Executive Assistant to Executive Office

About Dogwood Health Trust

Founded in 2019, Dogwood Health Trust (Dogwood) is a private foundation based in Asheville, North Carolina. Its sole purpose is to dramatically improve the health and wellbeing of all people and communities of the 18 counties and the Qualla Boundary in Western North Carolina.

As a funder, Dogwood invests in collaborative, innovative and equitable efforts that address the many factors contributing to overall wellbeing, especially in the areas of housing, education, economic opportunity, and health and wellness. Ultimately, Dogwood seeks to create a Western North Carolina where every generation can live, learn, earn and thrive, with dignity and opportunity for all, no exceptions.

• Compassion with Courage. We will be bold in pursuing our commitment to the people and communities of Western North Carolina by taking smart risks and investing in opportunities for profound impact.
• Sustainability with Integrity. We will bring transparency and humility in stewarding resources to support and strengthen Western North Carolina for generations to come.
• Partnering with Purpose. We will foster collective impact by promoting collaboration and advancing shared learning.

The Executive Assistant to the Executive Office provides high-level administrative and operational support to Dogwood’s CEO and executive leadership team. This role manages complex scheduling, communications, travel, expenses, meetings, events, and special projects while handling sensitive information with exceptional discretion. The position also supports the Board Coordinator with board and committee activities, including meeting preparation, logistics, materials, travel coordination, and onsite or virtual meeting support.

As a collaborative member of the Administrative Support Team, the Executive Assistant helps maintain continuity of operations, strengthens administrative processes, and delivers responsive support across the organization.

The Executive Office includes the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of the Executive Office, the Senior Vice President of Operations, and the Senior Vice President of Community Investment.

• Manage the Chief Executive Officer’s (CEO’s) calendar including both internal and external scheduling.
• Monitor CEO email inbox to triage and route incoming requests and communications for the CEO, prioritizing and filtering requests.
• Draft, manage, and organize sensitive correspondence, files, and communications with excellent judgment and confidentiality.
• Serve as backup to the Director of the Executive Office, providing support to the CEO and ensuring continuity of executive office operations during absences and other coverage needs.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information and materials.
• Coordinate travel arrangements including transportation, lodging, meals, itineraries, conference registrations, and related logistics to ensure efficient and well-supported travel experiences for the CEO and Director of the Executive Office.
• Support relationship-building and engagement opportunities while traveling, including coordinating group dinners, networking opportunities, and other activities that maximize connection and strategic engagement for the CEO and Director of the Executive Office.
• Track, organize, and submit expense reimbursements on behalf of the Executive Office.
• Support special projects and initiatives assigned.
• Serve as a trusted backup for the Executive Assistants to the Senior Vice President of Operations and Senior Vice President of Community Investment providing executive support and maintaining continuity of operations during coverage periods.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the…