WGVU Director of Development

OVERVIEW

This WGVU senior leadership position will lead revenue development strategy for all areas of individual, corporate, and foundation giving and grants for WGVU Public Media.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to development team and student workers.
• Develop strategies and set departmental objectives to reach station fundraising goals in Membership, Grants, Major and Mid-Level, Corporate, and Foundation giving and overall strategic plan.
• Build and maintain relationships with key community constituents. Develop and manage department budget and reports.
• Explore and develop new revenue opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with other departments across the station to ensure proper levels of support for fundraising efforts.
• Manage major and planned giving program to ensure revenue growth.
• Work with Marketing and Promotions Department to build a promotional schedule to support development efforts and work with the cross-functional team to ensure that station fundraising priorities are being met.
• Serve as member of the WGVU senior leadership team, responsible for helping to set the mission, vision, and values for WGVU Public Media.
• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.
   

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Minimum of eight to ten (8-10) years of fundraising experience.
• Two (2) years of experience managing and supervising teams in related field.
• Ability to manage and maintain assigned budgets and reports.
• Familiarity with Public Media.
• Experience soliciting major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Experience with various computer software applications (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work within a collaborative multiplatform culture and environment.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and work self-sufficiently with little direction when required.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including some nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work on location as needed.
   

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Master’s degree in business, non-profit, or related field.
• Knowledge of Allegiance Fundraising CRM and/or Raisers Edge NXT.
• Experience in Public Media.
   

Salary & Benefits:
Minimum starting salary of $95,000; commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources, and tuition waiver, effective on the date of hire.

Some projects take us off campus into a variety of conditions, including the outdoors. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for special events. Please also note that some schools/programs/events may require us to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. 

Contact:

If interested apply online. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Terri Kenney, kenneyt@gvsu.edu.

 EDUCATION INTERN (SE+) 

Organization/Department Name: WGVU Public Media 
Time Frame: Semester basis. A one-semester commitment is required. 
Start Date: Week 1 of each semester. 
Hours: Flexible, 15-25 hours/week 
Location: 820 Eberhard Center, Pew Campus 
Job Type: on-campus student employment (internship credit possible) 
Compensation: $10.37/hour 

Overview 

As part of GVSU, WGVU Public Media provides PBS and NPR programming and community events for approximately 2.5 million people across West and Southwest Michigan. WGVU Education supports and engages our local educators, students, and families around equitable PreK-12 education outcomes. We work with intentionality in communities with our partners to develop sustainable relationships in an effort to authentically meet the needs of educators and families. 

Opportunities & Experiences for the Student 

The WGVU Education Internship is designed to enable GVSU students to develop and enhance skills within the fields of education and nonprofit under the guidance of WGVU’s experienced staff, supporting the intern in alignment with their own goals, interests, and passions around education. The Education Intern will be an active team member in addressing the education priorities of WGVU and the communities we serve, learning all aspects of the WGVU Education Program, including PBS, NPR, WGVU, and MLC education assets and resources. 

The Education Intern will gain hands-on experience in: 

• Designing a large-scale education digital resource content project.
• Building relationships while working with community partners and K-12 educators, parents, and students.
• Managing, implementing, and promoting education programming.
• Planning community engagement events.
• Presenting educational content and resources.

To learn more about WGVU and its Education Program, visit https://www.wgvu.org/ and go to Education│Kids. 

Required Qualifications 

• Education Major (or related field) or experience in K-12 education.
• Understanding of digital classroom technology and curriculum standards.
• Understanding of effective, equitable educational pedagogies and best practices.

Desired Qualifications 

• Ability to strategically and effectively manage time and resources.
• Ability to balance teamwork with independent work.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities, strong attention to detail, and excellent follow-up skills.
• Knowledge of public media is a plus!

Work Environment: Blended – in-person and virtual. 

Some projects take us off campus into a variety of conditions, including the outdoors. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for special events. Please also note that some schools/programs/events may require us to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. 

Contact:

If interested please contact Kristyn Bomberg at bombergk@gvsu.edu or by phone at 616-331-6784.