Chapter 4: Staffing and Leadership
“The best program model in the world is only as good as the staff who implements it.”
Choosing the
right staff is essential to the creation of a high quality youth philanthropy program. The best program model in the world is only as good as the staff who implements it. The staff sets
the tone for the program, and they are responsible for the program's continuity
from one year to the next. Youth philanthropy programs use a variety of staffing and leadership models. Below are some sample staff job description from existing programs. There are as many possible staffing structures as there are programs, so don't let yourself be limited, but understanding the options will help you to choose the set-up and the personnel that best fit your situation and goals.
