Remote Phone Fundraiser - Human Rights & Nonprofit Causes
About The Position
Public Outreach is building a fully remote U.S. fundraising team to engage people who have already shown interest in nonprofit and human-rights causes. Phone Fundraisers discuss issues such as refugee and migrant rights, civil liberties, discrimination and equality, reproductive rights, humanitarian aid, and support for children and families. Campaign assignments may change over time. This is a full-time role requiring a consistent commitment of 40 hours per week. Fundraising shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday within calling windows of 11 AM to 9 PM in the employee’s local time; weekend work is not expected to start. The role offers a guaranteed hourly wage, paid training, coaching, workshops, feedback, and opportunities for professional growth. Applicants must have the specified Windows computer, internet connection, wired headset, and private workspace, and must complete a technology check during hiring.
Requirements
- Commit consistently to 40 hours per week.
- Have a desktop or laptop running Windows 11 or newer; MacBooks are not compatible with the calling system.
- Have reliable high-speed internet with at least 50 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload; wired Ethernet is strongly preferred.
- Have a wired headset with a microphone.
- Have a private, quiet workspace.
- Have basic technical confidence and be able to troubleshoot simple issues.
- Be a confident and engaging communicator who can discuss serious subjects with empathy and maturity.
- Be comfortable making direct fundraising asks and persuading without pressuring.
- Be resilient when hearing no and able to stay focused and accountable while working remotely.
- Take coaching and feedback seriously and work toward measurable goals.
- Submit a short voice or video introduction as part of the application process and complete a technology check.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in human rights, humanitarian issues, or social impact.
- Experience in advocacy, communications, theatre, education, hospitality, customer service, sales, public speaking, community organizing, or nonprofit work.
Responsibilities
- Speak with nonprofit supporters by phone.
- Discuss social and human-rights issues with empathy and confidence.
- Ask questions and build rapport with supporters.
- Explain complex issues through understandable, compelling stories.
- Explain how nonprofit organizations are taking action.
- Ask supporters to become long-term monthly donors.
- Respond thoughtfully to questions, concerns, and objections.
- Work toward clear fundraising goals.
- Participate in ongoing coaching, workshops, and feedback.
Benefits
- Guaranteed hourly wage of $19-$24, with a starting rate of $19 per hour.
- Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
- Paid training.
- Paid time off.
- Benefits after three months of full-time employment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Ongoing coaching, workshops, and feedback.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
