About SSE Australia SSE Australia runs learning programs across Australia for people from all backgrounds that have an idea or business with a community benefit. Our vision is a community powering positive changemakers for a more inclusive and sustainable world.
Unlike a traditional school, SSE Australia is non–academic and based on a ‘learning by doing’ approach. Students gain practical business and life skills that they can apply directly to their ventures. Our students range in age from 20 to 65 and have diverse backgrounds and ventures. This diversity enables a rich cross–fertilisation of ideas, the creation of collaborative projects and high levels of peer–learning. SSE Australia is based on the highly successful SSE UK founded in 1997 by serial social entrepreneur Michael Young, with a global network of over 1,200 Fellows, including 250 in Australia.
school for social entrepreneurs
“ Having the opportunity to work with a self–motivated social entrepreneur striving to implement real change in their chosen area of social need was a personally challenging and worthwhile experience which I strongly recommend.” Robert McRobbie, Macquarie GROUP MENTOR
people powered change
info@sse.org.au (02) 8008 0870 sse.org.au twitter.com/sseaustralia facebook.com/sseaustralia instagram.com/sseaustralia
“ Without the support from the high profile people I have met throughout my journey at SSE I don’t think I would make a dint in the marketplace”
Jamie Green (Left), SSE AUSTRALIA Fellow & Founder of One Night Stand – A social enterprise SLEEPWEAR company which invests its profits inTO tackling homelessness in Australia.
The SSE Talent Pool: The School for Social Entrepreneurs’ Mentor and Expert Matching Service
Want to use your professional skills to support budding social entrepreneurs? The School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) Australia’s Talent Pool provides an exciting opportunity for business professionals to either mentor or act as experts to support the development of Australia’s emerging social entrepreneurs and their social ventures. If you have skills in areas such as financial management, legal structures, governance, marketing and IT and/ or are familiar with start ups and community based organisations, the
SSE Talent Pool can connect you with social entrepreneurs that need support in your area of expertise. The SSE Talent Pool also seeks mentors to act as sounding boards and provide one–on–one support and encouragement to help our network of social entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of starting new enterprises. Our experts and mentors will in turn be stretched and grow as professionals as they work side–by–side with social entrepreneurs who are passionate, committed and trailblazing innovative solutions to challenges in their communities.
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An Invitation to Potential Talent Pool Members How do I join the Talent Pool? To get started, please complete an Expression of Interest Form on our website (this includes submitting a brief biography) and we will be in touch to schedule an interview to discuss and evaluate the best fit for your skills, experience and availability. Please note, that while we will endeavour to find suitable matches for our Talent Pool members, not all will be instantly matched as it depends on the timing of our programs and on the particular skills/support our social entrepreneurs are seeking. How does it work? Based on the initial interview with an SSE Australia staff member, and a potential pipeline of students requiring your support, you will either be offered a role in an upcoming program as a mentor, expert or both.
Mentors are invited to attend a mentor matching and induction session where you will be matched with a social entrepreneur on either a 4 or 9–month program and are required to support them as part of their learning journey with a minimum of 4 x 1.5 hours of one–on–one support, over the course of the program. Our mentors often get involved in the early stage set up of their mentee’s social venture, making it an exciting opportunity to contribute to the foundations for future growth, impact and sustainability. In turn, mentors also provide invaluable personal support at each phase of venture development. Experts are invited to join an expert panel or a 2–hour workshop on a particular subject (eg, legal structures, governance, marketing/ communications, social media, business planning etc) as well as some
“ SSE Australia has created a superb team of staff, associates and business practitioners with an abundance of experience in social venture development. As we grow we look to you, the Australian business and creative community to join us in the Talent Pool, to guide the development of the next wave of social entrepreneurs and their innovative social ventures.” Celia Hodson Chief Executive Officer School for Social Entrepreneurs Australia
“ Being an SSE Australia mentor has been an amazing growth experience for me. I have been able to use my work experience to help sustain and grow entrepreneurs who have a passion for helping others in innovative ways. The experience has been inspirational and rewarding, as I have seen growth in both businesses I mentored and continue to work with them as they evolve.” Audra Eng, Vice President, Product Management, Atlassian.
