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Did you know you can get FREE access to our applicant tracking system? When you post a job using Quick Apply we’ll gift you CharityJob Recruiter, which comes with features such as... ✨ Salary checker Our salary checker tool shows the average salary range based on the title and location of your role. ✨ Screening questions Screening questions allow you to efficiently screen candidates on important criteria. Use yes/no, long-text or short-text formats, with options to include work-based tasks. ✨ Anonymous recruitment Our anonymous recruitment feature removes names from applications, which eliminates the bias associated with seeing a candidate’s name at the shortlisting stage. ✨ Interview scheduling Schedule interviews through the same platform you used to choose the finalists. You can invite candidates and colleagues at the same time, and scheduled interviews will automatically sync with your calendar. ✨ Candidate pipeline Easily see and keep track of your candidate hiring pipeline at a glance. Move candidates seamlessly through the different stages of your recruitment journey. ✨ Bulk replies and email templates Getting back to all applicants has never been easier using our customisable templates and bulk reply option. ✨ Monitor applications If you're using Quick Apply, you can track views, clicks and applications for each of your job ads all from your own personalised dashboard. #ATS #ApplicantTracking #CharityJob #CharitySector #CharityRecruitment

As an entry-level candidate, finding work experience in the charity sector can feel overwhelming. But don’t let this put you off finding your dream role in a charity. Here are 5 ways to gain work experience in the charity sector as an entry-level candidate.  1. Do an internship  Internships are a great way of getting a feel for the charity sector and for a particular role, without the commitment of having a permanent job. However, they are hard to come by, and therefore applications are usually competitive. They are also often unpaid or only offer a low salary, and so they’re not an option that’s available to everyone.   2. Apply for a Graduate Scheme  If you have a degree, graduate schemes can provide training and are a great way to gain work experience in the charity sector.   Although graduate schemes are great for certain roles, again, they are rare. This means that there won’t be one for every cause or role that you might be interested in. 3. Pursue remote volunteering opportunities  Remote volunteering allows you to work whenever you have the time and from wherever you are, making it far easier to gain valuable experience without sacrificing too much.   4. Volunteer for a local charity or student society  Universities often have charity societies on campus. The more involved in them you become, the more likely it is that you’ll be elected into an executive position where you can influence events, fundraising, and marketing ventures. If you’re not a student, then why not reach out to charities in your area and offer up your skills? Most charities are always looking for extra volunteers and would appreciate the help.    5. Gain transferrable skills  Skills gained from whatever you’ve been doing up to this point will be transferrable to a non-profit. Just make sure to explain in your applications what you learnt and which skills you strengthened from each experience.  If you want to go into a non-specific charity role, such as working in marketing, IT, sales, or finance, you could also build your skills and gain experience by working outside of the sector first. Landing an entry-level job in the charity sector can seem challenging at first. Don’t forget that everyone entering the sector is in the same boat, and that the usual methods used in other industries aren’t the only way. If you show a strong commitment to and enthusiasm for working for a charity, then no matter how you gained your skills, you’ll stand out as a desirable candidate.   You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by applying for an entry-level role at a charity.   Check out the link in the comments to find your charity job today! 👇

It’s that time of year again! We’re incredibly excited to let you know that, as a part of our annual charitable giving, we’re offering small charities the opportunity to receive a share of a £100k donation. ✨ To qualify, you must: be a UK-based charity (not a CIC) with 50 or fewer employees have an annual income of less than £1 million spend less than 25% of your income on fundraising have less than 6 months of reserves. Then simply fill in a form to be in with a chance of receiving a share. The closing date is Friday 4th October. Applications will be reviewed and successful charities notified by week commencing 4th November. Apply via this form. 👇 https://buff.ly/3MOebWL #CharityJob #CharitableGiving2024 #charitysector

We are delighted to be the winner of Niche Jobboard of the Year at the Onrec Awards last night! 🥳 The Onrec Online Recruitment Awards ceremony is dedicated to celebrating achievements within the online recruitment industry. As the UK’s leading specialist jobboard for the charity sector, we were chosen as the winner to honour the accomplishments, progress, innovation, exceptional talent, and remarkable achievements within the online recruitment industry. We're thrilled to accept this award in recognition for: ⭐ driving the best quality candidates by promoting fair recruitment through research-led blogs and products, including anonymous recruitment and screening questions.   ⭐ attracting more diverse candidates than in the sector overall and offering them career advice, guides and an online community with regular networking events.  ⭐ dedicated Account Managers who offer a tailored, personal and proactive service, giving customers the best results and value for money.  ⭐ commitment to helping the sector thrive, and providing free products, such as a salary checker and applicant tracking software, CharityJob Recruiter. Also donating a percentage of their profits to small charities. “We’re honoured to receive this award and for our service to the charity sector to be recognised. We started CharityJob with the aim of freeing charities from high recruitment costs so they can concentrate on making a difference in the world. And from there, we’ve always been committed to improving hiring practices within the sector. I’m immensely proud of everything that we’ve achieved and of all the hard work every member of our team has put in to supporting the sector.” Raya & Steve Wexler, CharityJob Co-Founders

