|
The Federation of Community Organizations, in partnership with Phoenix Youth Programs, has been awarded funding by HRSDC to undertake research on the labour needs of the non-profit sector in Nova Scotia.
|
Mark your calendars - the provincial conference, where we will visit outcomes of the research,
will take place Monday 25th October 2010 at the Holiday Inn Harbourview, Dartmouth.
REGISTER HERE |
Invitation to participate in research
FOCO, a coalition of over sixty members, and Phoenix Youth, with 20+ years of experience working with homeless and marginalized youth, co-chair the project.
The project will determine:
- Size and scope of the sector in Nova Scotia in relation to economic contribution;
- Educational and training experience, employment history and salary levels of varying staff levels;
- Rates of staff turnover as well as push and pull factors associated with staff turnover;
- Identification of specific challenges in attracting and retaining 'talent' in Nova Scotia voluntary organizations;
- Exploration of staff retention strategies with a view to future needs.
The research will actively involve key stakeholders at all stages of the project, including in the development and consultation of sector reference groups throughout the province.
Given the size and valuable role played by Nova Scotia's non-profit and voluntary organizations, the long-term health of the sector is significant both to the organizations themselves and the province as a whole. Nova Scotia is one of only three provinces currently undertaking similar research.
|
