Idealist

RATING:

4.7

(3)
Overview

About Idealist

Idealist is a cloud-based platform, which helps non-profits, consultants, social enterprises, government and staffing agencies create business profiles and advertise job or internship vacancies to recruit interested volunteers. Employers can categorize listings under different job functions such as fundraising, social work or events to get displayed in relevant searches. Idealist enables organizations to create custom directory profiles with brand logo, images and videos in order to connect with various graduate school programs. Applicants can receive email notifications for new job postings based on interests. Additionally, agencies can use the blind listings feature to post jobs anonymously for contracting organizations. It offers integration with the third-...

Idealist Pricing

Idealist is offered across two pricing plans available on per listing and location basis. Jobs: $95 (Nonprofits & Government Agencies), $125 (Recruiters & Social Enterprises) Internships: $25 (Nonprofits & Government Agencies), $35 (Recruiters & Social Enterprises)

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Idealist Reviews

Overall Rating

4.7

Ratings Breakdown

Secondary Ratings

Ease-of-use

4.5

Customer Support

0

Value for money

0

Functionality

5

Most Helpful Reviews for Idealist

3 Reviews

Courtney

Fund-Raising, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 6 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed June 2022

Perfect for Social Justice Jobs

PROS

I love Idealist both as someone looking for a job and someone who is now posting openings at an organization. Idealist is target towards non-profit, social justice oriented jobs in the U.S. It makes it straightforward and simple to find candidates who are interested in those types of roles. It is easy to use and brings in the most interested candidates in the quickest way.

CONS

The only downside to Idealist is that you have to pay per job posting. However, it is always free to post volunteer openings!

Brooke

Non-Profit Organization Management, 2-10 employees

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed December 2020

Idealist Review

I've used Idealist as a job seeker and as an employer and highly recommend for any nonprofit professional.

PROS

Idealist is one of the best site for job listings in the nonprofit sector. It's the go-to job board nonprofit employers and employees.

CONS

I don't have a ton of complaints. Sometimes creativity is needed when searching job terms, but all in all it's a straightforward and helpful platform.

User Profile

Bill Laurel

Verified reviewer

Computer Software, 201-500 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

4

EASE OF USE

4

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed July 2023

Idealist Review

PROS

Idealist has been a great asset for me in finding ways to contribute to causes that I care about, due to its simple interface for connecting with people who share the same passions and beliefs. The resource center, with its job postings, volunteer listings, and user discussions, has been particularly helpful in revealing organizations whose principles match my own. I love the convenient ability to mark posts and use search criteria tailored to my needs, which makes Idealist truly invaluable.

CONS

I did not appreciate how challenging it was to negotiate the layout and features. The search bar proved to be an issue as it was hard to locate the desired content. In addition, I was overwhelmed by the abundance of content.