Public Relations Assistant - Entry Level Job at GEM, Richmond, VA

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  • GEM
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

We are actively seeking an enthusiastic and motivated

Entry-Level Public Relations Assistant to join our expanding team. This exciting opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in public relations, nonprofit marketing, community engagement, event coordination, and strategic communications .

In this role, you will work alongside nonprofit and charitable organizations to support fundraising campaigns, public awareness initiatives, community outreach programs, and live events that create meaningful social impact. If you're passionate about communications, relationship-building, and mission-driven work, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Public Relations Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting outreach and engagement efforts for nonprofit partners by:

  • Assisting the Marketing Manager with the development and execution of public relations, communications, and community outreach strategies
  • Supporting the planning and coordination of charitable campaigns, fundraising initiatives, and community engagement events
  • Serving as a professional representative for nonprofit organizations and charitable causes
  • Building and maintaining positive relationships with community members, donors, and partner organizations
  • Communicating effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure campaign success
  • Contributing creative ideas to increase brand awareness, donor engagement, and community participation
  • Assisting with the execution of both on-site and off-site promotional and fundraising events
  • Monitoring trends in public relations, nonprofit marketing, community outreach, and fundraising to identify growth opportunities
  • Supporting event logistics, campaign tracking, and day-to-day communications activities

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field preferred
  • Previous experience in public relations, communications, marketing, customer service, event coordination, or community outreach is a plus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional, positive, and team-oriented attitude
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow professionally

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is energetic, outgoing, and passionate about making a positive impact through nonprofit and charitable initiatives. You enjoy working with people, thrive in collaborative environments, and are eager to build a successful career in public relations, communications, nonprofit marketing, event management, or community engagement .

Why Join Our Team?

  • Entry-level opportunity with paid training and mentorship
  • Hands-on experience in public relations, communications, fundraising, and nonprofit marketing
  • Professional development and advancement opportunities
  • Collaborative and mission-driven work environment
  • Opportunity to support meaningful causes and make a direct impact in local communities

If you're ready to start a rewarding career in public relations and nonprofit communications while helping organizations create lasting community impact, apply today.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area

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