This Week in PND Reviews . . . For anyone contemplating a career move into the nonprofit sector, Jobs and Careers with Non-Profit Organizations is an excellent introduction to the field. Starting from the assumption that their typical reader has little or no knowledge of nonprofits, authors Ronald and Caryl Rae Krannich begin with some basic definitions and an overview of the different types of organizations that make up the sector. Delving deeper into their subject, the authors stress that, in comparison to the worlds of government and business, it can be relatively easy to get your foot in the door of a nonprofit. In fact, one of the encouraging aspects of looking for a job in the sector is that it's often easier to acquire entry-level positions with nonprofit organizations.
Subsequent chapters continue the theme.
Another valuable offering is a listing of state associations of nonprofit organizations, which can be helpful in pursuing more locally based opportunities. There are separate chapters devoted to the top professional and trade associations as well as internationally focused nonprofits, which the authors describe as wonderful environments for people with foreign language skills or who feel passionate about global problems such as hunger and disaster relief. In short, whether you're a jobseeker new to the sector or an old nonprofit hand looking for a list of contacts for networking purposes, Jobs and Careers with Non-Profit Organizations can be read for both profit and enlightenment.