Why Your NFP Needs an Employee Value Proposition (EVP) – And How Be Recruitment Can Help
In the ever-changing Not-for-Profit (NFP) sector, attracting and retaining top talent is more challenging than ever. With rising salary expectations, growing workloads, and increased competition from other sectors, many NFPs struggle to stand out as an employer of choice. That’s where a strong Employee Value Proposition (EVP) comes in. At Be Recruitment, we help organisations … Read more
A Perfect Storm for Change
This month we’ve received the following article written by Renée Robson for the Be Recruitment Group site on Trauma-Informed Leadership: The Missing Piece in For-Purpose Organisations We need to be trauma-informed in our service delivery” is increasingly heard in for-purpose organisations. Yet while we’re laser-focused on trauma-informed care for clients, we nearly always overlook one … Read more
Leadership as a Practice: The Key to Building Stronger Teams
In our world of increasing tensions, division, mandated returns to the office and rolling restructures, great leaders who can navigate the grey with ease are hard to find*. The most effective leaders I’ve known have had one thing in common: they see leadership as a practice rather than a part of their job. * Although … Read more
The Key to Employee Engagement and Innovation in 2025
Recent findings from Gartner’s Global Talent Monitor survey have raised alarm bells for Australian employers. The data, gathered from over 6,000 employees across 40 countries, reveals that dissatisfaction with innovation and leadership within Australian workplaces is at an all-time high. As employees report feeling disengaged and uninspired, it’s clear that leaders need to reassess their … Read more
Be Executive: Pro Bono Work for Voluntary Board Appointments
At Be Executive, part of the Be Recruitment Group, we take pride in supporting organisations, particularly in the not-for-profit sector. One of the ways we give back is through our pro bono service for voluntary board appointments, led by our founding directors, Zena Clark and Jenny Rosser. With a wealth of experience in executive search … Read more
The Gift of Feedback: Why Honesty Matters in Candidate Feedback
Feedback is a crucial part of the recruitment process. It’s not just about letting candidates know whether they were successful or not—it’s about providing them with insights that can help them grow and succeed in future opportunities. While sensitive feedback is important, it’s the honest and sometimes tough feedback that truly makes a difference. Why … Read more
The Benefits of Retained and Exclusive Search Recruitment for Hard-to-Fill Roles Across Australia
Recruiting top talent is always a challenge, but when it comes to hard-to-fill, senior clinical, and regional roles, the stakes are even higher. At Be Recruitment Group, we utilise retained and exclusive search recruitment methodologies to successfully fill these crucial positions in some of the most challenging locations across Australia, including the Northern Territory, Regional … Read more
Innovative Remuneration and Benefits Strategies for the Not-for-Profit Sector
The Not-for-Profit (NFP) sector faces unique challenges in attracting and retaining talent, particularly when it comes to offering competitive remuneration and benefits. While financial constraints may limit the ability to match private sector salaries, NFPs can employ creative strategies to provide compelling compensation packages for both executive and non-executive roles. Here are some ideas to … Read more
Top Reasons for Staff Turnover in the Not-for-Profit Sector: A Look at 2023-2024
In recent years, turnover in the Not-for-Profit (NFP) sector has been a subject of concern, with several key factors influencing why talented individuals are leaving these organisations. From burnout to remuneration, the dynamics shaping this trend are multifaceted and pivotal for understanding workforce dynamics in the NFP sector. 1. Burnout and Fatigue: Among the most … Read more
How to get the best out of your recruitment agency
The more recruitment agencies working on your vacancy, the faster it’s filled, right? Actually, the opposite is usually true! According to Louise Archer from Retrained Search, inviting multiple recruiters to try and fill a role (called ‘contingent recruitment’) has an average fill rate of below 25%. In contrast, fill rates are up around 95–100% for … Read more
