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  • Advice for Young Nonprofit Professionals of Color — From People Who Have Been There

    • Feb 11, 2020
    • Nicole Wallace

    Take advantage of networking opportunities. Develop a circle of mentors and advisers. Build strong connections within your organization.

  • How to Get a Charity Job if You Have No Nonprofit Experience

    • Feb 11, 2020
    • Allison Fine

    In her latest advice column, nonprofit expert Allison Fine answers a question from a reader who’s having trouble breaking into charity work despite a strong academic background and work experience. In a quandary about your career? Need tips on leadership? Ask Allison.

  • Big or Small Charity? What to Consider When Looking the Right Fundraising Job

    • Feb 5, 2020
    • Eden Stiffman

    Development officers and consultants share things to keep in mind when considering whether to work at a small or large nonprofit.

  • How Students Can Prepare for a Nonprofit Career

    • Feb 5, 2020
    • Allison Fine

    In her latest advice column, nonprofit expert Allison Fine answers a reader's question about students who want to go right from college into work that benefits others. In a quandary about your career? Need tips on leadership? Ask Allison.

  • How to Find a Nonprofit Job That Fits

    • Feb 5, 2020
    • Timothy Sandoval

    Do the research, ask the right questions, and look for the clues that tell you whether a prospective workplace will be toxic or terrific.

  • A Job Hunter Gets Advice on Landing Her First Job in Philanthropy

    • Feb 5, 2020
    • Cody Switzer

    Members of The Chronicle's LinkedIn group offer advice to a recent graduate who wants to start a career as a grant maker.

  • Behind the Scenes of a Fundraiser Search: the Job Seeker’s Perspective

    • Feb 5, 2020
    • Eden Stiffman

    The new director of gift planning at Pennsylvania State University talks about his recent job search. Here’s what other charities can learn from his experience.

  • 12 Questions Job Seekers Should Ask—and Nonprofits Should Be Able to Answer

    • Feb 5, 2020
    • Carol Weisman

    Knowing the size of an organization's donor database, its marketing budget, and other key figures helps fundraisers set reasonable expectations for negotiations.

  • 11 Tips for Dealing With Headhunters

    • Feb 5, 2020
    • Heather Joslyn

    Recruitment professionals offer advice for working with them, even if you are not looking for a new job.