Nonprofit Recruitment

Navigating limited resources in nonprofits is an ongoing challenge, especially in recruiting transformative talent crucial for impact. Success hinges not only on managing funds wisely, but on finding and acquiring mission-oriented candidates to push progress forward. At Duffy Group, our seasoned nonprofit recruiters understand these unique hurdles. Specializing in committee-based searches, we ensure you connect with the best talent to drive progress.

We identify and connect organizations with passive talent for these positions and more:

  • Accounting Manager
  • Chief Development Officer
  • Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Chief Information Officer
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Chief Program Officer
  • Clinical Director
  • Development Director
  • Director, Corporate Alliances
  • Accounting Manager
  • Chief Development Officer
  • Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Chief Information Officer
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Chief Program Officer
  • Clinical Director
  • Development Director
  • Director, Corporate Alliances
  • Director, Finance & Administration
  • Director, Human Resources
  • Director, Professional Development
  • Director of Education
  • Executive Assistant
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Medical Director
  • Regional Director
  • Vice President, Mission Resources
  • Vice President, Programs
  • Director, Finance & Administration
  • Director, Human Resources
  • Director, Professional Development
  • Director of Education
  • Executive Assistant
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Medical Director
  • Regional Director
  • Vice President, Mission Resources
  • Vice President, Programs

Client Spotlight

Mission-Driven Recruitment
Builds a High-Impact Climate
Team for National Legal Nonprofit

With 125,000 lawyers, law students and activists, Lawyers for Good Government partnered with Duffy Group to expand its Climate Change & Environmental Justice team and strengthen its advocacy impact.

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Recruitment Research Helps
Donor Network of Arizona Uncover
Highly Specialized Leader

Faced with a mission-critical vacancy, Donor Network of Arizona turned to Duffy Group to find a specialized leader for its quality and regulatory team — using targeted research to connect with top talent.

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Duffy Group’s Tailored Approach
Fills Critical Leadership
Gap for AllThrive 365

To fill a key CFO role, AllThrive 365 tapped into Duffy Group’s tailored search process, combining in-depth intake, focused outreach and storytelling to find a mission-aligned leader in just 35 days.

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The State of Nonprofit Employment

Nearly three out of four nonprofits report job vacancies.

In 2022, 65% served in education and health at nonprofits.

72.2% of nonprofits say salary competition impacts hiring.

66.3% of nonprofits say budget constraints impact retention.

How Can Duffy Group Help You Realize Your Vision?

  • Right-Sized Recruitment: Our scalable model excels in nonprofit settings where budgets are tight and mission-focused hiring is paramount. We offer invaluable guidance within search committees for a seamless talent search process.
  • Specialized Knowledge: Our global presence and wide-ranging industry experience grant us access to a rich pool of executives, both seasoned in nonprofit work and those ready to transition into the sector. We ensure the best candidate fit for your mission and culture through our experienced consultancy and comprehensive research.
  • Collaborative Approach: We integrate smoothly with your team, closely collaborating with HR partners and hiring leaders to deliver unparalleled value, competitor data and rigorously vetted candidates. This approach lifts the recruitment burden from management and board members, allowing them to concentrate on their core mission.
  • Faith-Based Recruitment Focus: Our expertise extends to faith-based organizations, where we tailor our approach to align with your unique values and goals, connecting you with candidates who fit the role and truly embrace your organization’s principles of faith.

Clients Include

  • Ability 360
  • Boys & Girls Club of the Valley
  • Bring Change to Mind
  • Cancer Support Community Arizona
  • Catholic Charities
  • Catholic Education Arizona
  • Chicanos Por La Causa
  • CODAC
  • Donor Network of Arizona
  • Foundation for Senior Living
  • Literacy Connects
  • Ability 360
  • Boys & Girls Club of the Valley
  • Bring Change to Mind
  • Cancer Support Community Arizona
  • Catholic Charities
  • Catholic Education Arizona
  • Chicanos Por La Causa
  • CODAC
  • Donor Network of Arizona
  • Foundation for Senior Living
  • Literacy Connects
  • Make-A-Wish Arizona
  • Make-A-Wish Foundation of America
  • Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island
  • Make-A-Wish Southern Florida
  • Make Way for Books
  • McDowell Sonoran Conservancy
  • Mission of Mercy
  • One Step Beyond, Inc.
  • Phoenix Rescue Mission
  • Pima Council on Aging
  • Prevent Child Abuse Arizona
  • Raising Special Kids
  • Saguaro Foundation
  • Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church
  • St Mary’s Food Bank Alliance
  • The Foster Alliance
  • The Haven
  • The Opportunity Tree
  • UMOM New Day Centers
  • Valley of the Sun United Way
  • Valleywise Health Foundation
  • Vitalent
  • Make-A-Wish Arizona
  • Make-A-Wish Foundation of America
  • Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island
  • Make-A-Wish Southern Florida
  • Make Way for Books
  • McDowell Sonoran Conservancy
  • Mission of Mercy
  • One Step Beyond, Inc.
  • Phoenix Rescue Mission
  • Pima Council on Aging
  • Prevent Child Abuse Arizona
  • Raising Special Kids
  • Saguaro Foundation
  • Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church
  • St Mary’s Food Bank Alliance
  • The Foster Alliance
  • The Haven
  • The Opportunity Tree
  • UMOM New Day Centers
  • Valley of the Sun United Way
  • Valleywise Health Foundation
  • Vitalent

The Informed Way with Duffy Recruitment Research™

Unlike contingent search’s quantity over quality approach, and retained search’s costlier upfront fees, Duffy Recruitment Research™ is a customized, research-driven recruitment strategy that delivers a short list of interested qualified candidates and market data for smarter hiring strategies. It’s insightful, cost-effective and future proof. Ready to make the informed choice in hiring?