Impactful Fundraising Events Specialist

Harvest Events; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission structure

Paid training in sales, marketing, and

leadership development

Growth opportunities into leadership/​

Team-building activities

Job summary

Harvest Events in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Events Assistant to engage communities through face-to-face marketing and donor sign-ups at our nonprofit partnerships.

You will participate in hands-on event setup, training, and sales conversations, with uncapped commissions and a clear path to leadership as you help grow our impact and fundraising results.

This role requires high energy, reliability, and strong communication in a busy team setting, with in-person work at local events.

Qualifications

• Ambitious, competitive, and positive attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage the public effectively.
• Passion for making a difference in the community and supporting nonprofit initiatives.
• Comfort with face-to-face marketing and interacting with diverse audiences.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development.
• High energy, reliability, and a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily one-on-one and team training sessions to review goals, performance metrics, and upcoming events.
• Set up event kiosks, signage, and displays in high-traffic areas to maximize engagement.
• Approach and engage community members in a friendly, authentic manner to share stories about our nonprofit partners.
• Inspire contributions and encourage participation in fundraising activities (a portion of your role includes sales/converting interest into donations).
• Collaborate with team members to optimize donor engagement and fundraising results.
• Take initiative to suggest improvements in messaging, engagement strategies, or event setup.
• Contribute to a positive, high-energy team environment during events and team meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public engagement

Face-to-face marketing

Training mindset

High energy

Reliability

Team oriented

Job description

Harvest Events in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Events Assistant to engage communities through face-to-face marketing and donor sign-ups at our nonprofit partnerships.

You will participate in hands-on event setup, training, and sales conversations, with uncapped commissions and a clear path to leadership as you help grow our impact and fundraising results.

This role requires high energy, reliability, and strong communication in a busy team setting, with in-person work at local events.