A mission that provides access in an organization that lacks focus. - Anonymous employee ReSurge Employee Review

2.0
13 Mar 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

1. The work that ReSurge does for patients & families is outstanding and generous. 2. The medical/non-medical volunteers that take the time out of their busy schedules to change the lives of thousands who need access to basic medical care. 3. The future (if any) of the organization and what can be achieved (if) they get government funding. (Probably after Trump's tenure as POTUS.)

Cons

1. Unfortunately this organization does not value employees. You can be there for 6 months, 2 years or 18 years - not one person in management will really value the hard work you bring to the table. (P.S. Gratitude, Leadership and Honesty are FREE.) 2. Understanding and/or wanting to learn about the real work that is done by lower level staff on a day to day basis. (Something I'm sure they are learning now...) 3. Not very strategic - let me explain. This organization is currently or is "coming out of" a deficit. Through guidance from the Board, it was expressed that upper management must take immediate action (after the CEO took a two week vacation). The organization laid off three individuals - two of which worked in fundraising - the very thing needed to sustain an organization. Additionally, I'm pretty sure the individuals that were let go were "on board" and didn't "move on" by choice as stated in the previous review. 4. "Tweaking the strategic plan to sustain the organization needs" is more than just cutting jobs. It's prioritizing the necessary programs and fundraising efforts and it's having upper management take a pay cut. (Just look at the 990 tax form on the website.)

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5.0
17 Feb 2022
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The work that ReSurge is doing around the world is incredibly impactful, and you really feel that you are part of a team that is making a difference for people around the world. The organization has an approach that focuses on working with local systems with programs that focus on women's empowerment and local capacity building. All these nuances are important to me as an employee. The people at the organization are all incredibly passionate about their work, and there is an international atmosphere and great cross-cultural collaboration and communication. The organization has been around for a long time but is open to change and evolution that propels the mission. There is space for employees to be creative and bring new ideas to the table, and there is a genuine commitment to the well-being of the staff, volunteers, partners, and patients.

Cons

As a small nonprofit, time and resources can be a constraint. Work-life balance can also be a challenge when doing mission-driven work.

5.0
22 Feb 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

This is a good time to be at ReSurge. Although the organization has been around for many year, when the long-time CEO retired, the current CEO came on board and tweaked the strategy to improve the organization's ability to meet its mission sustainably. The changes are really beginning to deliver results--long-time supporters are taking a fresh look at the organization, new supporters are showing an interest, and the programs continue to transform the lives of our patients. On a personal level, I love the fact that I have a great deal of autonomy, but know I can reach out to my manager and colleagues for support at any time.

Cons

As is the case in any transition, some people are not on board and choose to move on.

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