There is no particular trait that characterizes nonprofit resumes. Remember to focus on experience gained or exposure that you’ve had in the nonprofit job sector in whatever capacity. It is important that you highlight the transferability of your for profit skills to a nonprofit environment. The following nonprofit resume can also be used to look for employment in NGO’s, Humanitarian organizations and volunteer organizations.
Sample Non Profit Resume
Theresa Mark
46 3rd Avenue East
Concord, New Hampshire 3289
Home: (765) 345- 9876
Work: (134) 345- 6543
Email: mark265@yahoo.com
Career Objective:
I will adhere and uphold the core values of your organization and strive to fulfill its mandate as set out in the organizational goals and target group.
I will work with the target group to ensure they become prosperous individuals capable of supporting themselves and the society at large.
Professional Experience:
2005-2007: Program coordinator USAID
I was involved in the identification of wanting institutions in Soweto Township, South Africa and their subsequent funding to erect new classes, labs and other amenities.
2007-2008: Program manager world vision
In charge of a team that was charged with rescuing underage girls in Pokot- Kenya from female genital mutilation and early marriages and came up with a safe house for them.
Qualifications:
2000-2003: Bachelor of Arts, community development – University of Cape Town, Cape Town- South Africa.
2003-2004: Post graduate diploma in community studies – Kenya Institute of Community Development Studies, Nairobi- Kenya.
Achievements:
Rescued 164 girls from a bleak future that would have been their fate as a result of female genital mutilation and early marriages.
Hobbies:
Working with people
Reading motivational books
Referees:
Available on request.