1. Amanda Rundle amanda.rundle@cornwallvsf.org VCSE Employment and Skills Strategy Update for Commissioning Board 8 th November 2013

2. Sector Research Independent, commissioned – lead partner Transform Research 1 st August 2013 to 30 th Nov 2013 In depth interviews with sector leaders and key partners Completed. 24 respondents. 1 hour interviews. Sector Mapping In process. 4,494 organisations identified as of 28 th Oct Challenges identifying activity of smaller organisations Online survey and sample follow up interviews In process. Disappointing response. Challenges communicating importance to sector.

3. Initial Research Findings SWOT and PEST analysis Key Challenges  The perfect storm - austerity, demographic change, globalisation, climate change  Leadership and collaboration  Funding and commissioning Key Strengths  Community engagement and support  Social enterprise approach  Strong track record and relationships

4. Skills Needs  Leadership and management  Finance and marketing  Business and commercial skills  Contract readiness  Evaluation, monitoring and measuring  Basic skills including safeguarding  Sector specific skills such as volunteer management  Industry specific skills  Co-design and co-delivery of services  ICT and digital exclusion Initial Research Findings

5. Alternative Delivery Methods Initial Research Findings Cross Sector Apprenticeships Mentoring Secondments Job Swaps Work Experience

6. Sector Mapping Initial Research Findings Indicative findings as of 28 th Oct 2013 - subject to change Sector Definition -local community and voluntary groups, registered charities, foundations, trusts, social enterprises, community interest companies, charitable incorporated organisations and co-operatives.  4,494 identified VCSE organisations to date  Estimated c 1500 small groups to add  Number of employees c 20 – 23,000 = 7-9% of working population  Female/male employee ratio 70:30  Number of volunteers c 150-155,000 = 36% of adult population

7. Initial Research Findings Emerging findings as of 30 th Oct 2013 - based on 270 on line and telephone interview respondents.  Cost issues  Time pressure issues  Timing and access issues  Identifying and finding the right courses and training  Obtaining higher level skills and qualifications NB Issues generally around accessing training rather than needing more or different except in specific geographical areas and to meet specific sector requirements eg safeguarding Skills Challenges

8.  Bid writing/tendering/grant applications/funding and fundraising  ICT skills  Management, governance and leadership skills  Interagency working/collaboration  Safeguarding NB A significant proportion of the small VCSE local groups/individuals providing voluntary support to their local community who have responded stated that they did not anticipate having any skills needs in the next 5 years. Skills Needs Initial Research Findings Emerging findings as of 30 th Oct 2013 - based on 270 on line and telephone interview respondents.

9. VCSE Employment and Skills Strategy Updated to reflect research findings and comments on draft outline  Focus on strength - 1 in 3  Made it SMART – who, how, why, what, when  Focus on big ideas  Focus on LEP Priorities  Focus on ESIF themes, esp. Community Led Local Development and Social Innovation  Focus on cross sector training  Focus on alternative delivery methods

10. 10 Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Sector Employment and Skills Strategy 2014 - 2020 1 in 3 “ A skilled workforce increasing the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Sector contribution to sustainable social, economic and environmental development in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.” 1 in 3 people contribute to society in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly through volunteering. The VCSE sector is 1 of 3 sectors supporting sustainable growth. Sector organisations develop innovative products and services for People, Planet and Profit. DRAFT

11. 11 An Overview of the VCSE Employment and Skills Strategy Economic, social and environmental challenges. Opportunities to adapt and strengthen the sector Local, national and international policy, priorities and directives New European funding to support developments Why? A development framework to strengthen and extend VCSE contribution to economic, social and environmental development A clear vision for the future 3 Priorities outlining what the VCSE can achieve Aims identifying areas for development to achieve the Vision Delivery plans with SMART targets What? Voluntary Community and Social Enterprise Organisations Supported by Public Sector, Education Providers, Businesses and Investors Who? Using the skills and experience of the VCSE Sector Working together to strengthen the sector offer Collaborating others across sectors to develop new opportunities Utilising available resources to lay solid foundations for the future How? A 5 year plan 2015 - 2020 Developed in 2013 Pilot projects in 2014 Linked to local and national development plans When? Informed By Research – Local, National and International – Primary and Secondary Policy and Directives Local plans, reviews and processes including LEP Strategy Good practice guidance VCSE profile, activity and skills Consultation with VCSE, commissioners, planners and partners. DRAFT

12. 12 VCSE contribution to the Local Enterprise Partnership Economic Development Priorities VCSE Contribution Engagement with alternative markets/groups/people Making and establishing markets in Cornwall and beyond eg creative sector, renewables Converting grants to economic value Social return on investment Leading by example and knowledge transfer Collaboration VCSE Contribution Engagement and employment of under-represented sections of community eg Women/older people Advice, guidance and support Skills development eg 50+, Active Plus, NEET Volunteering,Work Experience and Apprenticeships Community based entry level employment Transferable skills development and careers progression between organisations/within the sector VCSE Contribution Community engagement, organisation and share in environmental solutions and products Natural environment as an engagement tool VCSE Contribution Collective Social Value Community Led solutions Social Innovation Community engagement and support to progress Human value to economic value Knowledge transfer VCSE Contribution *Unique skill and key strength of sector * Key principle of VCSE* Community organising*Co-design* Social Enterprise support.* LEADER* VCSE Contribution *Specialism of sector* Market Makers* Knowledge Transfer* Examples – FAB Labs, School for Social Entrepreneurs, Newquay Pathfinders, Unlocking Potential LEP Priority 1 Inspiring business to achieve their national and global potential LEP Priority 3 Creating value out of knowledge LEP Priority 2 Creating great careers here LEP Priority 4 Using the natural environment responsibly as a key economic asset Guiding Principle The culture, communities and environment of Cornwall and Isles of Scilly will remain special and unique Cross Cutting Theme Community Led Local Development Cross Cutting Theme Social Innovation DRAFT

