Human Rights Fundraiser

Public Outreach Consultancy Inc; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid training from day one

Bonuses and incentives

Career advancement opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Public Outreach is hiring for an outdoor fundraising role in San Diego. You will engage with the public, share information about campaigns, and encourage monthly donations while representing nonprofit organizations.

No prior fundraising experience is required; paid training starts on day one. Opportunities exist for full-time and part-time schedules with growth potential and benefits after eligibility.

Formación

• No fundraising experience required; training provided.
• Comfortable talking with the public in outdoor settings.
• Able to work 21+ hours per week across multiple shifts.

Responsabilidades

• Start conversations with people in public spaces and neighborhoods.
• Explain nonprofit campaigns and how donations support programs.
• Inspire individuals to become monthly donors.
• Meet fundraising goals as part of a team.
• Develop communication, public speaking, and leadership skills.

Conocimientos

Outgoing

Communication

Public speaking

Leadership

Descripción del empleo

San Diego, CA, US

$20/hr Guaranteed + Bonuses | Paid Training | Full-Time & Part-Time | San Diego, CA

CARE ABOUT HUMAN RIGHTS, HUMANITARIAN AID, OR MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD?

Turn that passion into work you can actually do every day.

Public Outreach is hiring outgoing, compassionate, and motivated people to join our San Diego fundraising team.

You'll represent leading nonprofit organizations working on human rights, humanitarian relief, civil liberties, poverty, and support for families and communities facing crisis.

Your job is to connect with people, have meaningful conversations about important causes, and inspire them to become monthly donors.

This isn't a desk job. It's active, outdoor work where your personality, communication skills, and ability to connect with others really matter.

No fundraising experience required. We'll train you.

QUICK ROLE OVERVIEW

• $20/hour guaranteed starting pay - not commission-based




• Performance-based bonuses and fundraising incentives




• Paid training from day one




• Full-time and part-time opportunities available




• Minimum 21 hours per week




• At least 3 full shifts per week




• Each shift is 7 hours




• Outdoor, face-to-face fundraising throughout the San Diego area




• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees after 3 months of full-time employment




• Leadership advancement opportunities with increased earning potential

WHAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY BE DOING

You'll work alongside a supportive team, connecting with members of the public at fundraising locations throughout San Diego.

Your responsibilities include:

• Starting conversations with people in public spaces and residential neighborhoods




• Sharing information about nonprofit campaigns and the communities they support




• Explaining how ongoing donations help fund important programs




• Inspiring individuals to become monthly donors




• Answering questions and communicating important issues clearly




• Working toward individual and team fundraising goals




• Developing communication, public speaking, and leadership skills




• Receiving regular coaching and support from experienced team members

This is paid fundraising, not volunteer work or petitioning.

You'll be asking members of the public to financially support nonprofit organizations through monthly donations.

Your hourly wage is guaranteed, but your performance and results still matter.

THE ISSUES YOU MAY WORK ON

Depending on your campaign, your conversations may involve:

• Human and civil rights




• Humanitarian emergencies and disaster relief




• Children and families affected by war and displacement




• Hunger, poverty, and access to essential resources




• Immigrant and refugee rights




• LGBTQ+ rights and equality




• Reproductive freedom




• Racial justice and economic inequality




• Protecting people's rights, safety, and dignity

Campaign assignments may change, but the purpose remains the same - helping nonprofit organizations build sustainable support for causes that matter.

You don't need to be an expert in these issues. We'll provide the training and information you need to represent your campaign confidently and accurately.

PAY, BENEFITS & CAREER GROWTH

We offer guaranteed hourly pay, performance incentives, and opportunities to build a career within the organization.

• $20/hour guaranteed base pay




• Performance-based bonuses on top of hourly earnings




• Paid training from your first day




• Regular coaching and professional development




• Performance reviews and opportunities for advancement




• Leadership and management positions with increased earning potential




• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees and their families after 3 months of full-time employment




• Paid time off




• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US

We believe in promoting from within.

Many of our team leaders started as fundraisers before advancing into positions where they train, coach, and lead others.

You'll develop valuable skills in public speaking, communication, storytelling, community outreach, and leadership.

