
Staffing & Human Resources

Because of the nature of the pandemic, the ways volunteers are used and engaged have changed dramatically throughout the months.
There are a lot of nonprofits that manage back office service really well. And then there are nonprofits that lack back office staff.
The COVID-19 pandemic has created immense challenges for nonprofit organizations.
There is a great deal to think about in your new situation. My suggestion is to be proactive and not reactive.
Your nonprofit’s orientation and onboarding program should be continual for all employees.
Maintaining high levels of nonprofit productivity in the midst of a crisis is important for both survival and growth.
Your nonprofit overhead ratio can sometimes be difficult to calculate, understand and minimize.
In this time of uncertainty, seek to keep your fundraising team in place if possible.
With global shutdowns and social distancing laws in full effect, your organization will need to revamp the way it operates.
For years, the staff at some nonprofits have worked many hours of overtime without pay.