It is one of the most common questions you will come across in an interview but you don’t need to give the same response as everyone else – “it’s a great opportunity” or “there is lots of potential for development”. That will not make you stand out from the crowd.

Really think about why you want to work at the organisation and give meaningful answers. It could be the cause you are passionate about: what part do you want to play in helping the organisation achieve its aims? Or you might have spent some time in a different part of the sector and working in a different area will help you broaden your horizons, bring a different perspective and see how you can apply your expertise to a different setting.