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Working in the Voluntary Sector

 

[ Buy this book ] M any people have had some contact with the voluntary sector through volunteering, but it is also worth considering the sector as a viable option for career development. It is increasing in size and importance and can offer the chance to develop all of the skills that have usually b... [ Read More ]

About the Author

Craig Brown - Author CRAIG BROWN draws on his extensive experience of working in the voluntary sector to show how you can do the same. He has specialised in recruitment for an overseas development charity.

 
 
 

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1.Preface

2.Understanding The Voluntary Sector
Comparing Charities And Voluntary Bodies; Understanding How Charities And Voluntary Bodies Work; Fundraising And Its Importance; Looking At Opportunities For Work; Finding Out More; Checklist; Useful Resources;

3.Working In The Voluntary Sector
Wanting To Do It; Doing Paid Or Unpaid Work; Working At Home Or Abroad; Deciding How Long To Do It For; Deciding When To Do It; Assessing The Benefits; Using The Internet To Make Your Mark; Case Studies; Checklist; Useful Resources;

4.Finding The Right Work For You
Applying For A Job; Fitting In Your Lifestyle And Aspirations; Knowing What You Have To Offer; Writing Your Cv; Filling Out The Application Form; Registering With An Agency; Handling The Interview; Case Studies; Checklist; Useful Resources;

5.Looking At Opportunities For Young People
Acquiring New Skills, Confidence, Responsibility; Working In Your Gap Year Or During Vacations; Doing Paid Work In The Voluntary Sector – Is It A Real Job?; Understanding Government Schemes; Hearing What Private And Public Sector Employers Think; Looking A

6.Giving Your Free Time
Exploring Different Ways Of Volunteering; Assessing The Pros And Cons Of Volunteering; Finding A Volunteer Position; Serving On A Committee; Understanding What You Get Out Of It; Case Studies; Checklist; Useful Resources;

7.Making A Career In The Voluntary Sector
Finding A Paid Position; Exploring What Jobs Are Available; Understanding Job Descriptions And Person Specifications; Understanding Terms And Conditions; Assessing The Financial Rewards; Exploring Promotion Prospects And Job Security; Case Studies; Checkli

8.Moving Up, Moving On
Working In The Voluntary Sector As Part Of Your Wider Career Plans; Developing Your Skills; Updating Your Cv; Keeping In Touch; Case Studies; Checklist; Useful Resources;

9.Working Overseas
Finding Out About Different Organisations; Preparing To Work Abroad; Finding Work Before You Go Or When You Arrive; Returning Home; Case Studies; Checklist; Useful Resources;

10.Working With People
Using This Chapter; Directory Of Relevant Organisations;

11.Working For Animals And The Environment
Using This Chapter; Directory Of Relevant Organisations;