYB)
Shanghai Young Bakers (SYB) provides a fully-sponsored training in traditional French & Asian bakery to underprivileged Chinese youth aged 17 to 21, enabling them to lead independent lives after graduation.
Sponsored by Carrefour International Foundation, French yeast producer Lesaffre and French sweetener SweetPearl, SYB answers charities needs as well as the skills shortage in the bakery job market, through a CSR-oriented network of partnerships with associations, corporations and schools.
Launched in February 2009, SYBs one-year training combines intensive classes in both French and Chinese bakery, with practical internships at 4&5-star hotels. After completing the program, the 20-30 students can then obtain employment opportunities in bakeries or hotels in Shanghai and all across China.
This social innovation programme is managed by a dynamic international team, and operates under the governance of Chi Heng Foundation with the support of the Shanghai Charity Foundation.
Website : www.shanghaiyoungbakers.com
Internship Position – Partnerships Development Manager
Shanghai Young Bakers relies on a network of sponsors and partners to operate its program. These include financial sponsors, internship partners, in-kind donations, as well as social, educational and institutional partnerships. SYB needs to secure funding for the next years by finding more sponsors and financial partners.
On the long-term, SYB strives to achieve financial autonomy through a social enterprise model. Starting from this year, SYB will develop meaningful commercial activities (bakery classes, social teambuilding bakery activities, catering) to help cover the educational costs of the charity program and boost the image of the SYB training.
The intern will be in charge of developing new partnerships, under the guidance of the SYB project manager and in close relationship with the Communication Manager and the Marketing Manager.
Time commitment: at least 35 hours/week, for a minimum period of 4 months.
Main responsibilities:
1. Monitor ongoing partnerships
· Participate in sponsorship renewal and negotiations
· Suggest appropriate communication opportunities and actions to the Communications manager
2. Lead the search for new financial partners
· Research possible financial sponsors, together with other volunteers (corporate and institutional foundations, multinational companies, organizations, in China and abroad…).
· Understand potential donors motivation and requirements, design appropriate partnership proposal accordingly, ensure follow-up
Ø Partnership proposal may include financial or material donations, which will be received in exchange for charity acknowledgement, branding & communication work, staff volunteer activities, commercial services…
· Represent SYB and introduce partnership opportunities at meetings and events
· Coordinate execution of the partnership plan
3. Develop and organize commercial services for companies and groups
· Work with SYB team and bakery teachers to design content and organization of commercial activities for companies and groups: social teambuilding bakery classes for companies, bread & pastry catering, consulting services…
· Follow up on each relationship and ensure execution of service together with the SYB team
Position requirements:
· Dedication to work in a growing international non-profit organization, interest in social issues and learning more about NGO operations in a Chinese environment
· Keen to gain experience in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
· Fluent in English. Knowledge of Chinese and/or French will be an advantage.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to listen and convince
· Good organizational skills, responsive
· Enjoy working both within a team and independently
· Ability / skills in leading and managing a team of volunteers appreciated
Internship conditions:
· Report to experienced French project managers with good understanding of Chinese practices
· Work closely with volunteers from different nationalities and backgrounds
· Flexibility in working either from home or at Chi Heng Foundations Shanghai office with Chi Heng permanent staff.
· Transportation and phone allowance (500RMB/month).
· No fixed salary. End-of-assignment financial compensation will be granted based on candidates success in raising funds.
· SYB can help with visa if needed.
Contact us:
If interested, please send us your application by email on education@shanghaiyoungbakers.com
Please indicate your motivation, availability, relevant experience and include a CV. Thank you!