Director of Philanthropy

About the role

KET is a statewide media organization that broadcasts into 8 states and 10 media markets. It offers high-quality PBS programming and annually produces hundreds of hours of award-winning local productions and educational resources.

Responsibilities

• Create, execute and evaluate a comprehensive philanthropy strategy to secure and grow $1,500+ annual leadership and sustaining gifts; board campaigns; restricted grants; and endowment, estate and blended gifts.
• Develop data-driven operating plan that advances the KET mission and fundraising success. Responsible for tracking and meeting monthly revenue goals and expense budgets. Accountability based on achievement in fundraising and defined matrices.
• Understand KET’s strategic vision in order to align needs with funding opportunities and to communicate/articulate a case for support.
• Research high-potential prospects across individuals, corporations and foundations, and manage a high-value portfolio of qualified prospects.
• Build donor-centered relationships to retain, upgrade and secure new contributions. Explore gifting vehicles (stocks, DAFs, IRAs, planned giving). Routine moves include statewide visits, event engagement and writing personalized appeals/acknowledgements.
• Collaborate with KET leadership to identify grant funding needs in the areas of education, local production, outreach, technology and other opportunities that arise. Execute full scope of the grant process, from research and relationship building to proposal writing and reporting.
• Expand planned giving program. Involves knowledge of bequests, annuities, trusts, and other life income gifts; working with financial and legal advisors; marketing; and tracking intentions and expectancies.
• Grow existing endowment funds and explore the feasibility of ongoing endowed efforts.
• Serve as the staff liaison for a regional board as needed, providing fundraising guidance, meeting support, event management, and board communication.
• Supervise and oversee the duties of the Philanthropy Services Coordinator, including execution of the mid-level giving program, and provide leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to the Philanthropy team.
• Collaborate with the President and Fund management team on overall leadership development, strategic planning, marketing, financial protocols, event and auction logistics, volunteer and intern management, and technical assistance, while seeking and participating in training opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of three years of experience in fundraising, sales or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred
• Demonstrated success in securing both annual operating funds and restricted gifts
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Computer proficiency and database management skills; self sufficiency required
• Availability for frequent statewide travel and extended work hours

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of nonprofit fundraising principles and practices
• Experience in developing and implementing fundraising strategies
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors and stakeholders
• Knowledge of various gift types and strategies for solicitation
• Experience with donor databases and CRM systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to travel frequently

Benefits

KET offers a creative, engaging work environment with opportunities to collaborate and advance professionally. Additionally, employees are offered paid time off, several health insurance plan selections, and retirement savings options.

Pay

The salary will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.

Schedule

Frequent statewide travel and extended work hours may be required.

Contact

To apply, visit www.ket.org/jobs. For questions, email [email protected].