Fundraising & Events Associate - Entry Level

GEM • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

GEM is seeking motivated, entry-level Fundraising & Events Associates to represent non-profit organisations through face-to-face fundraising and community engagement. Associates work in retail locations, shopping centres, promotional spaces, and community events, helping charitable partners connect with new supporters.

The opportunity is suited to recent graduates, entry-level applicants, people with retail, restaurant, hospitality, customer service, sales, or promotional experience, and people considering a career change. GEM emphasizes attitude, communication skills, and willingness to learn over previous job titles. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:30 AM–6:30 PM, with weekends off.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a recent graduate, retail assistant, restaurant or hospitality worker, bartender, server, customer service representative, sales associate, or promotional associate; people seeking a career change are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Participate in charitable fundraising campaigns.
• Engage with the public and introduce non-profit organisations.
• Share information about charitable initiatives.
• Build awareness and encourage community support.
• Represent charity partners professionally.
• Work toward individual and team objectives.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Paid training.
• PTO.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Career development and leadership opportunities.
• Ongoing mentoring and support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed