If you are writing a job posting for a new position at your non-profit organization, then you have an important task ahead of you. Since your non-profit's job posting is the first impression that a potential employee will see, it is vital that it is correctly worded. A well-written job posting will bring in the candidates that best fit the position and will ultimately result in the hiring of a more qualified staff member.

To attract the most qualified candidates to interview for your non-profit's new job, follow these proven tips:

Tip: Match the Language You Use to the Job You are Filling

It cannot be overstated that the language you use in your job posting needs to match the type and caliber of the position that you are trying to fill. For example, if you want to hire a very creative person, then you are best served by using flowery language and creative ad techniques in the job posting. If you are trying to hire a highly intelligent person, then using more complicated words will help to screen out those with a lower-level grasp of the English language. Should you be in the market for an entry level employee, then using simple language in your job posting is best. 

Tip: Clearly and Succinctly State Your Non-Profit's Mission 

It is important that the new employee you hire believes in the mission and purpose of your non-profit organization, you should make a point to include this information in your job posting. Some job seekers will take this information into account when they decide about other issues such as pay rate and benefits packages.

Tip: List the New Position's Pay Rate, Benefits, and Perks

Often, people looking for a good job will skip job listings for non-profit organizations due to an outdated belief that they do not pay well or offer decent benefits. It is important that you list the pay rate and benefits provided for the new position. This allows you to attract the right candidates who are seeking exactly what you are offering.

Finally, if your NPO offers professional growth opportunities, flexible schedules, or the ability to work from home after an employee has proven their work ethic, then you should add these perks to your non-profit job posting. Job seekers who are upwardly mobile may pass by all listings that don't appear to have growth opportunities or flexible scheduling, so listing these things will get you noticed by more highly motivated workers.