EFC Next Generation Programme 2018

What is the Next Gen Programme?

The Next Generation programmeaims to enable the new generation of professionals in philanthropy to learn about the European Foundation Centre; the state of institutional philanthropy both in Europe and internationally;and key issues and trends of the sector.Created in 2010, the programme furthers the EFC’s commitment to advance learning and knowledge development in the sector, as laid out in the EFC Strategic Framework2016-2022.The Next Gen programmeis embedded in theEFC annual conference,giving participants a chance to network and share with leading philanthropy professionals from Europe and around the world. This year the conference takes place in Brussels from 28 May until 31 May 2018.

Next Gen is designed for 10 to 12 professionals who have recently taken up a job in the philanthropic sector, and enables participants to:

Gain insight in developments in institutional philanthropy in Europe

Exchange with peersabout what it means to be a professional in philanthropy and which development opportunities may be available

Meet and build relationships with peers and the wider EFC network

Find out more about the EFC and learn how the EFC can support foundation staff with their daily work

Who is Next Gen for?

Next Gen is for newcomers to the sector either at the start of their professional career or for those who are making a career change from other sectors. More specifically, participants should meet the following criteria:

Work for an EFC member

Have not attended a previous EFC AGA and Conference

Have the support of their supervisor to participate in the programme

Are comfortable in the conference working language (English)

In selecting participants, the EFC will seek to ensure diversity. Participation may be limited to one representative per organisation. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to the Next Gen programme. They will be required to attend the entire conference, participate in the specific Next Genprogramme componentsand provide feedback on their experience and what they learned.

Previous NextGen participants have consolidated their connection in an alumni group that is regularly working together on the design of the EFC AGA sessions and small pilot projects.

How to apply

For more information and to apply, please complete the application form below and return to Roisin Kelly () at the EFC by 27 April 2018. Please also include your CV.

Next Gen 2018 – Application Form
Name
Organisation
Job title
Working in the organisation since
Age / Under 25 / 25-30 / 30- 35 / Over 35
What are your current role and responsibilities?(max 120 words)
What are your areas of interest and expertise?(max 120 words)
Is there something you have been / are working on now that you would like to share with your peers?(max 120 words)
What motivates you to apply for this programme?(max 120 words)
What specific issuesare you interested in exploring with peerswithin the scope of Next Gen? Please highlight 3-4 topics related to: 1) philanthropic practices; 2) professional and leadership development in the philanthropic sector; and 3) policy and advocacy-related work(max 120 words)
What do you expect to gain from this experience? (max 120 words)
What do you consider as the most pressing issues for the philanthropic sector at the moment?(max 120 words)
Logistics and finances
Your foundation is expected to cover your registration, travel and accommodation. Should you require financial support, please check the scholarship tab on the conference webpage.
Organisational Support
With the signatures below, we confirm that the applicant is interested and enthusiastic to participate in the Next Generation Programme during the Brussels AGA and Conference 29– 31 May 2018 and has the organisation’s support to participate.
Signature of applicant
Signature of applicant’s supervisor
Name and position of supervisor
Date