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Leasing Assistant

Durham, NC · On-site

$17/hr

Support resident events, leasing events, and community engagement initiatives * Communicate professionally across email, phone, and social media platforms * Assist with leasing events and activities

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How much do community engagement assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for community engagement assistant in Raleigh, NC is $20.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Engagement Assistant vs Community Outreach Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Engagement AssistantCommunity Outreach Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer associate degreeBachelor’s degree in communications, social sciences, or related field
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, local government, community centersNonprofits, government agencies, educational institutions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in community programs to support engagement activitiesUsed to plan and execute outreach campaigns and events
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing entry-level community rolesIndividuals seeking roles with broader outreach responsibilities

While both roles focus on community interaction, the Community Engagement Assistant typically supports engagement activities at an entry level, whereas the Community Outreach Coordinator manages outreach campaigns and strategic initiatives. The Coordinator role often requires more experience and a degree, with broader responsibilities in planning and execution.

What does a community engagement assistant do?

A community engagement assistant supports efforts to build and maintain positive relationships between an organization and the community. They may organize events, communicate with community members, and use social media or outreach tools to promote programs and gather feedback. Strong communication skills and familiarity with community issues are important for this role.
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Infographic showing various Community Engagement Assistant job openings in Raleigh, NC as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,846 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Donor Relations & Fundraising Officer

Habitat For Humanity of Durham Inc

Durham, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description:

Habitat for Humanity of Durham seeks a Donor Relations & Fundraising Officer to serve as a member of our fundraising team and help drive growth in our annual giving and sponsorship programs. This role is part of a small, cross-functional team, working closely with Communications teams.


The Donor Relations & Fundraising Officer will provide leadership and initiative to develop and execute strategies to identify, cultivate, retain, and close gift relationships with assigned individuals, corporations, faith-based groups, and community organizations to meet a significant annual revenue goal. This is a relationship-forward role requiring strong public presence, excellent communication, and comfort with public speaking and presentations. The ideal candidate is a proactive fundraiser who enjoys meeting new people, telling compelling stories, and turning relationships into meaningful support for Habitat’s mission.


Responsibilities


Fundraising Strategy & Donor Development

  • Establish with the development team a systematic strategy to actively identify, cultivate, solicit, and close commitments from new and existing donors to meet or exceed assigned revenue goals.
  • Manage an assigned portfolio of prospects and donors, moving them through the donor pipeline.
  • Lead donor engagement efforts to retain, upgrade, and track annual giving supporters and sponsorship partners’ activities in the donor database/CRM.

Donor Solicitation & Relationship Management

  • Work independently to conduct face-to-face visits, possible virtual meetings, and other relationship-building activities to secure assigned sponsorships and annual gifts.

Campaigns, Presentations & Communications Collaboration

  • Create and execute, with the Communications Team, assigned solicitation campaigns (mail, email, virtual, website, presentations, proposals, etc.) to compassionately and effectively articulate the Habitat story.
  • Represent Habitat for Humanity of Durham at community events, faith-based gatherings, corporate meetings, and volunteer activities.

Planning, Reporting & Operations

  • Work with the Development Team to establish annual revenue goals for the budget; provide accurate and timely progress reports.
  • Grant administration support (tracking deliverables/timelines/compliance; maintaining grant documentation with program/finance)
  • Grant reporting + drafting narrative language with organizational leadership (proposals/renewals/funder communications)

Events & Community Engagement

  • Assist in hosting and supporting events on- and off-site (including some nights and weekends).
  • Build strong internal relationships with program staff to stay current on Habitat work and bring impact stories to donors.
  • Professional Development
  • Actively seek and participate in professional continued education to strengthen fundraising skills and stay current on best practices.

Professional Development

  • Actively seek and participate in professional continued education to strengthen fundraising skills and stay current on best practices.
Requirements:

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 2+ years of successful fundraising experience, including a proven record of securing gifts/sponsorships or comparable revenue generation.
  • Previous financial experience (budgeting, reporting, analysis, or related work) and fundraising experience is expected.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to listen well and engage, inspire, and persuade.
  • Comfort with public speaking and developing presentations
  • Strong relationship-building skills with a diverse range of constituents and a commitment to maintaining high-quality donor stewardship.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex priorities and meet deadlines.
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
  • Experience with donor databases/CRMs is a plus.
  • Experience supporting grant administration and reporting (narrative, outcomes, and compliance) is a plus.

Additional Requirements / Working Conditions

  • Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.
  • Must be willing to work occasional nights and weekends
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred