Special Events Associate – Event Marketing & Fundraising

Oakland, CA
Full Time
Entry Level

Are you passionate about events, marketing, and social impact? Join our growing team as a Special Events Associate and play a key role in raising awareness, driving donations, and building community connections for leading nonprofit organizations and mission-driven brands.

This is a hands-on, entry-level opportunity perfect for those eager to launch a career in event marketing, fundraising, or public engagement. No prior experience is required—we provide paid training, mentorship, and clear pathways for advancement.


🎯 Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent top nonprofits and ethical brands at special events, pop-up campaigns, and community outreach programs

  • Assist with event planning, setup, logistics, and execution of live fundraising activations

  • Interact with attendees to increase brand awareness, share campaign messages, and collect donations

  • Support lead generation and help build long-term supporter relationships

  • Collaborate with your team to meet or exceed fundraising goals and outreach milestones

  • Participate in weekly training sessions, team meetings, and leadership development workshops


✅ Ideal Candidate Traits:

  • Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for connecting with people

  • Energetic, positive, and driven by purpose and impact

  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, public-facing environments

  • Team player with excellent communication and collaboration abilities

  • Must be 18+ and legally authorized to work in the U.S.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or event experience is a plus


🎁 What We Offer:

  • Paid training in event planning, marketing strategy, and nonprofit outreach

  • Weekly pay structure: base pay + commissions + performance bonuses

  • Opportunities for career advancement into event coordination, campaign leadership, or account management

  • Travel opportunities for top-performing associates (optional)

  • A mission-driven company culture that celebrates purpose, teamwork, and professional growth

  • Work that’s meaningful, community-centered, and fun!


🌟 Who Thrives in This Role:

  • Individuals with backgrounds in retail, customer service, hospitality, or performing arts

  • Recent graduates or career changers looking for meaningful, growth-oriented work

  • People who love working with others, enjoy face-to-face engagement, and want to make a real difference


📩 Apply Now

Join our team of passionate event professionals and changemakers. Start your career with purpose, people, and potential—as a Special Events Associate helping to support causes that truly matter.

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