Community Outreach & Fundraising Associate – Paid, Entry-Level

Richmond, VA (On-site)

$42K/yr – $58K/yrFull time

Posted 5 weeks ago

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Job Description

Are you energetic, outgoing, and passionate about making an impact in your community? We are seeking a Community Outreach & Fundraising Associate to join our dynamic team. This is a paid, entry-level role with hands-on training, professional growth opportunities, and a fast-paced work environment.

What You’ll Do:

  • Share information about the charity, programs, and initiatives with local communities

  • Maintain knowledge of charity accomplishments, fundraising terminology, sponsorships, and on-site projects

  • Conduct presentations, events, and outreach campaigns to engage new supporters

  • Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and community members

  • Help achieve sponsorship goals and donor retention targets

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Positive, professional, and outgoing personality

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment

  • Self-starter with problem-solving skills

  • Goal-oriented and eager for career advancement in fundraising, marketing, or community engagement

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Paid hands-on training to develop fundraising and outreach skills

  • Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and paid time off (PTO)

  • Opportunities for performance-based career growth and promotions

  • Exciting, fast-paced, and team-oriented work environment

  • Real-world experience in community outreach, donor relations, and event coordination

This Role is Perfect For:
Entry-level professionals or recent graduates who are social, goal-oriented, and eager to grow in a career that makes a difference. If you thrive in a high-energy environment and want to build a long-term career in fundraising, marketing, and community outreach, we want you on our team!

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Gem

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)