Assistant Event Manager – Paid Training | Entry Level

We are a fast-growing event marketing and nonprofit fundraising firm helping charitable organizations expand their reach, boost 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’re hiring an Entry-Level Assistant Event Manager to support event operations, team coordination, and community outreach initiatives. This entry-level role offers full paid training and hands-on experience, perfect for motivated individuals who enjoy working with people and want to grow into event management and leadership roles.

Role Overview

As an Assistant Event Manager, you will help oversee daily event operations, guide entry-level team members, and ensure the smooth execution of promotional and fundraising campaigns. You’ll gain hands-on experience in event management, marketing, and leadership while working closely with experienced managers.

Key Responsibilities

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

• Support event setup, operations, and breakdown, including displays, signage, and materials

• Represent nonprofit clients and effectively communicate their mission to attendees

• Provide guidance and support 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 on-site issues to ensure smooth event execution

• Collaborate with event managers and leadership to improve campaign results

• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and leadership workshops

Qualifications

No prior event or management experience required — full paid training provided.

Ideal candidates are:

• Outgoing, proactive, and comfortable speaking with new people

• Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills

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

• Team-oriented with leadership potential

• Flexible, including availability on some weekends

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

What We Offer

• Paid training with hands-on event management experience

• Competitive weekly pay + bonus opportunities

• Rapid advancement into Event Manager or team leadership roles

• Travel opportunities for local and regional events (optional)

• Supportive, energetic, and collaborative team environment

• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact supporting nonprofit clients

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

Why This Role Is Ideal for Entry-Level Candidates

• No prior experience in event management required

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

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

• Work in a social, fast-paced environment with real growth potential