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HR STATISTICS  NAVIGATING HIRING, COMPENSATION,
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     SUCCESSION PLANNING,
     AND EMPLOYEE RETENTION

     TRENDS IN NONPROFITS FOR 2025



















            I   n 2025, nonprofit organizations face unique challenges and opportunities in managing their workforce. Here are key trends and strategies to help
                navigate hiring, compensation, succession planning, and employee retention:
                                                                          HIRING TRENDS


                             STRATEGIC TALENT ACQUISITION:                                                        SKILLS-BASED HIRING:
           Recruitment efforts should align with organizational goals and culture          Hiring based on transferable skills rather than traditional qualifications
           to ensure new hires contribute meaningfully to the mission. Identifying         can  help  fill  roles  with  individuals  who  bring  diverse  experiences  and
           candidates  with  the  right  skills  and  attributes  that  match  long-term   potential. This approach broadens the pool of qualified candidates.
           objectives is critical.
                                                                                                                 TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION:
                 EMPHASIS ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI):
                                                                                           The  use  of  AI  in  recruitment  is  revolutionizing  the  hiring  process.
           Building  diverse  and  inclusive  teams  is  essential  to  fostering  broader   Nonprofits can leverage AI-powered tools to automate resume screening,
           perspectives  and  better  representing  the  communities  served.              streamline  interview  scheduling,  and  enhance  candidate  engagement.
           Organizations implementing DEI initiatives are more likely to attract a         These technologies save time, reduce costs, and improve efficiency in
           wider range of candidates and enhance workplace culture.                        finding top talent, ensuring resources are directed toward the mission.
                              REMOTE WORK AND FLEXIBILITY:                                          RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING BEST PRACTICES:

           Hybrid and remote work options have become standard expectations.               Hiring and onboarding practices set the tone for employee relationships.
           Nonprofits  that  embrace  these  models  can  attract  mission-driven          By creating welcoming, inclusive, and enriching experiences, nonprofits
           professionals  who  prioritize  work-life  balance.  Flexible  arrangements     can  enhance  engagement  and  retention  from  the  start.  This  includes
           also  allow  organizations  to  expand  their  talent  pool,  particularly  in   eliminating  bias,  aligning  recruitment  with  organizational  values,
           underserved areas, while boosting employee satisfaction.                        fostering  connections  through  mentorship,  and  providing  relevant
                                                                                           training for new hires.
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