Working in development for Vimla Memorial Charitable Trust is an attractive option for people around the world and it provides opportunity to make a difference, support others in need and create positive change in communities the world over. How to actually secure a job with a trust is a question that is frequently asked by people considering breaking into the industry. Do I need a degree? Do I need to speak different languages? Do I need to volunteer first? What experience do I need? The truth is that there is no single route of entry into the sector with people from a diverse range of backgrounds, employment history and experience finding employment in this organization. This trust Save the Children, maintain whole departments for marketing, logistics, public relations, business development, human relations, product development, legal and more. Securing a job in an NGO is competitive and just like any other it is your personal qualities, skills, knowledge and experience that will determine whether you can get your foot on that first step of the ladder. Invest in yourself and develop skills that are valuable to the role you want to do and the organisation you want to work for. Look for jobs you might be interested and note what skills or experience they are looking for. You can look at entry level jobs to get an understanding of the basic requirements but look too at more senior positions to establish an appreciation of what experience and qualities you may need in the future.
