[grc] KGNU Seeks a Director of Development

[timo at comppa.org]

Please circulate and share with people that may be interested in joining
KGNU Community Radio in Boulder/Denver, Colorado.

KGNU
Job Opening for Director of Development

KGNU Community Radio seeks a DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR to build a strong
financial structure which will fuel our 2014-2018 Strategic Plans, as we
forge into our 40th year.  The Director of Development will report to the
Station Manager and be expected to work collaboratively with staff,
volunteers, and the Board of Directors in a team environment.

Job Description
The ideal candidate for the Director of Development position must have a
proven commitment and successful track record fundraising for non-profits,
a passion for community radio and independent media and the ability to
plan, execute, oversee and evaluate a diverse and dynamic fundraising
strategy to bring KGNU strongly into the future.

The KGNU Development Director will provide overall direction,
coordination, and implementation of the organization’s fund-raising
operations. This position may be required to supervise staff, consultants,
and volunteers who work on fundraising and giving programs.

In collaboration with the Station Manager, the successful candidate will
establish revenue and donation goals based on both short term goals and
long range vision, as elucidated in the station’s strategic plan.

The Development Director will implement and promote KGNU’s mission through
fundraising campaigns and meet or exceed budgeted annual income goals. The
Director of Development is charged with the responsibility of organizing
and managing activities related to the analysis, planning, implementation,
supervision, and evaluation of fundraising activities to successfully
execute a fundraising program that will include but not be limited to:
foundation grants, on-line giving campaigns, donor tracking, major donor
gifts, annual and planned giving, and special events.

 Core Duties include but are NOT limited to:
•	Creating a diversified fundraising strategy, with assistance from the
Station Manager.
•	Facilitate an active fundraising role and establish goals for members of
the Board of Directors.
•	Assisting the Station Manager with identifying and developing
opportunities for future growth.
•	Identify future funding needs and development of a fundraising strategy
to address these needs/issues.
•	Identify opportunities for special fundraising campaigns; oversee and
delegate tasks to implement them.
•	Developing a grant writing plan including annual grant cycle calendar
and setting goals that are trackable.
•	Developing and submitting grant proposals to foundations, corporations
and government agencies consistent with KGNU’s mission.
•	Implementing a comprehensive and robust major donor plan fully
integrated with a “Moves” Management process.
•	Soliciting and securing contributions through planned gifts (bequeath,
trusts, donations of land or other real property, annuities, stocks).
•	Creating, maintaining and cultivating fruitful relationships with
businesses, organizations and foundations.
•	Supervising KGNU Underwriting Managers, track sales and develop an
underwriting schedule to increase revenues.
•	Implementing a plan to secure business sponsorship for annual signature
events and pledge drives.
•	Soliciting in-kind donations from businesses and corporate matching grants.
•	Documenting all fundraising activities and providing monthly
comprehensive activity reports to the Station Manager and the Board of
Directors.
•	Working with staff members and committees to ensure that all fundraising
is consistent with the overall mission, philosophy, and strategic plan of
KGNU.
•	Guiding the Development Committee in their role to assist in the
fundraising action plans.
•	Participate in Development, Budget, Events Committees and any other
relevant committees.


Required Qualifications:
•	A minimum of four years’ experience as a successful fundraiser for a
non-profit organization.
•	Superb written, verbal and presentation skills with ability to
communicate effectively
•	Willing to make at least a two-year commitment.
•	Ability to effectively function in a collaborative manner with staff,
board, multiple committees and a diverse volunteer and donor community to
create and maintain a harmonious work environment.
•	Exceptional organizational, planning, and problem solving skills.
•	Ability to manage and implement multiple projects, set deadlines,
evaluates progress and ensure accountability.
•	Proven success in fundraising, particularly in grant writing and major
donor solicitation and cultivation.
•	 Demonstrated ability to initiate and develop relationships with
prospective donors, develop and manage budgets.
•	Willing to work some evenings and weekends and travel occasionally as
needed.
•	Familiarity with marketing (both traditional and on-line), public
relations, event management, and grant sourcing.
•	Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
and Database management
•	Knowledge and use of Internet Grant Portals.
•	Online fundraising campaign experience (crowdsourcing, CRM)
•	An innovative strategic thinker with demonstrated success in the
creation and implementation of development plans and strategies
•	Knowledge of current trends in the charitable giving in the areas of
fundraising events, capital campaigns, major gifts or planned giving.


Preferred Qualifications:
•	Bilingual in Spanish/English
•	Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy and tact to build
strong relationships and motivate donors and volunteers.
•	Independent Media, Community Radio and/or non-profit arts experience.
•	Knowledge of Membership Management systems, ie MemSys, CiviCRM,
Allegiance, SalesForce, DonorSnap, etc.
•	High level computer database skills
•	Established relationships with foundations, businesses and
philanthropists in the Boulder/Denver Community
•	Proficient marketing and fundraising experience with Social Media

About KGNU
KGNU is a 38-year-old non-profit, listener-supported community radio
station. Launched in Boulder Colorado at 88.5 FM we expanded in 2004 to
include Denver at 1390 AM. We now serve a potential listening audience of
more than 2 million people. Combining eclectic and diverse music from
around the corner and around the world, with news and public affairs
programming produced locally, nationally and internationally, KGNU’s
mission is to provide a forum for marginalized and underrepresented
voices, as well as broadcast news stories not likely to be heard in the
mainstream media.

KGNU is committed to diversity and inclusiveness.  KGNU is committed to
providing an equal employment opportunity and environment that is free
from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color,
religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran
status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, or pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by state,
federal, or local law. We encourage applications from all genders, people
of color, and people with disabilities.

SALARY: This is a Full Time position based in Boulder, Colorado with
office hours in both our Boulder and Denver Offices.  Salary is
$44,000.00/yr with excellent medical benefits and a flexible & generous
vacation policy.

READ CAREFULLY AS INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS CANNOT BE CONSIDERED:

Please submit your complete resume, two relevant contacts for professional
recommendations and a maximum 3 page cover letter addressing:
How you are qualified to perform the core duties expected of the
Development Director.
What your vision is for strengthening KGNU through development and
fundraising by 2018.
How you heard about KGNU.
Where you heard about this job opportunity.

All applications should be emailed to the KGNU Development Director Search
Committee at job at kgnu.org

DEADLINE:  FEBRUARY 25, 2016, 5PM MT

THANK YOU FOR SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.  ALL APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE A
CONFIRMATION EMAIL UPON SUBMISSION OF THEIR APPLICATION.

THE SEARCH COMMITTEE WILL CONTACT APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR FIRST ROUND
INTERVIEWS BY MARCH 4, 2016.

As KGNU receives a high volume of very competitive applications ONLY
candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.  Please, no calls or
emails to the station to inquire about your application unless you have
been contacted by the search committee.


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