Development Coordinator

Job Title: Development Coordinator

Reports to: Development Director

Organization: Dogwood Alliance

Location: Asheville, NC

Position Type: Full-time Employee

About Dogwood Alliance:

Dogwood Alliance mobilizes diverse voices to protect the unique forests and communities of the Southern US from destructive industrial logging through grassroots action, holding corporate and government decision-makers accountable, catalyzing large-scale conservation and advancing a 21st century vision that fully values forests for the myriad ways in which they sustain life. Having transformed the practices of some of the largest corporations in the world, Dogwood is on the leading edge of international, national and regional efforts to advance forest protection in the US South. For more information, visit our website: www.dogwoodalliance.org.

Position Summary: The Development Coordinator is an important member of Dogwood’s Advancement team. Reporting to and working closely with the Development Director, you’ll support multi-channel fundraising activities such as digital and direct mail campaigns, special events, and grants. Key responsibilities include gift processing, donor recognition and communication, research, reporting, and event coordination. The role is ideal for a mission-driven professional looking to deepen experience in fundraising and nonprofit development with a small, collaborative team.

Location & Travel: The coordinator must be based in the Asheville area. While our team is remote and widely disbursed, Asheville is Dogwood’s home. We provide a coworking membership for Asheville-based staff. Or, work can be done from home. The Development Coordinator is required to have a valid NC drivers license and reliable personal transportation in order to fulfill weekly, or more, logistical and operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Management: Knowledge of Bonterra’s EveryAction donor management software (CRM), or similar, to maintain accurate donor records, track metrics, and generate reports
• Strategy Development: Co-create and implement comprehensive, multi-channel fundraising campaigns to meet financial targets
• Grant Applications: Research foundations and assist with funding requests and reports
• Event Management: Assist in planning and execution of local, regional, and national fundraising events
• Marketing & Communications: Collaborate with teams to create compelling promotional materials, direct mail, and email campaigns

Key Responsibility 1: Provide administrative and data entry support for fundraising efforts. Weekly Gift Entry and Reporting tasks:

• Retrieve Dogwood’s mail from downtown PO Box
• Enter gifts sent via check, cash, EFT, and 3rd party platforms into database
• Acknowledge gifts (ex. sending thank you notes and/or premium gifts to donors)
• Prepare and hand-deliver deposits to member of Finance and Operations team
• Create weekly reports for Development Director and Dogwood’s bookkeeper
• Track and report metrics

Key Responsibility 2: Research individuals and foundations

• Conduct, record, and share regular research on individual donors and prospects.
• Conduct, record, and share regular research on foundations.

Key Responsibility 3: Provide logistical assistance to support fundraising and donor appreciation events locally, regionally, and nationally.

• As needed (approximately one event per month)
  • Provide logistical support for events such as panel discussions, house parties, film screenings, and curated walks/hikes
  • Work with internal teams and external vendors to design and/or print supporting materials, such as invitations, programs, take-aways, and follow-up

Competencies & Experience:

• Proficiency with fundraising or advocacy CRM - preferable Bonterra’s EveryAction
• Experience with providing high quality logistical support to donor appreciation or fundraising events
• Demonstrated accuracy and prompt and clear communication
• Desire to participate in all aspects of non-profit fundraising
• Proficient written, verbal, and interpersonal skills for donor and team interaction
• Ability to analyze donor data and campaign metrics to guide decisions
• Technical: Google, Slack, Canva (or similar graphic design program), database systems
• comfortable embedding and integrating their fundraising work with principles of equity and inclusion

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range is $51,000-66,300, depending on experience. Dogwood Alliance recently updated its compensation philosophy to be more transparent and equitable. Read about it here. Benefits package includes health insurance, SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer contribution, generous paid time off, and an excellent working environment. See a summary of our benefits package here.

EEOC Statement:

At Dogwood Alliance, we are unwavering in our commitment to fostering an environment of equity, justice, and inclusivity. Dogwood Alliance advances environmental justice and climate action by mobilizing diverse voices to protect Southern forests and communities from industrial logging. Our staff and culture reflects this mission. We aspire to have a diverse and visionary leadership, an equitable leadership structure and a transformative culture of belonging and care.

