Partners: Hire a Fellow
Who is an Inspire Fellow?
Typical Inspire Fellows have 2-5 years work experience at top-tier consulting firms, investment banks, private equity firms and corporations–and are looking to build a career in the social sector. Fellows have skills in analysis, financial modeling, project management, and strategic thinking through their work experience and training. See bios of the 2009 Inspire Fellows.
Why hire an Inspire Fellow?
• Fellows provide an affordable and effective way to bring analytical rigor and new perspectives to your organization.
• Fellows can make an immediate impact on mission-critical projects such as business planning, cost analysis, program strategy, or corporate partnerships.
• Fellows can help your organization make data-driven decisions and quantify impact of programs–important issues for funders.
• Fellows adapt quickly to their roles because they are early in their careers, eager for experience in the social sector, and receive training and coaching from ProInspire.
• Fellows provide a new pipeline of leadership talent for your organization and the sector.
How much does it cost?
Hiring partners pay the Fellow a $40,000 annual salary plus health benefits, and a fee to offset ProInspire’s program costs. The program fee is $4,000 for organizations that submit a proposal before the early deadline (February 5, 2010). After that, the program fee is $6,000. Based on experience of our hiring partners, the total cost is well below the value added by Inspire Fellows.
What kind of work do Fellows do?
Organizations hire Fellows for roles that fill mission-critical needs and utilize their skill sets. Click here for role descriptions from the 2009 program. Examples include:
• Creating and executing strategic plans
• Developing corporate partnerships
• Evaluating investment opportunities for a social investment fund
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings
• Launching a new program
• Supporting the executive director with key strategic initiatives
• Developing corporate partnerships
• Evaluating investment opportunities for a social investment fund
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings
• Launching a new program
• Supporting the executive director with key strategic initiatives
What happens after the Fellowship program is complete?
Fellows typically pursue one of three paths after the Fellowship: 1) Stay at the hiring organization if a permanent position is offered, 2) Find other job opportunities, or 3) Attend graduate school.
Which organizations are eligible to be a Hiring Partner?
In order to be a hiring partner, organizations should meet the following criteria:
• Office in the Washington D.C. area (DC/MD/VA)
• Clear set of responsibilities and a manager identified for the Fellow
Next Steps and Key Dates
Please contact mkapila@proinspire.org for more information about hiring an Inspire Fellow at your organization. Organizations should submit their proposal to hire an Inspire Fellow before February 5, 2010.
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February 5
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Early deadline for hiring partners to request a Fellow ($4,000 program fee)
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January 26 to
March 5 |
Applications accepted for applicants to be an Inspire Fellow
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March
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Candidates invited to submit essays and conduct phone interviews
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April 5-12
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Hiring partners select finalists to interview
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May 6-7
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Interview Days in Washington D.C.
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May 14
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Final deadline for hiring partners to request a Fellow ($6,000 program fee)
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May 28
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Deadline for hiring partners to make offers
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June 7
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Deadline for candidate decisions
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August 2-3
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Inspire Fellows training
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August 4
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Inspire Fellows start work
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August 2, 2010 to
July 31, 2011 |
ProInspire provides support and professional development for Fellows
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