If you're training for an executive job in the charity sector, here are some skills you may want to improve upon.
1. Leadership Skills - As a leader it's your job to inspire and encourage employees in the organization to do their best, even when faced with adversities. For charity organizations, your leadership skills go beyond directing people who are being paid by the organization.
However, nonprofits should be more discerning of the motives of the organizations that they are partnering with. It's highly recommended that you thoroughly research any organization you're considering.
A relevant, well-planned, and well-executed fundraising campaign is sure to succeed, and in turn have a lasting impact on the community that it serves. With proper promotion and implementation of fundraising campaigns, communication with donors, beneficiaries, and partner organizations, evaluation and improvement of a nonprofit's internal operations, and responsible handling of funds, your fundraiser can go a long way.
For others, for self-improvement, and for community - for whatever reason you do it, make sure you do it more. The world always has room for kindness. Go here to learn about some different ways to help promote a nonprofit organization.