Senior Director of Development and Revenue
- Employer
- New Hampshire Public Radio
- Location
- Concord, New Hampshire
- Salary
- $95,000 - $110,000
- Posted Date
- Jan 24, 2025
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Annual Fund, Corporate and Foundation Relations, Donor Relations, Fundraising Administration, Membership
- Fields
- Public Broadcasting
- Employment Type
- Full Time
New Hampshire Public Radio is seeking an innovative, strategic, and experienced Senior Director of Development & Revenue to lead our development efforts across membership, corporate sponsorship, underwriting, foundation partnerships, and database management. Reporting to the Vice President of Development, this newly created position will drive revenue generation, steward donor relationships, and support NHPR’s mission to foster an informed and engaged public. Join us in supporting NHPR’s mission through effective strategy and leadership!
New Hampshire Public Radio is an independent and trusted source for news and information, and the state's largest radio news service. NHPR's newsroom, digital team, and original programs consistently earn national recognition for their in-depth reporting and production. NHPR is the winner of multiple National Edward R. Murrow Awards for overall excellence from 2015 through 2023 and a finalist for the 2024 Pulitzer in Audio Journalism. We have over 23,000 member households, over 60% of which are sustaining members.
This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid-eligible role based in Concord, NH, reporting to the VP of Development. The starting salary range for this position is $95,000 - $110,000 based on experience. We also consider internal equity, among other factors, when deciding compensation.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead development departments—membership, including the Leadership Circle program;[CL1] [CL2] corporate sponsorship/underwriting; and fundraising systems —in achieving annual and multi-year revenue goals. Strategize with the Membership Director to increase new member enrollment, increase donor retention, ensure sustained giving program targets are reached, and increase overall gift revenue. Develop and implement new strategies for revenue generation, including digital initiatives. Identify opportunities for special campaigns and projects such as operating, special projects, endowment, innovation, and capital initiatives. Partner with the Director of Corporate Support to increase underwriting from new and existing clients, develop new cross-platform and platform-specific underwriting opportunities, and (working with the President and CEO) create C-suite-driven corporate partnerships. Participate in NHPR’s strategic planning process, identifying fundraising and marketing implications and leading implementation by the development team. Partner with the Program Director and Vice President of Audience Strategy in the creation and execution of special events and projects to maximize visibility and revenue. Serve as a liaison with relevant Board committees and represent Development on the senior leadership team, as needed. Represent NHPR to the public media community nationally and maintain strong relationships with relevant organizations.
Required Competencies and Qualifications:
- Five to ten years of progressive fundraising/development experience, driving substantial revenue growth through strategic fundraising. Budget management experience with a strategic approach to financial planning and goal setting. Proven leadership and management experience with a commitment to fostering inclusive and innovative environments and cultivating diverse talent. Proficiency in donor data management platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge) and data-driven revenue analysis. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage diverse funders and stakeholders. Familiarity with the New Hampshire philanthropic landscape or regional networks. A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
However, we know there are great candidates who may not have all these qualities or who have important skills we may not have outlined above. If this is you, do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.
Benefits:
NHPR offers a generous benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; company-paid short- and long-term disability; flexible spending accounts; 403(b) savings plan with a company match and a free on-site fitness center. Employees are entitled to three weeks of vacation time, 14 paid holidays, and paid sick and parental leave.
Things to Know About Us:
NHPR is the state's foremost news organization, focused on producing accountability journalism and engaging deeply with the diverse communities and people of the Granite State. For 40 years, NHPR has produced incisive local news on the radio and emerging audio platforms, complementing the national and global reporting of our partners at NPR. We make nationally prominent podcasts - including Bear Brook, Outside/In, Civics 101 and Document - and have a fast-growing footprint in digital and social media.
We seek people who are approachable, collaborative, empathetic, optimistic, and solution-minded. Together, we are building a culture based on earned trust, transparency, equity, and inclusion. We hold ourselves accountable for our goals and our values to enhance the diversity of our staff and our journalism. NHPR is intent on being public radio for all of New Hampshire, by expanding our audience, advancing our mission and vision, and deepening our engagement with diverse people and communities across the state and beyond our borders. Learn more about NHPR.
To Apply:
Please apply on the job opportunities page of our website, NHPR.org, or through this link: https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/nhpr/jobs/3621290-817315
Include a Resume and Cover Letter NHPR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and dynamic workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
NHPR encourages people from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC); those who are first in their family to attend college; adults without a traditional college degree; LGBTQIA+ community members, people from low-income backgrounds and those with intersectional abilities and identities.
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