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What others are saying about The Nonprofit Career Guide...

“Comprehensive and easy to read, this career guide is perfect for anyone just about to hit the job market. Its insights helped me realize that a great nonprofit job is within reach.”
—John Pham, Baruch College, Class of 2008

“An exceptionally clear and engaging tour of the nonprofit sector. The Nonprofit Career Guide explains the types of jobs available, how to prepare for them, and how to land the job you want. Interviews featuring nonprofit staff and leaders add the touch of reality that makes this book such a valuable tool.”
—Russell A. Cargo, PhD, Director, Nonprofit and Civil Society Program, Virginia Tech Institute for Policy and Governance

“I highly recommend Shelly Cryer’s book to any student or young grad who wants to make a difference in the world. If you’re looking for resources, insight, or advice, you can find everything you need in The Nonprofit Career Guide.”
—Sheila J. Curran, Executive Director, Duke University Career Center, and coauthor of Smart Moves for Liberal Arts Grads: Finding a Path to Your Perfect Career

“This book is a gem and an absolutely essential resource for anyone considering a career in the not-for-profit sector! It offers keen insights into the community and the myriad of exciting and interesting career opportunities to be found. Anyone interested in challenging work, professional growth, and making a difference will be even more inspired after consulting this guide.”
—Carole Dickert-Scherr, Vice President, Human Resources, PBS

“The candid advice from Shelly Cryer and other experts make this book an invaluable guide for anyone who wants to land a job that makes a difference.”
—Kimberly Hendler, Executive Director, Princeton Project 55, and Young Nonprofit Professionals Network National Board Member

“What a tremendous resource—a must read for new students! The Nonprofit Career Guide is a thoughtful and insightful journey into the exciting and personally rewarding career opportunities in the nonprofit sector.”
—William L. Pollard, PhD, Vice President, National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges (NASULGC)

“Finding a job in the nonprofit sector just got easier. This book is a comprehensive tool for anyone seeking a job in the nonprofit sector and for those of us who advise others on how to obtain one. It has important information about key trends, an overview of the subsectors and job opportunities of the sector, and a summary of research that will dispel the myths about these jobs. It is a must for any career counselor or life coach’s office.”
—Terri Barreiro, Director, Donald McNeely Center for Entrepreneurship, Saint John’s University and the College of Saint Benedict in central Minnesota

“The Nonprofit Career Guide details all the decisions and steps to finding the right job with the right organization. It provides practical advice and offers a pathway for making a career of making a difference.”
—Bill Bentley, President & CEO, Voices for America’s Children

“Whether you are 22 or 62, if you are looking for work in a nonprofit, this book is a useful tool. Shelly Cryer not only gives you a step-by-step guide to matching your skills with the nonprofit of your dreams, but along the way she is a terrific salesperson for the value and meaning of working in the nonprofit sector. I’ll recommend this book to all my students.”
—Peter Brinckerhoff, nonprofit consultant and author of Generations

“What a useful overview of career opportunities in the nonprofit sector and of the sector itself!”
—Irv Katz, President & CEO, National Human Services Assembly

“Thanks to Shelly Cryer, we have the perfect road map for the future leaders of the nonprofit sector, who will benefit from the map and the quality counsel she offers.”
—Robert F. Long, Director, Greater Battle Creek Programming and Senior Program Officer, W. K. Kellogg Foundation

“This book is the most comprehensive piece yet on the nonprofit sector. It is a must for the neophyte job seeker to the most experienced nonprofit professional.”
—John D. Welty, President, California State University, Fresno

“Wow! I found myself energized when reading The Nonprofit Career Guide. This springboard will launch many nonprofit careers for both recent grads and career switchers.”
—Michael Cruz, President, Lighthouse Advisors, LLC



Table Of Contents: 
INTRODUCTION Welcome Job Seekers
This Book Is Written For . . . You
What’s Inside
Embarking on the Search

CHAPTER ONE Understanding the Nonprofit Sector
What Is a Nonprofit Organization?
Why Do We Need the Nonprofit Sector?
The Size and Scope of the Nonprofit Sector
Organizational Culture in the Nonprofit Sector
Key Trends in the Nonprofit Sector
In a Nutshell . . .

CHAPTER TWO Spotlight on Key Nonprofit Subsectors
Spotlight on Arts, Culture, and Humanities
Spotlight on Education
Spotlight on Environment and Animals
Spotlight on Health
Spotlight on Human Services
Spotlight on International and Foreign Affairs
Spotlight on Public or Societal Benefit
Spotlight on Religion-Related
Spotlight on Mutual/Membership Benefit
In a Nutshell . . .

CHAPTER THREE Jobs in the Nonprofit Sector
Senior Management
Programs and Service Delivery
Administration, Human Resources, and Finance
Development and Fundraising
Communications
Consulting in the Nonprofit Sector
Sample Job Descriptions
In a Nutshell . . .

CHAPTER FOUR Preparing for a Career in the Nonprofit Sector
Understanding Yourself
Exploring Different Career Possibilities
In a Nutshell . . .

CHAPTER FIVE Landing a Great Job in the Nonprofit Sector
Sound Research
Effective Networking
Targeted Search Strategies
Persuasive Cover Letters
A Stellar Résumé
Deal-Closing Interviews
Appropriate Follow-up and Negotiation
In a Nutshell . . .

Closing Thoughts

Appendix: Resources
Endnotes
Index
About American Humanics, Inc.
About the Author

LIST OF PROFILES

Andrea Browne-Phillips, Research Associate, The Aspen Institute
Lisa Dardy McGee, National Parks & Forests Program Director, Wyoming Outdoor Council
Yvonne Forman, Executive Director, PAX (Program of Academic Exchange)
Byron Hatch, Associate Director of Membership Services, National Collegiate Athletic Association
Christopher Herrera, Director of Communications, Tides Foundation
Diane J. Johnson, PhD, Founder and President, Mmapeu Consulting
Erika Lindsay, Public Relations Associate, Seattle Art Museum
Marc Morial, President and CEO, National Urban League
Christopher Murray, LMSW, Project Coordinator and Counselor, The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center
Carolyn Pizzuto, Vice President, Revenue Management, March of Dimes
Cathleen I. Price, Senior Attorney, Equal Justice Initiative of Alabama
Esteban Ramos, Associate Executive Director, Fresh Youth Initiatives
Jamie Roach, Manager of Major Grants, Harvesters
Brigette Rouson, Leader, Education Initiatives, Alliance for Nonprofit Management
Melissa Schulz, Volunteer Services Administrator, Family Violence Prevention Services, Inc.
Wendy Terra, Clinical Social Worker III, The Children’s Village
Michael Watson, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Girl Scouts of the USA
Sharon Williams, Teen Membership and Program Specialist, YMCA of the USA
Shash Yázhí, Spirit in Motion Director, Movement Strategy Center