Entry Level Marketing and Event Assistant

Virtus is seeking entry-level Marketing and Event Assistants for an in-person role in Fayetteville, NC. In this position, you support face-to-face fundraising and promotional events for nonprofit partners by engaging community members and helping drive donor support through direct conversations.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent nonprofit organizations at in-person events and fundraising locations
• Discuss nonprofit campaigns with members of the public and explain community impact
• Support the development of new donor support through face-to-face conversations
• Assist with event setup, organization, and day-to-day operations
• Work with the team to help meet individual and campaign goals
• Maintain a professional and positive representation of nonprofit partners

What You Will Build

• Communication, fundraising, sales, and leadership skills
• Goal- and performance-oriented experience working with a team

Requirements

• Comfortable speaking with people face-to-face
• Positive, professional, and dependable approach
• Motivated by goals and performance
• Willingness to learn and receive coaching
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Interest in developing experience in communication, marketing, fundraising, or leadership
• Previous experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, sales, marketing, events, or fundraising can be helpful but is not required

Training & Development

New team members receive training covering nonprofit campaign knowledge, face-to-face communication, fundraising and donor acquisition, event operations, professional development, and leadership and team management. Additional responsibility and advancement are available based on performance and demonstrated ability.

Compensation

• $500 to $700 per weekly base pay
• Performance-based commission in addition to base pay
• Commission is earned based on successful donor acquisitions and typically ranges from $50 to $150 per donation, depending on campaign and performance
• This is a W-2 employee position, not an independent contractor opportunity

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Location & Working Model

• Onsite in Fayetteville, NC
• Preferred commute/relocation area: Fayetteville, NC 28301

Application Information

When applying, please list your best phone number and email so Virtus can contact you.