How to hire development talent for nonprofits

Navigating Uncertainty: How Non-Profit Executive Search Is Evolving in 2025 As seen in Hunt Scanlon Media's just released Non-Profit Recruiting newsletter, the non-profit sector is entering a pivotal moment in 2025, marked by financial volatility, leadership transitions, and heightened expectations around organizational performance and equity. As federal funding cuts ripple through social services, education, the arts, and environmental initiatives, many non-profits have paused executive hiring or slowed decision-making, creating an environment of deep uncertainty. As expectations shift, so does the definition of strong leadership. Executive search consultants have told our editors that today’s non-profit executives must blend financial acumen with deep mission alignment, equity fluency, and the ability to lead through change. Read the full newsletter here >> https://lnkd.in/eck_TgF

How do you rebuild trust and culture after a reduction in force? A national education nonprofit partnered with Nonprofit HR’s Search team to restore stability and strengthen its workforce after a period of restructuring. Through an empathetic, data-driven recruitment approach, our team filled 50 adjunct faculty positions and placed a new Director of Talent Acquisition, stabilizing hiring operations and positioning the organization for long-term success. Read how intentional recruitment can drive renewal after disruption 👉 https://lnkd.in/g4TmJVgp #NonprofitHR #TalentStrategy #NonprofitLeadership #RecruitmentExcellence #ChangeManagement #WorkforceResilience #PeopleFirst

Many times, businesses want to partner with non-profits but don’t know where to start…. If this sounds familiar to you, check out this clip and hear directly from three local businesses how they began partnering with Wildwood Programs & eventually hired talented employees. #NationalDisabilityinEmploymentAwarenessMonth #NDEAM #RECRUITMENT

I recently had many conversations on the future of HR and if AI is there to replace it. We already see how AI can simplify the day-to-day of HR leaders and support with deeper insight in people analytics. Before we worry too much about AI though, I think a lot of organizations still need to realize the strategic value of people practices - they make or break an organization, they are one of THE single biggest levers to reach your impact goals. In a conversation with Lenke Taylor, CPO of Personio, we reflected on how to build great people practices and leverage Human Resources to reach the goals of an organization - to me, it was truly inspiring to learn how Lenke thinks about the strategic value of HR. Personio Foundation Personio #strategicHR #AIinHR

Today is International Day of Older Persons! 🌟 Your nonprofit's next game-changing hire might be someone with decades of passion to share. Older workers don't just bring experience - they bring institutional memory, mentorship skills, and networks that can transform your organization's impact. Think about it: Who better to guide your mission than someone who's witnessed challenges evolve and solutions work across decades? Smart nonprofits are adapting their recruiting strategies to attract this valuable talent through flexible roles, purpose-driven positions, and recognition of expertise. The result? Stronger teams, better retention, and organizations that truly benefit from multigenerational wisdom. Ready to unlock the power of experienced talent in your nonprofit? #NonprofitLeadership #AgeInclusivity #NonprofitHiring #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons #NonprofitRecruitment #ExperiencedWorkers #NonprofitCareers #DiversityAndInclusion #NonprofitManagement #WorkforceWisdom https://lnkd.in/ejp6bFK3

Navigating Uncertainty: How Non-Profit Executive Search Is Evolving in 2025 As seen in Hunt Scanlon Media's just released Non-Profit Recruiting newsletter, recruiters have noticed a slow-down in executive hiring since January, with many non-profits deciding to hold on hiring in an environment of financial uncertainty. “Strategy, innovation, flexibility, business acumen – including risk management- and fundraising are skills that critical skills in the current environment,” said Molly Brennan, global managing partner and practice leader, non-profit and social impact at DSG | Koya. “Leaders must be able to quickly develop and implement strategies in response to external factors, and then able to pivot when those circumstances change. Boards want executives who can do more with less, creatively navigate funding declines, and build new revenue streams.” Read the full newsletter here >> https://lnkd.in/eck_TgF #nonprofit #leadership #recruiting #talent #socialimpact #hiring

When it comes to fundraising hires, the details matter. From vague cover letters to missing metrics, small missteps can raise red flags. In our recent article, Senior Search Consultant Angie Heer breaks down the top red & green flags for both fundraising applicants and hiring nonprofits. Read the full insight here: https://lnkd.in/gKFWT239 #TheMoranCompany #Leadership #Hiring #Nonprofit #SearchFirm

Nonprofits face unique HR challenges shaped by mission-driven structures and community expectations. From compliance with labor laws to managing volunteers, onboarding employees from the for-profit world, and navigating leadership transitions, the complexities can be significant. By combining strong HR practices with a mission focus, nonprofits can strengthen operations while advancing their cause. This Insperity blog shares the most common nonprofit HR challenges you might encounter and how you can start addressing them today. Just click below to learn more. #Nonprofit #HRStrategy #TalentManagement #HRThatMakesADifference https://lnkd.in/g88z_PyJ

Could remote or hybrid work be the key to retaining great fundraisers? This article raises an important question for nonprofit leaders: Are we adapting fast enough to how fundraisers actually want to work? According to recent data from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, 75% of fundraising professionals are women and research from Harvard Business Review shows women ages 18–45 are most likely to leave roles that don’t offer remote or hybrid flexibility. For many nonprofits, that means flexibility could be a recruitment advantage, not a risk. Studies show hybrid fundraisers stay longer, build stronger donor relationships, and perform just as well (if not better) than those tied to the office. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eAxNtHM9 I’d love to hear from others in the nonprofit sector: ➡️ Do you currently have remote or hybrid roles in your fundraising team? ➡️ Would you consider it as a way to attract or retain talent? #NonprofitLeadership #FundraisingStrategy #HybridWork #NonprofitSector #ECCInsights

#𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 ‘𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭’ 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫��𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 - A new survey by the nonprofit Controllers Council aims to quantify #talent concerns in corporate F&A. https://lnkd.in/gUa_VhTh #CPSG #ItsWhoYouKnow