Pros
Some of the funds raised actually go towards foreign PARTNER owned programs. Met a few genuine individuals with a respectable work ethic. Multiple days off, for those not on the phone team, around Christmas as an attempt to compensate for poor wages.
Cons
I was saddened by not only how poorly funding is managed, but how senior roles actually treat staff across the departments and faith is leveraged. Senior leaders travel and live high maintenance lives. They talk down to or completely ignore those who are not their preferred cook cutter hipster or “yes man”. The way they lead by fear with a fake Christian smile was just disappointing and heartbreaking. I actually witnessed the CEO going off in a very unprofessional manner on staff over minor details (more than one occasion). I recently learned he stepped down and was replaced by someone who places far too much emphasis on image. Underpaid, overworked, and no real room for growth. They capitalize on faith to make individuals feel obligated to stay. Many overpaid managerial/senior roles are given to those based on relationship and not properly groomed to lead their department. Over all , the lack of proper planning was appalling, resulting in many staff being forced to work in an unnecessary chaotic manner for events. I was legitimately concerned about the mental/emotional well being of some of my coworkers, and often. Also shocking was how it is really a nonprofit marking company and doesn’t own any programs. However, many had zero issues with taking credit for the work of foreign programs that funds were raised to go towards. From my understanding, they have had several lay offs and multiple assets have voluntarily left the organization. Working for this organization definitely changed my Christian lens and leaving was the healthiest choice I could have made. I have thoroughly enjoyed where my path has led me and hope others find alternative nonprofits to work for as they are not all ran this poorly. Always do your research PRIOR to working for a nonprofit that appears to be great.