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Third sector workers in north-east ‘are highly qualified’
Those working for third sector organisations in the north-east of Britain could have a more comprehensive skills framework than their peers across the rest of the country, a new study indicates.
In a report released by the PNE Group, it was revealed that three-quarters of respondents in the north-east have either a degree or some other form of higher education qualification.
Pointing to research by the National Council of Voluntary Organisations in 2007, it was shown that about 33 per cent of third sector employees throughout Britain have a degree.
However, the group went on to report that more money needs to be invested into training in the north-east in areas such as coaching, finance and fundraising.
The report stated: "While it is good that highly qualified people are attracted to the sector, more could be done to attract younger people by highlighting the possible career options that are available… to ensure continuous professional development for everyone."
Towards the beginning of this month it was revealed that an alliance of black and minority ethnic voluntary (BME) groups in the north-west of England - the North-West BME Third Sector Consortium - had been created to help such bodies bid for regional service delivery contracts.
More skills framework information.