Looking to progress your career but not sure how to take that next step? Here’s how to improve your career prospects in seven easy steps.   Have a plan 📝 What’s your dream charity job? And what skills and experience does it require? Once you know what you’re aiming for, you can plan how to get there.  Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses by asking for feedback from your line manager and colleagues. This will help you know which areas to focus your attention on.  Learning and development 📖 Find out what training your organisation offers. Your employer may be able to provide budget for external training. It’s best to approach them with a clear idea of what you’re looking for and how it’ll benefit your role.  Google also has a wide range of free courses in topics ranging from skills to software.  Networking 🤝 A charity network connects you with the industry and helps inspire professional growth. When it comes to taking that next career step, it doesn’t hurt to know a few people in high places!  CharityConnect is an ideal first port of call. It’s an online network of over 17,000 charity professionals where you can meet like-minded people in the sector and find support in your role.   Find a mentor 🎓 As a mentee, you have a unique opportunity to benefit from the expert advice and experience of someone more senior. You have someone to advocate for you, to help you focus your goals and support you to achieve them (and to be accountable to!). Find a coach 📢 For more in-depth guidance, you could consider consulting a career change coach. Yes, they can be pricey, but you spend around 90,000 hours of your life at work. So, it can be worth it to make sure you’re 100% happy in your career. Make sure your CV is up to date ✅ Some people like to update their CV every time they get a promotion or have a new achievement to add. Others prefer to keep an up-to-date document or folder listing all their successes and achievements. Whichever method you choose, make sure to keep track of your main achievements in your current and previous roles, and back these up with as many facts and figures as you can.  Develop your soft skills 🤹 Examples of soft skills include communication, problem-solving, leadership, empathy, flexibility, teamwork and organisation.  Recruiters want to see evidence of soft skills because it shows them your work ethic and how you’ll fit into their team. Ready to see what’s out there? Hit the link in the comments to browse the latest charity jobs. 👇 #careertips #charitysector #charityjobs

So you’re looking to pursue a career in the charity sector. You want to give back to the community and do something meaningful for the world. It’s well known that charities don’t pay top of the market, but pay is still important. You don’t have to accept the first salary you’re offered—there’s still a place for negotiation. Let’s look at how to bargain for a better salary when you’re offered a job at a charity.  Need isn’t greed 💰 Charities often have to deliver to tight budgets. They rely on funding from a range of sources that are often unpredictable. Ask yourself: ‘do I feel guilty asking for more money because it’s a charity?’ It might feel like you’re depriving them of funds that would otherwise go towards the cause.  But, a fair salary reflects the skills and experience you’ll bring to help them achieve their goals. When to negotiate  🤝 The best time for salary negotiation is when you have a job offer in hand. They’ve made it clear they want to hire you, and you know exactly what figure they’re proposing. This is when you have the most leverage.  Making your case 💼 It’s important to go into the salary negotiation with a clear sense of why you’re asking for higher pay. Here are some common reasons for salary negotiation:  Your value   Something about you sparked the recruiter’s interest. Start by identifying what you’ll bring to the table and how it’ll benefit the charity.   Your current or previous salary  If this new role is a step up for you, particularly if you’re already working in the charity sector, you may well want to see that reflected in a pay rise too.  Practicalities  Perhaps only a higher salary would make this job workable for you. For example, would you have to travel far to get into the office, resulting in an expensive commute? If so, you can give a clear practical reason for your request.  Do your research 💻 It’s best to have hard data ready to support your ask. Otherwise, it might seem like you’re plucking a figure out of the air.  Use our Salary Checker to find out the average salary for your role in the charity sector. Ask around your network. Talking to peers, friends, and family can give you an edge, especially if some of them work at a charity. Here are a few things to bear in mind:  - Be polite. - Be confident. - Make it clear what figure you’re asking for. - Try to be flexible. - Avoid ultimatums. Remember, if your salary negotiation is unsuccessful, it doesn’t mean they think you’re worth less. In the charity sector it often comes down to other factors like funding. Charities often offer extensive benefits packages compared to for-profit organisations. So, look at the overall offer before making a final decision.  Want to see what’s out there? Hit the link in the comments to browse the latest charity jobs. 👇

