What Type Of Person Thrives In The Education And Nonprofit Industry, According To An Assistant Director Of Development At UC Davis
Ryan believes that people who thrive in education or the nonprofit sector are "mission driven" and dedicated to work that is meaningful, possessing extensive knowledge acquired through education or training that shapes capabilities in program management and multifaceted positions. Individuals in this field are typically "here for a reason" as their belief in the organization compels them to acquire skills that will help tailor roles.
Mission Driven, Dedicated, Meaningful Work, Education, Program Management
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Ryan Advincula
Assistant Director of Development
University of California, Davis
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Davis: MBA
Entertainment, Music & Arts, Political Science, American Studies
Education, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Sales and Client Management
Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, LGBTQ, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. People who thrive in education or the nonprofit sector are mission-driven and dedicated to the work because it is meaningful to them.
2. People in this industry believe in the organization they work for and are there for a reason.
3. Acquiring skills through education, including training programs, is crucial for success in this field, especially program management skills.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
People who thrive in education or the nonprofit sector are mission-driven. They are dedicated to their work because it is meaningful to them.
I find that the people who are here are here for a reason. They believe in the organization. Because of that, they acquire skills through education that help tailor their roles.
This includes a program management lens, which I think is critical in almost all aspects of a multifaceted position. These roles require extensive knowledge about the work you are doing. This knowledge comes through education, even in the form of training through your HR department.