Learn about transitioning from business to nonprofit as an Inspire Fellow
ProInspire is hosting information calls in February for candidates interested in the Inspire Fellows 2010 program. Details at http://proinspire.org/fellows/information-calls/
Inspire Fellows Information Calls
Wednesday, February 3 at 9pm EST
Tuesday, February 9 at 7pm EST
Monday, February 15 at 6pm EST
Inspire Fellows Program
http://proinspire.org/
ProInspire recruits outstanding business professionals to spend one year working in a strategic or analytical role at a nonprofit or public-sector organization in Washington D.C. We provide training and professional development to help Fellows successfully transition into the social sector and build a network. Through this program, ProInspire aims to build analytical capacity in nonprofit organizations, and to expand the talent pool in the sector.
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. Finalists for the 2009 class came from Bain, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, and other top firms. See bios of the 2009 Inspire Fellows: http://proinspire.org/fellows/2009-proinspire-fellows-dc/
Where do Inspire Fellows work?
ProInspire partners with nonprofit organizations working in the following areas:
– International Development: organizations focused on poverty reduction, global health, and social innovation
– Social Entrepreneurship: organizations run by social entrepreneurs that are growing innovative models for social change
– Social Investing: organizations providing capital to support entrepreneurship, microfinance, community development finance, and affordable housing
– Youth and Education: organizations focused on K-12 education, college preparation, youth development, and workforce development
What kind of work do Fellows do?
Organizations hire Fellows for roles that fill mission-critical needs and utilize their skill sets. 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