Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), a professional organization comprising of experts from the field of HR and education worldwide, published a report which deals with the possibilities of linking volunteerism and employee development. The report presents case studies from a wide range of organizations that have already developed communication and measurement tools that help them demonstrate the benefits of volunteer activities for employees and companies. Based on these studies, the report offers examples of volunteerin activities aimed to develop individual skills employers want their employees to have.
The report entitled Volunteering to learn: employee development through community action is intended mainly for HR professionals, training and development managers, and experts in the field of CSR. However, it also offers valuable information for charities and non-profit organizations that strive for greater links with employers. The report stresses the need for cooperation by all parties so that employee development in companies can have a truly strategic impact. Also it provides advice on how to measure the impact and success of volunteer activities in connection with employee development.
5 tips for Training and Development Managers
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Experience volunteering yourself to understand what options it offers in the field of employee development.
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Win the support for volunteering from your company's leaders.
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Collaborate with your colleagues who are in charge of HR and CSR to create employee development programs together.
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Create simple tools that will help your employees understand the connection between volunteering and learning.
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Start with a small project that will show what you could do on a larger scale. Focus on the benefits and measurable results.
The complete study is available for download at the CIPD website here.
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