at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Information
Working Position Title
Associate Director Community Philanthropy & Partnerships (4846)
Classification
Director
Position Number
00004846
Open Date
05/13/2024
Close Date
Priority Review Date
06/10/2024
Employee Class
Staff
Full-Time/Part Time
Full-Time
FTE
1.00
Position Status
Temporary
FLSA
Exempt
Job code
1330SPS03
Union Representation
Non-Union
Union Code
N/A
Unit/Department
Northern Public Radio
College/Unit
Arts and Culture Network
Division
Outreach Engagemt Regl Dev Dv
Location
BC
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
https://www.northernpublicradio.org/
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications
Overview
Join Our Team: Associate Director of Community Philanthropy and Partnerships
Are you a leader with a passion for fostering community support, driving strategic partnerships, and advancing the arts, cultural and information mission of public radio? WNIJ - Classical WNIU (the public radio stations of Northern Illinois University) seeks a visionary Director of Community Philanthropy and Partnerships to lead our fundraising efforts and cultivate meaningful connections with our audience and community partners.
At WNIJ - Classical WNIU, we're dedicated to providing exceptional classical music and insightful news and information to our listeners. As a public radio station, we rely on the support of our audience and local businesses to keep the music playing and the community connected. Join us in making a difference through the power of public radio!
Why Join Us
Make a meaningful impact by leading efforts to foster community support for the arts, cultural and news programming unique to public radio.
Collaborative culture: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about their work and supportive of each other's success. We value collaboration and experimentation in everything we do.
Professional development: Take advantage of opportunities for growth and advancement as you expand your skills and expertise in partnership development, community engagement, and nonprofit fundraising.
Position Summary
This role reports to the Director of Northern Public Radio and serves on the station's cross-departmental leadership team.
As the Director of Community Philanthropy and Partnerships, you will play a pivotal role in advancing WNIJ - Classical WNIU by spearheading initiatives to grow our audience, cultivate donors, and foster community support. You will provide day-to-day direction for the marketing and engagement team. You will develop and lead efforts to engage community partners for programmatic and sponsorship opportunities, driving our fundraising and audience development goals forward.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Expansion of mid-level and major donors
Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with major donors who are passionate about the mission and impact of public radio.
Develop personalized cultivation plans and engagement strategies to deepen donor relationships and secure significant financial contributions.
Audience and on-air development
Collaborate with programming and marketing teams to develop initiatives that enhance listener engagement and expand our audience reach.
Implement strategies to drive listener support through on-air fundraising drives, membership campaigns, and community events.
Community Partnerships
Build and engage a network of strategic partners aligned with our mission to enrich our live programming and enhance listener engagement.
Develop creative strategies to expand our audience reach and deepen community connections.
Community Philanthropy
Work closely with local businesses, organizations, and community leaders to identify opportunities for philanthropic partnerships and financial support.
Develop creative sponsorship packages that align with the interests and values of our supporters while providing valuable exposure for our partners.
Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)
N/A
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)
N/A
Specialty Factors (Civil Service)
N/A
Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)
N/A
Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 3-5 years major gifts experience or comparable experience in generating revenue in a nonprofit setting (Demonstrated successful... For full info follow application link.
In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.
