I've been managing the website for a local branch of a well-known international non-profit for about 5-6 years. My responsibilities include development, hosting, and support, and I currently charge a small annual fee for hosting and domains. I'm looking to upgrade the site to a more user-friendly CMS to improve content management, SEO, and overall functionality. However, I'm not sure if I can get paid for this upgrade since the organization trusts me to fully manage the site. I'm curious about what kind of initiatives I could implement that align with the organization's mission and values while also helping to bring in some extra funds to support my work.
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Look, you deserve to get paid for your work. The safety and value you bring to the organization are way more than what they likely paid you. So, maybe look up their finances and craft a small proposal about budgeting for your role next quarter or next year. This way, they can see the value of your work and make proper allocations. Plus, focus on making it easier for them to raise funds; that’s how you can contribute significantly and justify your compensation.
It's crucial to get approval for any changes you want to make. Make sure someone with the authority knows what you're planning since you don’t want to step on any toes. They need to be aware of your efforts to assess any brand risks involved before you move forward.
Absolutely, I get that! They've mentioned upgrades before, so I’ll definitely request authorization.
If the current CMS is hindering workflow, you need a solid business case to push for an upgrade. Your role sounds a bit too casual. Make a case for the issues you're facing, how they affect operations, and have an official meeting to discuss this. Outline what you manage—whether it’s just uptime or also content updates. And for revenue ideas, I’d steer clear of ads; they can harm a non-profit’s reputation. Direct profit-generating ideas to whoever handles fundraising.
Thanks for the insight! I’ve never considered it from that POV before—showing them my value and asking for a fair wage.