Australia’s not-for-profit workforce needs a major revamp

Source: Institute of Community Directors Australia

📊 The Not-for-Profit sector faces urgent workforce challenges with more investment and better planning needed to thrive.

Charities employ 1.47 million Australians, making NFPs the country's largest employer outside government. But submissions for the Not-for-Profit Sector Development Blueprint highlight critical staff shortages, workforce undervaluation, and a need for long-term funding.

Key priorities include: ✅ Improving workforce development strategies
✅ Creating better career pathways
✅ Supporting volunteer management
✅ Boosting diversity and inclusion

The Blueprint, set to be presented to the federal government by November's end, aims to address these issues and strengthen the sector for the future.