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Finding a job

Charity and Third Sector

There are many different areas within the Charity, Not-for-profit and Volunteering sectors and work can be varied.

You could get involved in: 

  • campaigning and lobbying
  • international development
  • community development
  • human rights
  • fundraising
  • volunteer management

Considering which area(s) you are particularly interested in will help you to target your job search.

 

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Who recruits the charity and third sector areas?

  • Small and medium-sized enterprises
  • Social enterprises
  • Charities
  • Voluntary Organisations
  • Non-Governmental Organisations
  • Pressure groups
  • Think Tanks

Where to find charity and third sector jobs

Many charity and third-sector roles are found through online job boards. These include:

Although direct entry graduate roles found on the above jobs board are more common in this sector, some graduate schemes do exist. Below you will find some of the few graduate schemes available in this sector, although this is not an exhaustive list:

  • Charityworks - programme which places graduates into charities for leadership training
  • IntoUniversity - graduate scheme within the education field
  • Wellcome - offers a two year graduate programme
  • British Heart Foundation - offers graduate schemes in a range of areas across the charity including finance, retail, technology and marketing

 

Recruitment agencies

Recruitment consultants work with individuals to help them find suitable work to match their skills. Agency Central is the UK's leading recruitment agency directory. An advanced search and filter system finds the agencies which match your needs.

Are you looking for a role in Hampshire? Our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy can help!

If you're in the final year of your degree, you can register for support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy. They work with over 3,000 employers in the local area to place our students into fantastic graduate careers.

Learn more about the Graduate Recruitment Consultancy

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Speculative applications

Speculative applications involve sending a CV and cover letter to an employer to ask if they have any vacancies, even if the company is not currently advertising for a role. They're a great way to access "hidden jobs" that go unadvertised.

Submitting a speculative application shows your interest in a specific company and your willingness to go above and beyond to develop your skills and understanding of the industry. 

Learn how to send a speculative application

Explore the Charity and Third Sector Career Guide

Charity and Third Sector

Your guide to building a career in charities and the third-sector.

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