Read the experiences of some of those involved in our programme from project sponsors to the associates and their line managers
From Finance to Philanthropy
Carla switched from a corporate career in Investment Management to Fundraising at Age UK. This opportunity has been instrumental in helping Carla discover how her commercial experience can make a significant impact. It’s given her a stepping stone to transition effectively into the charity sector, focusing on high-value donor engagement.
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Hosting a placement – the WI’s experience
Why did the WI decide to join The Well Placed programme?
There are many reasons why The Well Placed programme ticked all the boxes for the WI, but a strong driver was the sense of partnership that both the WI and the new recruit would mutually benefit from.
Hannah’s first impressions of her placement
I’m working for the WI (Women’s institute) in their national head office in Wales as a membership development officer.
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Deirdre Carswell, Head of Fundraising, Skylarks Charity
Deirdre Carswell, one of The Well Placed alumni, worked in a Corporate Partnerships placement at Alzheimer’s Society for 6 months.
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Lyn Pornaro, CEO, Disability Equality Scotland
Last summer I watched an interview with Maya Bhose, the Founder of Charity Interns and what she said really clicked into place for me
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Alison Marshall, CEO, Age International
Joining the Charity Interns pilot was an opportunity for the newly created Campaigns function
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Caroline Heartfield, Campaigns Intern, Age International
The 6-month paid placement in a charity was the best career decision for me at this stage.
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Charanjit Kaur Osahn, Volunteering Development Manager, Age UK
The best part of the experience was definitely meeting Mills!
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Mills Leney, Communications Intern, Age UK
I applied to the pilot because I wanted to explore the charity sector in terms of new work opportunities.
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Barney Ross-Smith, Philanthropy Manager, Alzheimer’s Society
In October last year I had the pleasure of taking part in this fantastic initiative.
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Laura Clark, Senior Corporate Development Manager, Alzheimer’s Society
I loved the idea of the placement programme, especially the concept of people wanting to change careers and the value.
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Maja Vucicevic, Head of Innovation and Product Development, British Heart Foundation
Being part of the pilot programme was an enlightening experience, especially with Christina joining our team.
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