Whether you're a student, recent graduate, creative professional, career changer, or someone interested in nonprofit work, this can be an opportunity to build experience while earning a guaranteed wage.

SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT

We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities, with a minimum weekly commitment.

Schedule requirements:

• Minimum 3 full shifts per week




• Each shift is 7 hours




• Minimum 21 hours per week




• Consistent weekly availability required




• Applicants must be available for complete shifts rather than partial days

Specific schedules and shift times depend on team and campaign assignments and will be discussed during the interview process.

THIS IS AN ACTIVE, OUTDOOR POSITION.

You'll spend much of your shift walking, standing, approaching people, and speaking with members of the public.

Our teams work outdoors in all safe weather conditions, including warmer temperatures, cooler weather, and rain, with appropriate safety precautions.

Some assignments may involve walking through residential neighborhoods, navigating stairs, and traveling between outreach locations.

Fundraising locations may change throughout the San Diego area. You must be able to reliably reach your assigned team meeting location and be comfortable traveling with your team to different communities.

WHO THRIVES IN THIS ROLE?

You don't need a particular degree or professional background to succeed here.

You might be a great fit if you:

• Care about human rights, humanitarian issues, or making a positive difference




• Enjoy meeting people and having meaningful conversations




• Are comfortable approaching strangers or excited to build that confidence




• Can communicate serious issues with empathy and respect




• Stay positive and motivated when someone says \"no\"




• Enjoy working toward goals and improving your performance




• Are reliable, punctual, and open to feedback




• Prefer active, outdoor work over sitting behind a desk




• Want to build confidence, communication skills, and leadership experience

People with experience in hospitality, restaurants, retail, customer service, education, performing arts, sales, advocacy, volunteering, community organizing, or public speaking often bring valuable skills to this position.

Students, performers, creatives, recent graduates, career changers, and people looking for meaningful work are encouraged to apply.

We can teach you fundraising. We're looking for people who bring energy, resilience, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

THE REALITY OF FUNDRAISING

You'll approach people you don't know, start conversations, and ask them to support nonprofit organizations.

Some people will be interested. Others won't stop to talk.

You’ll hear \"no\" regularly.

Successful fundraisers learn to stay positive, apply feedback, and confidently start the next conversation.

We'll provide paid training, ongoing coaching, and support from your team to help you succeed.

Your hourly wage is guaranteed. Your results still matter.

If you're motivated by clear goals, enjoy improving your skills, and can stay resilient when conversations don't go your way, you may really enjoy the challenge.

BEFORE YOU APPLY

Please make sure you:

• Are at least 18 years old




• Are legally authorized to work in the US without employer sponsorship




• Can consistently work at least 3 complete 7-hour shifts per week




• Can reliably commute to assigned meeting locations throughout the San Diego area




• Are comfortable working outdoors in all safe weather conditions




• Can meet the physical demands of walking, standing, and navigating stairs




• Are comfortable approaching strangers and asking people to become monthly donors




• Can communicate confidently in English




• Are willing to receive coaching and work toward fundraising goals




• Are available to start soon

COME AS YOU ARE

We want Public Outreach to be a workplace where people can genuinely be themselves.

Our teams include members of the LGBTQ+ community, and creating an environment where people feel safe, respected, supported, and welcome matters to us.

We welcome applications from queer, trans, newcomer, and other underrepresented communities.

We believe different backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives make our teams stronger.

Bring your personality, your perspective, and a willingness to learn.

OUR HIRING PROCESS

We're actively interviewing candidates for our San Diego fundraising team.

Qualified applicants will be invited to a virtual group interview where you'll learn more about Public Outreach, the role, and what face-to-face fundraising is actually like.

Candidates selected to continue may move on to additional hiring steps and paid field training.

No previous fundraising experience is required. We'll provide the training, coaching, and support you need to get started.

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

If you're looking for a job where your communication skills can support causes you genuinely care about - and you're ready for an active, people-focused role - we'd love to meet you.

ABOUT PUBLIC OUTREACH

Public Outreach partners with nonprofit organizations to build sustainable support for causes that matter.

Our fundraisers work directly with the public to raise awareness, inspire action, and turn meaningful conversations into long-term support.

Public Outreach is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.