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DestinyGamer
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I would love to get to know others who enjoy working for charities and how you got into it 
What is your position?
What charity do you work for?
Why did you choose them?
What is your position?
What charity do you work for?
Why did you choose them?
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That sounds really interesting luvchocolate! I imagine everyday was different?
Didn't choose them as such, they just happened to be employing at the time I was job hunting.
Don't get too dewy eyed about the voluntary sector - they are still businesses with a financial bottom line and can be as cut throat as anyone else when they need to be.
Time to move away from manual labour and into a career me thinks.
I chose to apply for there because they are fairly local.
Credit to those who do work for free in charities, top people.
It was my dream job, but not all managers followed the rules and I always did so could cause some ruffled feathers with the volunteers.
I pride myself getting to the the right shop on the right day with the right keys!!!!
It is a very physical job and challenging now with recycling but so rewarding.
As for why I chose them, I know the main charity can be controversial, however our branch is effectively a 'franchise' for lack of a better term. Our profits benefit local animals in need of rehoming as well as a clinic specifically for low-income pet owners who may not be able to afford veterinary bills elsewhere. I love what we do and seeing the revenue going to good use on a local level. Plus, being vegan, I wanted to actively help some animals whilst working towards future paid employment in the same sector. That's the dream!