SSE Australia Fellow, Kerrie Noonan and her mentor, Audra Eng.
one–on–one support afterwards. Gaining technical advice is something our students greatly value and information gained in the early stages of development can have a significant impact on the direction of their venture. In what locations are you seeking Talent Pool members? SSE Australia currently runs programs in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. We also run programs in regional and rural areas, so please get in touch if you would like to be considered for future opportunities in your area. Is there a cost involved in joining the Talent Pool? SSE Australia partners with organisations who wish to financially invest in the development of social entrepreneurs and depending on their level of involvement these organisations are provided with memberships to the Talent Pool for the senior executives they nominate.
In addition to the members we attract from partner organisations, the SSE Talent Pool is also open to individuals with specific business and coaching expertise who are willing to provide their services and advice to our social entrepreneurs on a pro bono basis. What are the benefits of Talent Pool membership? The SSE Talent Pool offers organisations and individuals: • A unique professional development opportunity: To invest expert skills and knowledge in creating innovative social ventures. All Talent Pool members will receive a half–day induction/matching session to build capacity in working with and mentoring social entrepreneurs. • Exposure to new networks: Connect with a dynamic network of social entrepreneurs and a talented team of business experts working behind the scenes on social enterprise
development in Australia. All Talent Pool members are encouraged to promote their involvement with SSE Australia in their own professional networks. • Hands on entrepreneurial experience: Gain valuable insight into the problem solving world of entrepreneurial thinking – to both challenge mentees and be challenged in return. • Contribute directly to social enterprise development in Australia: A highly rewarding opportunity to work on the ground with start up social entrepreneurs who are creating sustainable and effective social ventures, in areas ranging from employment for disadvantaged youth to fair trade businesses in fashion and food. How do I find out more? Please visit sse.org.au to find out more or feel free to contact us by email at talentpool@sse.org.au.
“ Mentoring up and coming social entrepreneurs is one way I get to play a part in the future sustainability of this great country of ours.” Allan English, English Family Foundation
An Invitation to Potential Talent Pool Members How do I join the Talent Pool? To get started, please complete an Expression of Interest Form on our website (this includes submitting a brief biography) and we will be in touch to schedule an interview to discuss and evaluate the best fit for your skills, experience and availability. Please note, that while we will endeavour to find suitable matches for our Talent Pool members, not all will be instantly matched as it depends on the timing of our programs and on the particular skills/support our social entrepreneurs are seeking. How does it work? Based on the initial interview with an SSE Australia staff member, and a potential pipeline of students requiring your support, you will either be offered a role in an upcoming program as a mentor, expert or both.
Mentors are invited to attend a mentor matching and induction session where you will be matched with a social entrepreneur on either a 4 or 9–month program and are required to support them as part of their learning journey with a minimum of 4 x 1.5 hours of one–on–one support, over the course of the program. Our mentors often get involved in the early stage set up of their mentee’s social venture, making it an exciting opportunity to contribute to the foundations for future growth, impact and sustainability. In turn, mentors also provide invaluable personal support at each phase of venture development. Experts are invited to join an expert panel or a 2–hour workshop on a particular subject (eg, legal structures, governance, marketing/ communications, social media, business planning etc) as well as some
“ SSE Australia has created a superb team of staff, associates and business practitioners with an abundance of experience in social venture development. As we grow we look to you, the Australian business and creative community to join us in the Talent Pool, to guide the development of the next wave of social entrepreneurs and their innovative social ventures.” Celia Hodson Chief Executive Officer School for Social Entrepreneurs Australia
“ Being an SSE Australia mentor has been an amazing growth experience for me. I have been able to use my work experience to help sustain and grow entrepreneurs who have a passion for helping others in innovative ways. The experience has been inspirational and rewarding, as I have seen growth in both businesses I mentored and continue to work with them as they evolve.” Audra Eng, Vice President, Product Management, Atlassian.
