Hiring a consultant is much like hiring an employee. Some key points are:
- Know why you need a consultant and what you want him/her to do
- Ask for word-of-mouth recommendations or consult professional associations
- Interview candidates to assess skills, experience, and fit with your organization
- Check references
- Determine fees and payment schedule
- Have a detailed written agreement
To learn more about each of these points, please see the resources below.
See also our related Knowledge Base articles:
- Where can I find technical assistance or a consultant for my nonprofit?
- Should proposal writers be paid a percentage of grant monies received, or a fixed fee?
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