The Importance of Having a Property Expert on a Modern-Day NFP Board
I recently had the pleasure of attending a remarkable roundtable event focused on the significance of property in the agendas of NfP executives. The event was expertly hosted by Ross Chaplin from Franklin Shanks and Andrew Grima of Bartier Perry. The discussion brought together NFP executives, property consultants, developers, and lawyers, and it quickly became … 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
A Balancing Act: Navigating Mental Health as a Middle Manager
As a middle manager, the pressure to excel in your role while maintaining the mental health and well-being of your team can be overwhelming. The demands to be a role model, promote psychosocial safety, manage change, and stay compliant with evolving regulations often seem like an insurmountable task. The question is: how can you manage … Read more
Benchmarking HR Teams: Elevating Your Organisation’s Talent Management
In today’s competitive job market, Human Resources (HR) teams play a pivotal role in attracting, retaining, and developing top talent. For organisations looking to optimise their HR functions, benchmarking is a crucial strategy. By comparing HR practices, processes, and performance metrics with industry standards and best practices, organisations can identify areas for improvement and drive … 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
The Gender Pay Gap in the Profit for Purpose Sector: A 2024 Perspective
In 2024, the gender pay gap remains a critical issue in many sectors, including the Profit for Purpose (PFP) sector. Despite efforts to promote equality and the introduction of Modern Awards, disparities in pay between men and women persist. Understanding the nuances and underlying causes of this gap is essential for creating more equitable workplaces. … 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
Be Recruitment – Gail Hilton
I’m tired. In fact, scrap that. I’m exhausted. It’s the end of the year in not for profit world and things should – we always think – be quietening down. Instead I have a huge (and quite frankly unachievable) list of things to do before Christmas and it is feeling somewhat overwhelming. Our plans for … Read more
Do you have a retention issue in your team? Are you fixing it with continuous recruitment?
Do you have a retention issue in your team? Are you fixing it with continuous recruitment? Retention is the key to winning the war on talent. Concentrate on fixing this, before you spend more money on replacing lost talent. Common sense right? But like most people-based practices the basics of retention does involve common sense … Read more
Pipelining talent – not all Grad fairs and free lollies
Being a professional recruiter for almost 20 years I have spent the majority of my time at the pointy end of things. The reactive vacancy given to us to fill ASAP. Organisations can save a lot of recruitment dollars in pipelining talent for their organisation. In the article below I aim to demystify the art … Read more
