Arthan and a Fund-Raising Talent Hunt

Ever wondered what it takes to find the perfect team members for a mission-driven organisation? Buckle up for a behind-the-scenes look at our talent acquisition adventure!

Picture this: A nonprofit with a big vision and an even bigger challenge. They needed three fundraising superheroes - and fast. We're talking about finding a CSR funding wizard, a high-net-worth donor whisperer, and a foundations funding genius. Oh, and did I mention? We had just 90 days to make magic happen.

The Mission Impossible

Most recruitment processes feel like watching paint dry. Slow, painful, and seemingly endless. But we decided to shake things up. Our goal? Find top-notch talent without getting bogged down in bureaucratic quicksand.

Our Secret Sauce

Forget the traditional recruitment playbook. We went in with a game plan that was part strategy, part hustle, and a whole lot of passion.

First up, we didn't just read resumes. We went deep. Like, really deep. We wanted to understand not just what skills these candidates had, but what made them tick. What drove them? How did they see the world of social impact?

The Hunt Begins

Imagine casting a net, but instead of fish, we were fishing for fundraising rockstars. We tapped into networks, reached out to hidden gems, and created a shortlist that was more curated than a craft coffee menu.

For each role, we limited ourselves to just five candidates. Sounds crazy? Maybe. But sometimes, less is more.

• The CSR Fundraising Wizard

We weren't looking for just another corporate schmoozer. We wanted someone who could tell a story, build connections, and make corporations see the magic of social impact.

• The High-Net-Worth Donor Whisperer

Think of someone who could walk into a room and turn conversations into contributions. Charming, strategic, with just the right mix of empathy and business savvy.

• The Foundations Funding Guru

We needed someone who could navigate the complex world of foundation funding like a GPS navigation system - precise, strategic, and never getting lost.

The Recruitment Rollercoaster

Ninety days might sound like a long time, but in the world of high-stakes recruitment, it's nothing. We ran parallel tracks, keeping communication tight, decisions quick, and our eyes on the prize.

What Made Us Different?

• We weren't just filling roles; we were building a team
• Mission alignment wasn't just a checkbox - it was everything
• We looked for potential, not just past achievements
• Speed didn't mean compromising on quality

The Grand Finale

Drum roll, please!

• 3 roles filled
• 5 top-notch candidates per role
• 90 days from start to finish
• Zero compromise on quality

The Real Win

It wasn't just about filling roles. It was about finding people who could transform fundraising from a transactional process to a mission-driven journey.

Lessons Learned

1. Sometimes, less really is more
2. Know your ecosystem inside out
3. Speed and quality can be best friends
4. Passion trumps everything

The Takeaway

Recruitment doesn't have to be a boring, bureaucratic nightmare. With the right approach, the right team, and a whole lot of passion, you can turn talent acquisition into an art form.

Want to know how we can bring this magic to your organisation? Let's chat!