Whether you’re currently out of work or just looking for your next challenge, job hunting can be stressful and exhausting, both mentally and physically. Here’s how you can stay motivated and make sure you don’t burn yourself out. 👇 Be selective 🧩 Writing a properly researched application, tailored to the person specification for a job you really want, is much more worthwhile than sending duplicate letters to lots of different charities. Recruiters can tell if you just need a job, rather than really wanting their job. Don’t waste energy applying for jobs you don’t really want or that won’t work for you in the long term. Have a strategy♟️ It’s easy to feel like you should be searching for a job constantly until you find one. But, as with working, you’re more likely to see better results if you’re well-rested and rejuvenated. So have a job search strategy that includes allowing yourself some time off.   You might choose to only search for jobs on three evenings a week, for example. This may mean tightly scheduling your time and streamlining your process so you can maximise your efforts. Ask for help 🫂 Job hunting can be lonely, so when you need some help, make sure you ask for it. That could be asking a friend or family member to read over your CV or cover letter. You could also consider finding a mentor. Mentors can help you set goals, fill skill gaps and think about your strengths and experience in different ways. Or why not put a call out on @charityconnect for a mentor in the area you want to focus on?   Be kind to yourself ❤️🩹  If the job hunt is taking longer than expected, it can be easy to start feeling you’re not good enough. But in reality, lots of other people will be in the same boat. Make sure you eat well, exercise and get enough sleep. If you’re feeling anxious, try to manage it through practices like mindfulness, and seek help if you need it. And don’t forget to celebrate any successes, however small.   Take a break ☕ Is the job search getting you down? Are you feeling a little fatigued? Take a break from the job hunt. Don’t worry about missing opportunities—most charity jobs are advertised for at least a fortnight. Rest, recharge and focus on yourself until you feel you have renewed energy to carry on again.  Have faith ✨ The right job is out there for you, so don’t give up! Believing in yourself shows resilience and tenacity—skills that employers love. It may take a bit of time, but stick with it. The effort will be worth it in the end, we promise! #jobsearch #charitysector #careertips #charityjobs

We see charities use a range of methods to increase diversity and inclusion. But are your efforts actually translating into results? We've created a free equal opportunities reporting tool that tracks progress in your hiring pipeline. Here’s how it works: ✅ We invite candidates to anonymously share demographic information when they register ✅ When you post a job with us using Quick Apply, you’ll get a report showing the diversity of your combined applications and hires. ✅ Use this over time to benchmark improvements in diversity or to help you to refine your hiring process This knowledge is powerful! It can help you pinpoint areas for improvement and invest in evidence-based strategies to create a more inclusive recruitment process Check out the link in the comments to find out more. 👇 #equalopportunities #charitysector #charityrecruitment

Thinking of changing your career but not sure where to begin? Here are some small steps you can take to move towards a career in the charity sector. Audit your current career 📝 When do you feel excited and absorbed by, and when do you feel distracted and unfulfilled? What are your values and aspirations and how far does your current career meet these? Where does it fall short? The more you map your thought processes, the clearer the way forward will become. Learn more about different roles in the sector 🗞️ Start by reading our career guides. Volunteering is also a useful way to gain experience (and valuable contacts) in the sector. If you want experience of a specific role and can’t find a volunteering opportunity, you could organise some work shadowing. It’s a great way to get insight into the reality of a job. Invest in yourself ✨ Now’s a great time to plug any gaps in your skills or knowledge. Check out our courses or have a look at organisations like NCVO to find out more about how charities work. For a more radical career shift, you could consider consulting a career change coach. Yes, they can be pricey, but you spend around 90,000 hours of your life at work. Seek out others 🤝 Wanting to change career can be a lonely feeling, especially if you feel like you don’t belong in your current job. You could attend a career change workshop or join a network or special interest group for the area you might want to move into. Speaking to people who already work in a given role in the charity sector is a great way to find out how to get into it and what it’s really like. Rebrand yourself 🔄 Start by identifying your transferable skills and rework your CV to highlight your experience that aligns the closest with your desired role. Think about who you could connect with on social media to show you’re invested in your new area? Are there any networking events you could join? Starting a new career can be a huge decision, and you may not feel ready to take the plunge immediately. But there are many small steps you can take to get you on the right path towards change. Which one will you choose first? #careerchange #charityskills #charitysector

The CharityJob research team are currently looking into the usage of AI within recruitment. We're interested to hear recruiters’ perspectives and thoughts on AI and its place in recruitment.   If you're a recruiter or have recruited in the last two years, and you’d like to take part in our 5-minute survey, please comment 'interested' on this post or email us at research@charityjob.co.uk and we’ll send you the survey link.   We’ll donate 100 meals for every 100 survey responses we receive through The Felix Project.   Thank you so much!