Assistant Event Manager – Paid Training | Entry Level

We are a fast-growing event marketing and nonprofit fundraising firm dedicated to helping charitable organizations expand their reach, increase brand awareness, and drive meaningful community engagement. Through live events, face-to-face outreach, and interactive brand activations, we connect nonprofit clients with the audiences that support their mission.

We are hiring an Entry-Level Assistant Event Manager to support our event operations, team coordination, and community outreach initiatives. This is an entry-level position with full paid training, making it ideal for motivated individuals who enjoy working with people and want hands-on experience in event management, marketing, and leadership.

Role Overview

As an Assistant Event Manager, you will help oversee daily event operations, support staff during outreach campaigns, and ensure smooth execution of promotional and fundraising events. You’ll work closely with leadership and gain the skills needed to grow into a full Event Manager role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and executing community events and promotional campaigns

• Support event setup, operation, and breakdown, including displays, signage, and promotional materials

• Represent nonprofit clients and communicate their mission to event attendees

• Provide guidance to entry-level team members during outreach activities

• Engage with the public to increase awareness, answer questions, and encourage participation

• Track event performance, engagement metrics, and donor lead information

• Help resolve onsite issues and ensure smooth event flow

• Collaborate with event managers and leadership to improve campaign results

• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and leadership workshops

Qualifications

• No event or management experience required — full training provided

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Outgoing, proactive, and comfortable speaking with new people

• Reliable, punctual, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Team-oriented with leadership potential

• Flexible availability, including some weekends

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

What We Offer

• Paid training with hands-on event management experience

• Competitive weekly pay + bonus opportunities

• Fast-track advancement into Event Manager or team leadership roles

• Travel opportunities for local and regional events (optional)

• A supportive, energetic, and collaborative team environment

• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact by supporting nonprofit clients

• Continuous skill development in leadership, event operations, and marketing

Why This Role Is Great for Entry-Level Candidates

• No prior event management experience needed

• Perfect for individuals with backgrounds in customer service, retail, hospitality, or volunteer work

• Develop valuable skills in leadership, event coordination, communication, and public engagement

• A social, fast-paced work environment with real growth potential