Executive Director's Message
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What does it mean to have a career in the social sector? It could mean everything – to you and to the people you serve. But we have a big problem. As in almost every other employment sector, the nonprofit industry has a workforce shortage.
"Charitable nonprofits around the country are reporting significant difficulties retaining staff and filling vacancies. What was initially considered a challenge has now become a workforce crisis in need of immediate remedy and commitment to overcome longstanding problems exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. While job vacancies in the government and business sectors may cause disappointment and lost profits, the lack of adequate nonprofit staffing means the public suffers delayed or complete loss of needed services." (National Council of Nonprofits)
What can we do? We published an article in last week’s Greater Cincinnati Nonprofit News to spur dialogue about some solutions. Take a look and let us know what you think!
Beth Benson
Executive Director
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Recruiting for Applicants with Experience
by Jane Page-Steiner, Publisher
Greater Cincinnati Nonprofit News
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Is your nonprofit having problems with recruiting qualified candidates for your open positions? If you are, you are not alone. A recent survey conducted by the National Council of Nonprofits found that almost three fourths of the nonprofits reported job vacancies. More than half of the nonprofits reported they have more vacancies now compared to before COVID, and nearly three out of ten have longer waiting lists for services. In the current competitive job market, recruiting for a nonprofit can be challenging and strained by low compensation, expectations of long hours, and limited career pathways.
It is critical for your nonprofit’s success to find experienced and qualified applicants for all your job openings. Whether you’re seeking senior positions for your nonprofit, or recruiting for program support, financial, facilities positions, teaching/training positions or administrative positions, every position impacts your work and mission.
Posting your openings on the big job posting sites may attract lots of applicants but many of the applicants will have little or no experience in the nonprofit sector. The Greater Cincinnati Nonprofit News can help you recruit applicants who have the qualifications you are looking for and an understanding of the nonprofit workplace. Over 80% of our 6,000 readers currently work in the nonprofit sector. As one of our job posters shared, “We are happy to report we recently hired for a position at American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio and our most qualified applicant came from Greater Cincinnati Nonprofit News.” James Kosmatka, ACLU of Ohio
It is easy and affordable to post your openings with GC Nonprofit News. Visit our website and use the online form.
If you have questions about posting your job opening in the GC Nonprofit News, don’t hesitate to reach out to me, [email protected].
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Member Benefits & Cost Savings |
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Mutual of America: Leadership Council members are eligible for a waiver of certain plan-related administrative charges attributable to 401(k), 403(b) and Tax-Deferred Annuity plans. The waivers apply to both existing and new Mutual of America clients. Savings from these waivers allow more of the funds you have budgeted for your retirement plan to be applied to other business objectives.
The Leadership Council for Nonprofits is happy to present an option for your retirement plan products and services through Mutual of America because of its extensive experience with nonprofits and its history of quality customer service. Mutual of America has been dedicated to making quality retirement products and services available to nonprofit organizations since 1945.
If your organization is considering starting a retirement plan for its employees, or if you are interested in changing your current plan provider, Mutual of America’s representatives can be of assistance to you. To learn more, click here.
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ResultsLab: As a follow up to our 2022 partnership with ResultsLab to offer impact circles, RL is providing a discount to its Impact Collective, where nonprofit professionals unite to harness the potential of data-driven change. The next CoLab Cohort kicks off September 21, 2023. Join a group of 5-10 professionals monthly for six months to tackle data challenges and drive progress toward strengthening your data practice, facilitated by a ResultsLab coach. Get your first month free with the code MemberVIP! To learn more and register, click here.
LC members should sign into the Cost Savings section of our website to learn how to sign up for these programs. |
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Upcoming dates for our signature board member training:
BOLD 16: October 26 - December 7, 2023 (registration deadline: 10/12/2023)
Registration is still open for our final 2023 BOLD cohort and dates are now available for 2024 cohorts. Like most Leadership Council programs, members get a reduced rate! For all the details, visit BeBoldCincy.org.
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Nov. 28-30 - Save the Date!
Search Inside Yourself: An Emotional Intelligence Workshop (virtual)
Originally developed at Google, the world-renowned Search Inside Yourself program teaches practical mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and leadership tools to unlock your full potential at work and in life. Navigating today's uncertainty and stress requires a new level of resilience, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills. Search Inside Yourself will help you develop critical skills to face today's complex environment and challenges that are sure to come. Live sessions will take place from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm EST each day. More info to come.
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Oct. 12: Mergers & Acquisitions for Nonprofits - Legal Structure, Due Diligence, & Dynamics of Culture
Ron Christian, Partner with Taft Law, and Bryan Pautsch, Principal and Nonprofit tax expert from VonLehman CPA & Advisory Firm will speak about legal structure explorations, due diligence, culture, leadership, and other practical considerations. Hosted by VonLehman, Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio, and Taft Law. Learn more and register here.
Workforce Solutions for Nonprofits: A Free UST Webinar Exclusively for Nonprofit Employers
Our longtime partner, UST, works with nonprofit employers nationwide to help address common risks that can cost organizations thousands of dollars annually. Join one of their upcoming sessions to learn about the tools and resources that can help your nonprofit streamline HR processes and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Multiple dates/times available.
Cincinnati Magazine is once again presenting Cincinnati Gives, a combination of charitable registry and online giving challenge. The Cincinnati Gives Challenge is a friendly fund-raising competition where local charities compete to raise the most money with the top teams winning cash prizes from Cincinnati Magazine. Last year over $466,000 was raised for local organizations. For complete information, including rules and deadlines, click here.
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2023 Leadership Council Annual Sponsors |
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