Volunteer Deputy Director – Pathway to Managing Director (£50,000+)

Organisation: Mums in Science / The Women in STEM Network

Location: UK-based (remote with monthly Barnet meetings)

Commitment: Minimum 1 year

About Us

Mums in Science Ltd, the organisation behind the Women in STEM Network, is building the world’s largest online community for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Our platform unites members and ambassadors across the globe, offering mentoring, networking, training, and recruitment opportunities to help close the gender gap in STEM.

The Role

We are seeking a Volunteer Deputy Director to work closely with our Founder and CEO, Dr Shara Cohen, to bring structure, organisation, and long-term stability to the organisation.

This is a hands-on, developmental leadership role. From day one, you will be expected to use your networks and experience to grow membership, engage with universities and institutes, and strengthen partnerships. Membership income is our immediate priority, and success here will drive sustainability.

Once income becomes consistent and sustainable, the role will transition into a full-time salaried position (£50,000 starting salary) as Managing Director, leading day-to-day operations while the Founder remains CEO.

The Pathway

Stage 1: Volunteer Deputy Director (Minimum 1 Year)

• Membership Growth: Drive recruitment by engaging directly with universities, institutes, and membership bodies to reach ambitious global targets.
• Outreach: Represent the organisation at UK and international universities, professional groups, and events.
• Fundraising: Oversee and expand fundraising efforts through sponsorships, partnerships, and grants.
• Volunteer Coordination: Lead our network of 50+ volunteers and ambassadors, ensuring strong collaboration and accountability.
• Operations: Support the Founder in building systems, reporting, and structures for growth.
• Meetings: Commit to two weekly Zoom meetings and one monthly in-person meeting in Barnet.

Stage 2: Managing Director (Full-Time, £50,000 Starting Salary)

• Lead all operational and strategic functions of the Women in STEM Network.
• Oversee revenue generation from memberships, sponsorships, partnerships, and grants.
• Manage teams, ambassadors, and volunteers worldwide.
• Strengthen partnerships with global organisations, educational institutions, and sponsors.
• Drive expansion into new markets and maintain consistent income growth.
• Salary reviews linked to revenue growth, with scope to increase beyond £50,000.

Person Specification

Essential

• UK-based, with ability to attend monthly meetings in Barnet.
• Proven senior experience in management, fundraising, or organisational leadership.
• Strong existing networks (UK and international) that can generate immediate membership and partnerships.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; confident engaging universities, institutes, and professional bodies.
• Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach.

Desirable

• Experience building membership schemes or monetising digital platforms.
• Knowledge of nonprofit, health, wellbeing, or STEM sectors.
• Passion for supporting women in STEM worldwide.

What We Offer

• A pivotal leadership role with both immediate and long-term impact.
• The opportunity to shape and scale a global membership network.
• Professional visibility alongside an award-winning Founder (recipient of the British Empire Medal, 2024 New Year’s Honours List).
• A clear pathway:
• Stage 1: Volunteer Deputy Director (minimum 1 year).
• Stage 2: Managing Director (full-time, £50,000 starting salary, with potential to grow as the organisation expands).

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Other

Job function: Other

Industries: Education

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