SSE Australia Fellow, Kerrie Noonan and her mentor, Audra Eng.
one–on–one support afterwards. Gaining technical advice is something our students greatly value and information gained in the early stages of development can have a significant impact on the direction of their venture. In what locations are you seeking Talent Pool members? SSE Australia currently runs programs in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. We also run programs in regional and rural areas, so please get in touch if you would like to be considered for future opportunities in your area. Is there a cost involved in joining the Talent Pool? SSE Australia partners with organisations who wish to financially invest in the development of social entrepreneurs and depending on their level of involvement these organisations are provided with memberships to the Talent Pool for the senior executives they nominate.
In addition to the members we attract from partner organisations, the SSE Talent Pool is also open to individuals with specific business and coaching expertise who are willing to provide their services and advice to our social entrepreneurs on a pro bono basis. What are the benefits of Talent Pool membership? The SSE Talent Pool offers organisations and individuals: • A unique professional development opportunity: To invest expert skills and knowledge in creating innovative social ventures. All Talent Pool members will receive a half–day induction/matching session to build capacity in working with and mentoring social entrepreneurs. • Exposure to new networks: Connect with a dynamic network of social entrepreneurs and a talented team of business experts working behind the scenes on social enterprise
development in Australia. All Talent Pool members are encouraged to promote their involvement with SSE Australia in their own professional networks. • Hands on entrepreneurial experience: Gain valuable insight into the problem solving world of entrepreneurial thinking – to both challenge mentees and be challenged in return. • Contribute directly to social enterprise development in Australia: A highly rewarding opportunity to work on the ground with start up social entrepreneurs who are creating sustainable and effective social ventures, in areas ranging from employment for disadvantaged youth to fair trade businesses in fashion and food. How do I find out more? Please visit sse.org.au to find out more or feel free to contact us by email at talentpool@sse.org.au.
“ Mentoring up and coming social entrepreneurs is one way I get to play a part in the future sustainability of this great country of ours.” Allan English, English Family Foundation
About SSE Australia SSE Australia runs learning programs across Australia for people from all backgrounds that have an idea or business with a community benefit. Our vision is a community powering positive changemakers for a more inclusive and sustainable world.
Unlike a traditional school, SSE Australia is non–academic and based on a ‘learning by doing’ approach. Students gain practical business and life skills that they can apply directly to their ventures. Our students range in age from 20 to 65 and have diverse backgrounds and ventures. This diversity enables a rich cross–fertilisation of ideas, the creation of collaborative projects and high levels of peer–learning. SSE Australia is based on the highly successful SSE UK founded in 1997 by serial social entrepreneur Michael Young, with a global network of over 1,200 Fellows, including 250 in Australia.
school for social entrepreneurs
“ Having the opportunity to work with a self–motivated social entrepreneur striving to implement real change in their chosen area of social need was a personally challenging and worthwhile experience which I strongly recommend.” Robert McRobbie, Macquarie GROUP MENTOR
people powered change
info@sse.org.au (02) 8008 0870 sse.org.au twitter.com/sseaustralia facebook.com/sseaustralia instagram.com/sseaustralia
“ Without the support from the high profile people I have met throughout my journey at SSE I don’t think I would make a dint in the marketplace”
Jamie Green (Left), SSE AUSTRALIA Fellow & Founder of One Night Stand – A social enterprise SLEEPWEAR company which invests its profits inTO tackling homelessness in Australia.
The SSE Talent Pool: The School for Social Entrepreneurs’ Mentor and Expert Matching Service
Want to use your professional skills to support budding social entrepreneurs? The School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) Australia’s Talent Pool provides an exciting opportunity for business professionals to either mentor or act as experts to support the development of Australia’s emerging social entrepreneurs and their social ventures. If you have skills in areas such as financial management, legal structures, governance, marketing and IT and/ or are familiar with start ups and community based organisations, the
SSE Talent Pool can connect you with social entrepreneurs that need support in your area of expertise. The SSE Talent Pool also seeks mentors to act as sounding boards and provide one–on–one support and encouragement to help our network of social entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of starting new enterprises. Our experts and mentors will in turn be stretched and grow as professionals as they work side–by–side with social entrepreneurs who are passionate, committed and trailblazing innovative solutions to challenges in their communities.
school for social entrepreneurs