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Client Relations Associate - Entry Level

GEM
Fairfax, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/18/2026

We are seeking a motivated, outgoing, and customer-focused Entry-Level Client Relations Associate to represent nonprofit organizations through in-person marketing, community outreach, and customer engagement campaigns.

This full-time, on-site position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in developing professional experience in client relations, field marketing, communications, sales, nonprofit campaigns, and customer engagement.

Previous experience is not required. Training and ongoing coaching are provided to help you learn our client programs, marketing processes, and customer engagement approach.

Responsibilities

As an Entry-Level Client Relations Associate, you will:

  • Represent nonprofit clients at in-person marketing campaigns, community events, and outreach activities
  • Communicate directly with members of the public in a professional and approachable manner
  • Educate customers and community members about client programs, services, and initiatives
  • Build positive relationships through face-to-face communication and customer engagement
  • Support the execution of field marketing and community outreach campaigns
  • Answer questions and provide accurate information about client programs
  • Collect and communicate customer feedback and campaign observations to team members
  • Work collaboratively with marketing and sales teams to support campaign objectives
  • Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities
  • Assist with the launch and growth of new client campaigns
  • Maintain a professional representation of nonprofit clients and their programs
Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who have:

  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • A confident and professional communication style
  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • The ability to interact comfortably with a variety of audiences
  • Strong teamwork and organizational skills
  • Good time-management and problem-solving abilities
  • A motivated and dependable work ethic
  • An interest in marketing, communications, client relations, community outreach, or customer engagement

Previous experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, sales, fundraising, marketing, communications, or another public-facing role is a plus but not required.

Training and Professional Development

We provide hands-on training and professional coaching to help new team members develop the skills necessary to succeed in the role.

As you gain experience, you may have opportunities to develop additional skills in field marketing, client relations, customer engagement, campaign coordination, communications, sales, and team leadership.

What We Offer
  • Full-time, on-site employment
  • Hands-on training and professional coaching
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Experience supporting nonprofit marketing and community outreach campaigns
  • Opportunities to develop client relations and communication skills
  • Collaborative, team-focused work environment
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities
  • Opportunities to work alongside marketing and client teams
Why Join Our Team?

This position provides hands-on experience in field marketing, community outreach, client relations, and customer engagement while allowing you to develop valuable professional communication and relationship-building skills.

If you are motivated, personable, professional, and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

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