What recruitment services does Fern Talent offer?

Fern Talent offers freelance fundraising placements, interim cover, and executive search for UK-based charities, schools, and social enterprises. Our recruitment is led by fundraising consultants and tailored to your needs and budget.

Do you only work with large charities?

No. We regularly support small and medium-sized charities, independent schools, and nonprofits. Our flexible models and sector experience mean we can adapt to a wide range of organisation sizes and budgets.

Can you help with income strategy or mentoring?

Yes. In addition to recruitment, we offer consultancy on income strategy, fundraising planning, team structures, and mentoring for new or transitioning fundraising staff.

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The importance of databases for small charities

Thinking of investing in a database?

This post is for you.

We dive into the reasons why databases are important for small charities and look at the pros and cons of some of the top CRM systems on the market.

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Five creative recruitment campaigns

Are you getting a poor response to your job ads, or worse, no response at all?

A little blue-sky thinking might be just what you need to boost engagement.

Here are five creative recruitment campaigns to inspire you.

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How Charities Can Combat the Impact of Recessions

UK inflation hit a 40-year high in July. To combat this, the Bank of England has raised interest rates to a level not seen in 27 years and warned that the UK faces a recession that will last until the end of 2023.

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The Evolution of Fundraising

Fundraising, like most things, has undergone a huge transformation in the past 50 years, thanks to advances in technology and the ever-expanding digital world.