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Hiring managers often face a challenge: should you prioritise experience or potential? While an impressive CV might seem like the safest bet, hiring for potential can open your charity up…

Navigating the path to leadership in the charity sector can be unclear for many—while many fundraisers aspire to become CEOs, the journey isn’t always well-defined. At Ashby Jenkins Recruitment we…

At Ashby Jenkins Recruitment we have the pleasure of meeting with leaders from across the sector on a regular basis, these meetings and conversations are always a litmus test for…

According to Charity Today, British Muslims are the most charitable group of individuals in the UK, donating to charities at a rate that is at least four times greater than…

The rise of AI has revolutionised the way we approach job searching – with a recent LinkedIn survey finding 72% of job seekers are using AI tools in the process.…

In recent years, there has been significant progress in the field of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) within the charity sector. However, ageism remains a frequently overlooked issue. Our 2021…

In the charity sector, where budgets are often tight and resources limited, well-honed skills and effective leadership can make all the difference to the success of a charity in achieving their…

Yesterday, we at Ashby Jenkins Recruitment, hosted our ‘Building successful relationships between Marketing and Fundraising teams’ event, looking into how to drive collaboration between these two teams. As a recruitment…

Let’s be real—writing a job description (JD) is no walk in the park. It’s tempting to dig out the same old template, but a fresh, well-crafted JD can mean the…

Introduction In today’s increasingly busy and demanding work environment, balancing the responsibilities of a senior job role with your personal life can be challenging. Job sharing offers an excellent solution…

The charity sector recruitment market is undergoing notable changes following the post pandemic candidate-driven landscape. Here is an overview of the current trends and insights which we have witnessed over…

The Benefits of Recruiting Temporary Staff In the ever-evolving charity sector, organisations and teams often face various challenges, from fluctuating funding to seasonal demands. These factors can make staffing particularly…

I’m writing this to share my personal experience of working with ADHD but of course, everyone’s experience is unique; ADHD and other neuro-diversities aren’t as simple as a list of…

Ten tips to make your social media accessible and inclusive   I recently attended Charity Digital’s inaugural Digital Inclusion Summit, a day filled with online talks and webinars designed to…

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment, a recruitment agency specialising in marketing jobs in the charity sector, work tirelessly to help a diverse pool of candidates secure marketing jobs in the charity sector.…

Parental leave in the charity sector isn’t as transparent as we’d like. Imagine achieving just 12% of your fundraising target. Your organisation would likely be disappointed. Similarly, if you consumed…

Our first in-person event of the year, held on 21st May 2024, featured insights from sector leaders Stuart Wilson and Arran Sanderson from WaterAid. They shared their experiences in adopting…

Recently, more data professionals from the commercial sector have contemplated the idea of making a meaningful shift into the charity sector. While the transition might seem challenging, it offers a…

With such a lovely response to my last blog about my recent (successful!) career change, I couldn’t help but be inspired to share more in the hope of helping others…

Becoming a parent is most certainly one of life’s most transformative experiences. The joy that comes with welcoming a new life into the world is unparalleled. However, as many new…