Switching to Nonprofit Sector – Where Do I Look?

by | Sep 22, 2010 | , ,

There is good reason beyond seeking a mission driven career to consider making a move to work in the nonprofit sector. Despite the economic downturn of the last two years, the sector continues to grow. In 2000, the number of nonprofits was about 800,000. By 2009, the number hit 1, 238,201! Nonprofits employ close to 10% of the country’s workforce. Most nonprofits are small – two thirds have budgets less than $500,000, but the top 5% have budget of $10 million or more.

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Is Switching To the Nonprofit Sector the Right Choice For You?

by | Sep 15, 2010 | , ,

Thanks to such people as Bill Gates, Warren Buffet and Angelina Jolie, philanthropy and nonprofits now enjoy a glamorized reputation. I can’t count the number of times a disaffected accountant, investment banker or lawyer has said to me that they now dream of working for the Gates Foundation.

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The Four R’s – How Organizations Can Make the Most Of Using an Executive Recruiter

by | Sep 9, 2010 | , , ,

Engaging an executive recruiting consultant for your organization’s position search shouldn’t cause you anxiety. You hired a search consultant to ease your anxiety. So, take a look a my Four R’s to get some pointers on how to make the most of the relationship.

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Recruiters – Friends or Foes to Nonprofit Candidates?

by | Aug 11, 2010 | , ,

As a recruiter for the nonprofit sector, I often find that candidates see my role as one of a sentinel hired to prevent them from gaining even just a glimpse at a dream job opportunity. But, it doesn’t have to be that way! By understanding the roles and relationships of all participants in the job search process, everyone can benefit. In my next post, I’ll address how clients can best work with a recruiter. Today’s focus is on the relationship between the recruiter and the candidate.

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