13. Social Enterprise Strategic Aim Social Enterprise Activity Year 1 Target Year 3 Target Year 5 Target Key Performance Indicators Lead/Key Delivery Partners Priorities 1.Workforce Skills A highly skilled, forward thinking, adaptable VCSE workforce providing entry level employment opportunities, career progression routes and added value through volunteering. 2. Innovation and Sustainable Employment Resilient, sustainable voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations delivering innovative solutions and relevant goods and services. 3. Engagement and Impact Effective engagement of all sections of the community in social, economic and environmental developments through a coordinated, visible and strong Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Sector. Vision “ A skilled workforce increasing the Voluntary Community and Social Enterprise Sector contribution to sustainable social, economic and environmental development in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.” Guiding Principles Inclusion Active engagement and support to enable full participation by all sections of society. Collaboration Working together within the sector and across disciplines to achieve maximum social and economic impact for people and communities. Sustainablility Developing goods and services which are financially and environmentally sustainable. DRAFT 13

14. 14 Governance and Leadership Strategic Planning - in line with organisational and regional objectives and legal obligations Human Resources Management – maximising links to schemes such as apprenticeships Skills for Business Financial Planning, Fundraising, Procurement and Contract Management Partnerships and Collaborative Working – to plan, finance and deliver services and training across sectors. Marketing and Communications – utilising different methods including ICT Managing Volunteers Recruitment – of all sectors of the community matching opportunities to organisational need Support –to enable respectful relationships and meaningful contributions Training and Development – to promote and support individual and organisational progression. Measuring Effectiveness and Impact Firm Foundations in Service Delivery Measuring Economic Impact – reflecting county priorities Measuring Social Impact – current and potential for individuals and communities – including Social Value and Social Return on Investment Presenting Evidence of Impact – for internal and external audiences Planned and delivered flexibly to meet the needs of individuals, organisations and communities 14 Health and Safety – to ensure clients safety and promote healthy lifestyles – including safeguarding Vocational Skills and industry specific training - at entry and progression levels Communication – to include face to face, written and virual communication with clients, colleagues, partners and commissioners. Leadership and Representation – in organisations and the broader community VCSE Skills Needs in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly These broad areas of skills development activity reflect local need to ensure consistency and quality of vocational and technical skills and the development of high level leadership and management skills to meet current challenges and support growth. DRAFT Digital Inclusion and effective use of IT Measuring Environmental Impact Compliance, Policy Development and Implementation – in line with legal responsibilities and formal agreements including contracts.

15. Moving Forwards  Full Draft Strategy Consultation to 30 th Oct  Big Ideas Workshop 22 nd Oct  Presentations and further consultation Oct/Nov  Final Amendments Nov  Production of Strategy Booklet for wide distribution Nov  Strategy Launch 10 th Dec  Progress towards implementation plans from Dec/Jan  Pilot projects to Dec 2014

16.  Multi Sector Apprenticeships  Multi sector mentoring, secondment and job swap programme  Leadership Academy/Virtual (VCSE and Public)  Spaces in communities – structured and unstructured  Social Knowledge Hub (Cornwall)  Social Value frameworks and standard  Collaborative Back Office  Multi-sector commissioning, tendering and procurement programme  Multi-sector social innovation partnership and collaboration programme  Digital inclusion programme  Sustainable communities research and development programme BIG IDEAS Using VCSE Sector Skills Progressing towards Delivery Plans

17. The BIG IDEA – Community Sheds What? Community Sheds – Stuff and Making Activity with/associated/sitting under the hub (not necessarily delivered) 2 “Hack” spaces, 2 incubation units, 2 open sheds Who? VC, Falmouth University, RSA, Community Organisations ie CN4C, PCDT, + any interested parties When? 2014 – Late/2015 (Pilot) proof of Concept Funding – capital/development Skilled Co-ordinator to engage and develop Evaluation/concept proved Roll Out 16/17 Cost?Use of existing space – CLAYTAC £75k for pilot Total Programme Cost - £1m/Euro 1.18milion Measures People engaged Number of progress units – Employment/training/Business Start Number of businesses and micro businesses using spaces Social Value measures Intergenerational activities

18. What are the Big Ideas for Innovation in Employment? How - What are the Big Ideas? Who - Who would/could/should lead/be involved in this? When - The key milestones from 2014 – 2020 Cost - Items needing funding and where this might come from. Measurements - Key Performance Indicators

19. The full draft strategy is available to view on the VSF website We invited comments and suggestions to be received by 30 th October 2013. The online and telephone survey end date is 6 th November 2013. We will receive headline data on 11 th. Final amendments will be made to the strategy in the context of these findings. We aim to launch the strategy in December 2013. Please spread the word and continue to contribute so that we can ensure that the strategy has the maximum benefit for the people of Cornwall and The Isles of Scilly. For further information about the Future Skills Project, the Employment and Skills Strategy and the work of Cornwall Voluntary Sector Forum please see our website, Facebook and Twitter feeds. www.cornwallvsf.org www.facebook.com/cornwallvsf twitter.com/CornwallVSF Cornwall Voluntary Sector Forum 13a Kenwyn Street, Truro, TR1 3DJ Tel: 01872 241584 Email: admin@cornwallvsf.org 19