The issue of gender in the workplace has become a political hot potato and a talking point whichever sector you work in. Traditionally, the non-profit sector has been heavily represented by women in both volunteer and managerial roles. But as gender stereotypes are being busted left, right and centre, it’s time to explore why there […]
Designing a Volunteer Application Process
A volunteer starts judging their experience with you from the moment they show in an interest in being involved. So, if you are committed to providing a great volunteer experience and therefore growing a great volunteer team, you need to start by addressing your application process. A slow and clumsy process tells potential volunteers that […]
Guide to Successful Grant Applications
No two funders operate in exactly the same way, but there are several things that they have in common. Most importantly, they all want to make the biggest impact they can with the money they have available. It’s your job to convince the decision makers that you’re the right organisation to help them do it. […]
Supporting Employees Experiencing Domestic Violence
If the Domestic Violence Act-Victims’ Protection Bill is passed it will become mandatory to offer flexible working hours, and up to 10 days paid leave, to people with experience of domestic violence. Whether this bill comes into law or not, it has brought issues about domestic violence and the workplace into public consciousness. Forward looking […]
Non-Profit Board Induction Process
In order for Trustees to do their job well, they need to be properly prepared and introduced to the role. A formal induction process ensures that all Trustees are aware of what is expected of them, and it minimises conflict or poor performance further down the track. As you develop an induction process for your […]
The Power of Policies
Mention the word policy and most people’s eyes glaze over or roll to the back of their head. However, policy is an essential part of providing good governance and helps safeguard your organisation from potential risk. What is a Policy? In nutshell, a policy is a ‘statement of position’ or ‘ground-rule’ for how situations are […]
Making Fundraising Events Worthwhile
We all know that organising a fundraising event takes a lot of time, effort and energy. So, if you are going to go to the trouble of organising something, you want to make sure that you will be able to repeat it over and over again. The first time around it’s hard, but the next […]
Dealing with Difficult Behaviour
When you work in the non-profit sector, everyone assumes that the people you manage will be kind, caring, loving and well behaved. However, you and I both know that’s not always the case. This 4 step process is a great way to have difficult conversations about challenging behaviour. Step 1: Pull the Person Aside for […]
What Great Boards Do
New Zealand has nearly 27,500 registered charities, all with Governance Boards overseeing the success of their organisation. However, no two Boards operate in exactly the same way and there is a vast difference between Boards that operate well and those that don’t. While the general roles and responsibilities of a Board are the same regardless […]
Creating a Workplace Wellness Programme
Implementing a Workplace Wellness Programme can help prevent burnout by supporting staff to stay happy and healthy on a daily basis. If you’re thinking that Wellness Programmes are only for the big corporates, think again. No office or project is too small, or lacking in money not to have one! Here are a few of […]
