Associations Forum has published the 2025 edition of its annual Associations Salary Survey, offering sector-specific remuneration data for not-for-profits and membership-based organisations. Based on input from 255 associations, the report covers salary trends for 14 core roles and serves as a reference for boards and executives in workforce planning and budgeting. The 92-page Survey can be purchased for $300 (Members) or $600 (Non-member NFP organisations). 

New data reveals stable pay trends and rising value of workplace flexibility

While salary increases were modest this year, with an average rise of just 1.8%, flexibility in work hours and location remained the top driver for staff attraction and retention, cited by 95% of respondents. Organisational purpose and reputation also featured prominently (78%) as influencing factors.