We believe that every individual, regardless of their background, deserves equal opportunities to thrive and succeed. Our dedication to upholding the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) runs deep in every aspect of our organization. In this spirit, Dogwood Alliance provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Furthermore, Dogwood Alliance does not discriminate against qualified individuals because of their disabilities and makes efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities in performing and thriving in their jobs.

Our commitment extends beyond mere compliance with legal standards; it's a promise to actively cultivate an environment where each employee's unique experiences and talents are celebrated and respected. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and all other aspects of employment. Harassment and retaliation are contrary to our values and will not be tolerated.

We strive to eliminate barriers that could impede the full potential of any member of our team. We encourage open conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion and are committed to addressing any concerns promptly and transparently. Together, we work to build a team culture that reflects the forests we swear to protect—one that champions collective care, embraces diversity, and empowers each individual to contribute their best. Our commitment to equity and justice is resolute, and we are dedicated to partnering with our staff, volunteers, communities to create a more just and green future for all.

Application Process & Deadline:

At Dogwood Alliance, we recognize the critical importance of the Development Coordinator role in driving our mission forward. To ensure we find the best possible candidate, we have designed a thorough and thoughtful hiring process. We will keep the application open until we find the ideal person for this crucial position, accepting applications on a rolling basis. Here’s an overview of what you can expect from our hiring process:

First Step: Getting to Know You Through Your Resume

• What to Expect: Your resume will be reviewed by our team. This is our first step in understanding your skills and background.

Second Step: Introductory Call

• What: A 30-minute chat with the Development Director.
• Purpose: You'll get to know more about the job and meet the manager who is hiring. The manager will ask about your resume and why you're interested in this job.

Third Step: Second-Round Interview

• Who: Two members of the Dogwood Alliance team.
• What: A more detailed interview focusing on your past work and experiences. They will ask behavioral questions about your career and personal experiences to understand how you handle situations.

Final Step: Technical Assessment and Panel Interview

• Assessment: You'll do a task to show your skills in data management, writing, and detail orientation. You'll be paid for the time you spend on this task. This task will assess a candidate’s ability to be detail oriented and their data literacy skills.
• Panel Interview: After looking at your work on the technical task, a group of Dogwood Alliance staff will interview you.

How to Apply: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online via our BambooHR portal. Please submit a resume & cover letter for consideration, addressed to Beth Griffin. Please answer the required question AND 1 question from the list of your choosing.

• Question 1 — Required: Why Dogwood? Why now? What drew you to Dogwood Alliance? Tell us about how our mission, values, or work resonate with you. How does this role fit into your career goals?
  Please address ONE of the following questions in your cover letter.
  
• Question 2: Building Relationships Tell us about a time you built or maintained a positive relationship with someone, such as a customer, community member, colleague, or volunteer. What did you do to make them feel valued, and what was the outcome?
• Question 3: Event or Project Logistics Describe a time you helped plan or coordinate an event, project, or activity. What steps did you take to keep things on track, and how did you handle any unexpected challenges that came up.
  
• Question 4: Collecting & Working with Data Tell us about a time you gathered, tracked, or organized information for a class project, job, or volunteer role. How did you make sure the information was accurate, and how was it used?
• Question 5: Reporting & Communication Describe a situation where you had to summarize or communicate information to others (i.e. letter/email, presentation, or report). Who was your audience, what did you share, and how did you make sure it was clear and useful.
• Question 6: Attention to Detail & Organization Tell us about a time when being organized and detail-oriented really mattered. What systems or habits did you use to stay on top of things, and what would have happened if you'd missed something?
  
• Question 7: Equity Consider a campaign or event that you helped plan, or that you attended or experienced, in which diverse accessibility needs and cultural experiences were considered. How was that accomplished and in what ways was the final result inclusive?

If you need any assistance or accommodations in completing the application, please contact the Director of People & Culture, Balpreet Kaur at balpreet@dogwoodalliance.org.