Employment Opportunities

Now Hiring: Development Director

Appalachian Voices, an award winning non-profit whose mission is to protect the land, air, water and communities of the central and southern Appalachian region, is seeking a Director of Development. This individual will join a team of professionals dedicated to bringing people together to solve the environmental problems having the greatest impact on the central and southern Appalachian Mountains.

Based in Charlottesville, VA, the Director of Development reports to the Executive Director and is a member of the management team. The Development Director will be responsible for maximizing development functions throughout the organization and will specifically:

  • Manage relationships with foundations, write grant proposals and complete grant reporting requirements
  • Research potential sources of foundation funding and submit letters of inquiry
  • Oversee membership development
  • Manage relationships with major donors
  • Supervise Development associate(s)
  • Assist with board meetings and board development
  • Contribute to organizational communications strategies and oversee communications for development

The successful candidate will be committed to the mission of Appalachian Voices, be team oriented, and have development experience. Appalachian Voices is an Equal Opportunity Employer and minorities are encouraged to apply.

If interested in applying please send your resume and a cover letter to willa@appvoices.org

Visit AppalachianVoices.org for more details on Appalachian Voices.

Now Hiring: Virginia Campaign Coordinator

Appalachian Voices is seeking a talented and passionate professional with environmental policy experience to help lead and execute our work in Virginia from our Charlottesville office. Our Virginia program works to move the Commonwealth toward a clean energy future by combating the social and ecological impacts of coal mining, combustion, and waste disposal while advancing energy efficiency and other clean energy alternatives.

Responsibilities include:

  • Public communication and education on our issues, including media outreach, online and social media tools, tabling, and public speaking engagements
  • Grassroots organizing and mobilization, both in-person and utilizing action alerts and other online tools, including work with both our statewide base and specific affected communities
  • Communications with decision makers, including lobby visits, fact sheets, and technical papers and reports
  • Close coordination with, and outreach to, traditional and non-traditional partners
  • Campaign strategy and planning

Qualifications:

  • Strong collaborative spirit, sound judgment, and leadership potential
  • Excellent time management, work ethic, and organization
  • Environmental policy experience
  • Experience with energy and/or coal-related policy a plus
  • Ability to understand and analyze complex technical and policy issues
  • Aptitude for communication with volunteers, members, activists, media, and the public
  • Strong writing and oral communication skills
  • Passion for the Central and Southern Appalachian region

Salary and Benefits:
Salary commensurate with experience and educational background. Benefits include 3 paid weeks vacation, health insurance stipend, and 401(k).

To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and three references by email to: tom@appvoices.org. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled.