Part Time jobs in Halifax, NS

Fundraiser - $19/hr Guaranteed - Great for Students & Creatives - Halifax, NS

We’re hiring fundraisers in Halifax to represent major nonprofit organizations working on humanitarian, environmental, and social justice campaigns.

This role is especially popular with students and recent graduates from Dalhousie, NSCAD, Saint Mary’s, and other Halifax schools, as well as people working in music, theatre, film, visual arts, and other creative fields.

It offers stable hourly income, meaningful work, and flexible scheduling while supporting important nonprofit causes.

No experience is required - we’re looking for outgoing people who enjoy talking with others and building connections.

Pay & Benefits

• $19/hour guaranteed to start (not commission)
• $20/hour after training and evaluation
• Leadership growth opportunities with pay ranging from $25 - $28/hour, based on performance
• Regular pay reviews and performance-based raises
• Paid training from day one
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Benefits after 6 months for full-time employees
• Paid time off and sick pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work supporting major humanitarian, environmental, and social justice organizations

Public Outreach strongly believes in promoting from within, with many members of our leadership team starting their careers in fundraising roles.

What the Job Involves

Our teams raise funds through face-to-face outreach with members of the public in community spaces and neighbourhoods throughout Halifax.

Fundraisers speak with people about nonprofit campaigns and invite them to become monthly supporters.

Successful fundraisers often enjoy:

• Talking with new people throughout the day
• Working in energetic and supportive team environments
• Active work that involves being outdoors and on their feet

This is a public-facing outreach role that involves speaking with members of the public throughout the day.

Schedule

We aim to provide schedules that allow team members to balance school, creative work, or other commitments.

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates typically demonstrate:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfort speaking with new people
• Positive attitude and reliability
• Interest in nonprofit or advocacy work
• Ability to work outdoors and on their feet

Experience in fundraising, customer service, hospitality, retail, advocacy, volunteering, activism, performance, or other public-facing roles is helpful - but not required.

Hiring Process

We are actively interviewing this week and looking for candidates who can start soon.

Successful applicants may begin paid training shortly after being hired.

If you're looking for meaningful work where you can earn guaranteed hourly pay while supporting important nonprofit campaigns, apply today.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Public Outreach is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person