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I am a proven specialist in Learning and Development, Leadership, Volunteer Engagement and Management. A training consultant, collaborator, and analytical person. I have excellent performance and results in setting up volunteer involving projects and programmes. I was previously the Country Manager and a highly competent Adviser and Assessor for Investing in Volunteers UK Quality Standard, and a Charity Governance Trainer for the Voluntary and Community Sector. I am an excellent negotiator, specialist in Change Management and Volunteer Recruitment and Retention. With over 25 years' experience in the Community & Voluntary Sector with history of recognition for performance.

  • Productive training coordinator with solid leadership skills. Approachable, responsible, and helpful. I go the extra mile to aid and improve skills of current, potential employees and volunteers.

  • Knowledgeable, professional, and well-versed in creating training modules and materials. Adept in using the latest technology to simplify and optimise training.

  • Motivated to equip employees and volunteers with resources and provide value to an organisation.

  • Established Leadership Team Member with exemplary qualities in recruiting and training employees and volunteers.

  • Dedicated to applying effective communication skills to develop stellar, competent, hardworking employees and motivated volunteers.

  • Approachable coaching professional talented at delivering tailored training programmes based on learning needs. I can build rapport with groups and provide inclusive spaces for professional development. Skills include teaching and motivational speaking with special emphasis in Volunteering.

  • Engaging public speaker with background in adult learning and training. Plans and delivers informative workshops to tackle skills and knowledge gaps.

  • Empathetic and energetic communicator with solution-oriented mindset.

  • Responsible and enthusiastic about delivering outstanding quality and service, with experience in achieving tangible results and cross-team collaboration.

  • Initiative-taking and excited to partner with like-minded individuals and volunteer involving organisations to achieve goals.

George Gillespie

Founder / Training Consultant