YOCOMO - Managing Resources knowledge - European Training Strategy

Managing resources

…means understanding the values and working culture of youth projects and youth organisations. Youth workers understand the factors that influence such projects and organisations and that these are even more varied in the context of online international collaboration and work. Youth workers identify leadership styles and assess the impact they have on the target groups during an activity. They understand what motivates young people to take part in projects, how to nurture this motivation and manage risks accordingly. They consider what is needed to make a stronger impact on the wider community. This competence also includes knowledge of national legislation, data policies and financial resources management, with a special attention to the (often larger) volume of resources needed to design, prepare and deliver digital youth work activities.

The elements of knowledge are summarised in different headlines that illustrate what “managing resources” means for youth workers knowledge-wise. The “cluster headlines” do not name detailed knowledge as such; these can be found through clicking on the lists.

There is a need for some background knowledge of the factors that influence projects and how to deal with them. + -

For youth workers, it is helpful to have knowledge about:

human resources management
what “inspirational leadership” means
system dynamics and systemic approaches to human relations
emotional mechanisms in groups and with individuals
key players in the community

Programmes and projects need budgets and financial management to be realised. + -

This requires knowledge on:

financial management
fundraising

In order to realise programmes and projects, resources are crucial. + -

Youth workers benefit from knowledge about:

the potential of their own resources and those of other contacts and partners
the limit of resources, including their own

Legislation and policies are two other important factors. + -

Thus, it is good to have a knowledge of:

policy and legislation-related topics, especially those specific to the project and/or group

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