Salaries are not typically as competitive with nonprofits as they are with corporate positions. What are your salary expectations?

"Currently, I earn a base salary of 45,000 per year plus a potential 20% annual bonus. Last year, my earnings were 52,000, and I would like to stay in the same range or slightly higher. I acknowledge that nonprofits must keep their overhead costs to a minimum including salaries, but I believe my salary requirements match the current market rates for a position with these specific responsibilities."

"I am currently making 60,000 per year with two bonus opportunities. Although I understand that bonuses are not traditionally awarded in a nonprofit environment, I am looking for a salary that aligns with the role and provides opportunities for professional development and upward mobility."

If you are transitioning from corporate to nonprofit work, explain why you are willing to accept the compensation adjustment since the offer will likely be lower than your previous work. However, do not sell yourself short. Organizations like Human Rights Watch offer competitive salaries within a nonprofit context. Your goal is to arrive at a compensation agreement that will provide you with comfort in exchange for your hard work and dedication.