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Hiring that makesense
Over three months, you move from unclear hiring needs to a structured recruitment process that attracts, filters, and converts aligned candidates. Build a sustainable system supported by practitioners who understand the climate hiring landscape in Southeast Asia.
20 selected organisations receive a $1,000 participation grant, along with the opportunity to unlock up to $10,000 in additional funding by the end of the programme.
Many teams in Southeast Asia struggle to attract qualified candidates despite increasing demand for climate solutions.
At the same time, professionals across the region are looking for impact-driven career pathways but often lack visibility into opportunities within the non-profit sector.
Hiring that makesense was created to close this gap.
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Selection & Onboarding
(Week of May 25, 2026)
Climate non-profits or industry-focus across Southeast Asia are invited to apply to join the programme running from May 25 to August 28, 2026.
Selected organisations may be contacted before final selection. Results will be announced via email and official channels.
Shortlisted organizations will be contacted before the official selection is announced.
A final cohort of 20-25 organizations will be onboarded online starting the week of May 25, 2026.
At least one team member leading recruitment is expected to participate throughout the programme.
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Accelerator Bootcamp
(June 8 to 12, 2026)
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Recruitment Sprint
(June 15 to August 21, 2026)
Over a one-week online training bootcamp, teams build a hiring strategy that is clear, targeted, and designed to convert. They learn how to shape a compelling narrative, align expectations internally, and use digital and AI-supported tools to reach the right candidates.
The week is intensive by design, with dedicated time each day to build and apply your hiring strategy.
- Morning Session from 10AM to 12PM GMT+8 (Online, Zoom)
- Afternoon Session (Asynchronous)
- Evening Session from 6PM to 7PM GMT+8 (Online, Zoom)
Full participation across all sessions is expected to get the full value of the bootcamp.
By the end of the week, each organisation leaves with a recruitment strategy ready to excecute.
During this phase, organisations activate their hiring campaigns and move through a structured process.
Each organisation works with a dedicated coach and support from Jobs that makesense network through:
- Weekly, 30 to 45 minute Coaching Calls with a dedicated practitioner
- 3-4 (30 to 45 minute) cohort gatherings based on milestones across the Recruitment Sprint
- Schedule TBA.
Participation is expected for the following coaching calls as they are where most clarifications and decisions happen.
🧩 What you get
Be part of 20 pioneer organizations who will optimize recruitment in Southeast Asia’s green economy.
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Expert recruitment support
Gain professional guidance and practical tools to help define key scope of work, necessary processes, and a compelling recruitment narrative designed to elevate the way you hire.
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Tailored coaching support
Receive hands-on insight and feedback from climate practitioners who understand non-profit realities and how to build teams that last.
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Professional, foolproof hiring system
Build a structured process you can effectively lead to attract, select, and onboard the right talent.
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A new hire by August
Not just advice. Leave with a concrete outcome. Welcome a new member to your team with clarity and confidence.
Funding
Participation Grant
Awarded to all 20 participating organisations
$1,000
Additional Funding
Awarded to the top organisations of the entire accelerator sprint
$5,000 to $10,000
Info Session on the program
Who should apply
Designed for organizations that meet the following conditions
🌏 Southeast Asia Based
Climate focused non-profit organizations operating in Southeast Asia
🕒 2+ Years of Operations
Organizations with at least two years of operational activity
👥 Minimum Team Size
A team of at least three paid staff members.
📢 Hiring Readiness
Your organization is either actively recruiting or planning to hire for a funded role during the programme period
🗣️ English Proficiency
Working proficiency in English, as the programme is conducted in English
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to this programme?
Do we need to be a registered non-profit to participate?
Is the programme open to organisations outside Southeast Asia?
Can for-profit social enterprises apply?
Do we need to have prior hiring experience?
Is participation fully remote, or are there in-person requirements?
What is the commitment like for the accelerator?
Do we need to have a HR manager to apply for the programme?
Can more than one person from our organization participate?
What language is the programme conducted in?
What happens if we can't complete the programme within 3 months?
Do we need to know which position we're hiring for before applying?
What if we don't successfully hire someone by August?
Can we hire a contractor or volunteer, or does it need to be a full-time employee?
Do you help us find candidates, or just guide the process?
When is the $1,000 participation grant disbursed?
How are the $5,000–$10,000 award recipients selected?
Can the grant money be used for any purpose, or only for hiring costs?
How many organisations will be selected?
When will we hear back after applying?