Event Promotions Assistant - Entry Level

Norfolk, VA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Support customer-facing operations and fundraising efforts by handling requests and coordinating with stakeholders.

  • Own customer communications and task execution within the team.
  • Must-have: coachable with strong written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
  • Standout: proactive attitude and ability to work independently or in a team.

Job Description

Support customer-facing operations and fundraising efforts by handling requests and coordinating with stakeholders.

  • Own customer communications and task execution within the team.
  • Must-have: coachable with strong written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
  • Standout: proactive attitude and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

  • Completing assigned tasks within your team and independently when required
  • Acting as a liaison between customers and clients
  • Assisting with achieving fundraising targets
  • Attending meetings, workshops, and training sessions
  • Continuously striving to improve cost-effectiveness and customer service
  • Communicating with customers and ensuring requests are handled efficiently
  • Producing detailed and accurate reports of donations and campaign progress
  • Providing weekly progress updates to the Managing Director (or earlier if required)
  • Developing excellent customer service skills aligned with company standards

Requirements

  • A strong desire to pursue a career in marketing, sales, or customer service
  • No experience necessary, but candidates must be coachable and eager to learn
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Good time management and ability to work to tight deadlines
  • Proactive attitude with enthusiasm and initiative
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure
  • Strong multitasking skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A dynamic and outgoing personality
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GEM

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www.the-gem.com was established in 2000 and is a privately owned outsource contact centre based in Belfast. Over the years we have established an enviable track record of delivering innovative services for market leading organisations across a wide range of geographic regions, sectors and channels. gem delivers an exceptional customer service experience through the passion of our people, who come from a broad range of backgrounds and a broad range of cultures. Employing over 600 people across our 3 facilities, gem is dedicated to delivering outstanding results for our clients and our performance has been recognised through the many industry awards we have received for recruitment, training, innovative use of technology and business development. Whether you are a client or a member of our staff, gem delivers on promises, exceeds expectations and focuses on how we can best work together to deliver an exceptional level of customer service.

Founded in 1999
Belfast, Northern Ireland, GBR
1.5K employees (99 in marketing)
70% recommend to a friend
47% CEO approval

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~1.5K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
45 (3% of company)
Median Career Experience
13 years
Median Tenure
1.8 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
19