Our Operations Manager, Dale Hardy, was recently interviewed by the team at Ethical Jobs about his career journey into the not-for-profit sector and his role at Hope Street.  Below is an excerpt from the Working for a better world: Hope Street Youth and Family Services’ Dale Hardy article:

For those who may not have heard of your organisation, what does Hope Street Youth and Family Services do, and what first attracted you to them when you saw the ad on EthicalJobs.com.au?

Hope Street Youth and Family Services originated as a provider of crisis accommodation for young people over 30 years ago. We still operate one of the largest youth refuges within the state from its original location in Brunswick.

My initial attraction to the advertised position was that the role itself suited the type of position I was looking for at the time. However, it was the communication with the organisation and Hope Street’s CEO, Donna Bennett, which made me excited about the role and about working for the organisation. All communication relating to the application and subsequent interview was extremely professional and considered, and Donna’s enthusiasm for the organisation and advertised role was genuine and inspirational.

Do you have any tips you could share about landing a job in the not-for-profit sector?

The broad range of jobs available within the not-for-profit sector means people can easily transfer their skills from other sectors.

If someone is considering entering the sector I’d suggest they take time to expand their thinking about their abilities, and consider how they could adapt or apply themselves to different roles.

I also believe in the multiple benefits of volunteering. People should explore providing their services freely to organisations that interest them, as this will expand both their understanding and experience.

Read the full article: Working for a better world: Hope Street Youth and Family Services’ Dale Hardy