Freelance Trainer

Do it Now Now (DiNN) is seeking experienced freelance trainers to design and deliver impactful training sessions across our programme levels, supporting Black-led charities, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs. The ideal candidate will have expertise in professional education practices and a proven ability to deliver engaging, outcome-oriented training to diverse audiences.

Freelance trainers will deliver sessions across a wide range of subjects that align with DiNN’s mission to support entrepreneurial growth, community wealth-building, and systemic equity.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Design:
• Develop training curricula tailored to the needs of different programme levels (pre-startup, startup, scaling, and high-growth).
• Ensure alignment with DiNN’s evidence-based methodologies and goals.
• Incorporate best practices in adult learning, professional education, and inclusive pedagogy.
• Training Delivery:
• Facilitate engaging, interactive sessions (virtual and in-person).
• Use a variety of training methods (e.g., workshops, case studies, action learning, simulations) to ensure knowledge retention and practical application.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and collaboration.
• Evaluation and Feedback:
• Measure learning outcomes through post-session evaluations and participant feedback.
• Adapt and improve session content based on evaluation data and participant needs.
• Collaborative Engagement:
• Work with the Programme Manager and other trainers to ensure cohesive content delivery.
• Share insights and lessons learned to inform programme improvements.

Subjects Delivered in Training

Freelance trainers may deliver training in one or more of the following areas, depending on expertise:

• Entrepreneurship and Business Development:
• Ideation, business modelling, and planning.
• Financial management and investment readiness.
• Scaling strategies and growth hacking.
• Leadership and Governance:
• Board recruitment and management.
• Strategic planning and organisational development.
• Building resilient and inclusive leadership.
• Operational Excellence:
• Impact measurement and reporting.
• Safeguarding, HR, and compliance.
• Digital transformation and data utilisation.
• Community and Advocacy:
• Racial justice leadership and systems change.
• Advocacy, influencing, and storytelling for impact.
• Community-building and collaboration.
• Wellbeing and Inclusion:
• Mental health and resilience for leaders.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies.
• Sector-Specific Training:
• Arts, culture, sports, and faith-based leadership.
• Financial inclusion and social enterprise management.
• Environmental sustainability in organisational practices.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Training Expertise:
• Proven experience in designing and delivering professional training sessions (5+ years preferred).
• Familiarity with adult learning theories and education best practices.
• Subject Matter Knowledge:
• Expertise in one or more of the areas listed above.
• Awareness of challenges faced by Black-led and Global Majority organisations is a strong advantage.
• Facilitation Skills:
• Ability to deliver engaging, accessible, and practical training to diverse participants.
• Skilled in managing group dynamics and encouraging active participation.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency with digital training tools (e.g., Zoom, online whiteboards, and learning management systems).
• Capability to develop high-quality training materials and resources.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working with underserved communities or lived experience in relevant areas.
• Creative problem-solving and adaptability to meet unique participant needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• A supportive and dynamic working environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to systemic change through empowering Black-led organisations.
• Flexibility to work on projects aligned with your expertise and interests.

How to Apply

Please send your CV, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Disclaimer

This role is offered on a freelance basis and is outside the scope of IR35 regulations. The successful candidate will be engaged as an independent contractor and will not be considered an employee or worker of Do it Now Now (DiNN). Consequently, no employment rights or benefits, such as holiday pay, sick leave, pensions, or other entitlements associated with employment, will be provided. The freelancer will retain responsibility for their own tax obligations, National Insurance contributions, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations as per their independent contractor status.

DiNN will not direct or control how the freelancer delivers their work, beyond agreeing on the required outcomes, ensuring alignment with the terms of the contract and project objectives. This relationship is strictly that of a service provider and client.