Woodhouse Search is honored to partner with WFYI Metropolitan Indianapolis Public Media, Inc. in the search for a Chief Development & Marketing Officer.
Known for quality programming throughout Central Indiana, WFYI Public Media provides more than just traditional radio and television services. WFYI has been involved as a community leader and partner in the arts, education, health, and public affairs since 1970.
We serve as a community partner where people can learn about important issues and discuss them in a calm and thoughtful manner. Our award-winning documentaries and public affairs programs have addressed many relevant topics including history, public policy, financial literacy, healthcare, workforce development, and environmental affairs.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Chief Development & Marketing Officer (CDMO) will report to the President and CEO, Greg Petrowich, and will be a member of the CEO’s Executive Leadership Team. The CDMO will oversee a team of 15, including two direct reports.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The CDMO will be responsible for:
- Leading a strategic fundraising operation to increase support and sustainability, including building and implementing a comprehensive strategic development plan.
- Increasing donor acquisition and revenue by leveraging existing relationships and creative new engagement techniques.
- Supporting the CEO and being a trusted partner of the Executive Leadership Team to advance support for WFYI’s mission and vision.
- Empowering and inspiring the Board of Directors in fundraising and engagement.
- Stewardship and relationship management with a major donor portfolio, including corporate/foundations and individuals.
- Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of 15 professionals, driving results, clarity, and accountability through sensible metrics.
- Networking and engagement with the wider Indianapolis and Public Broadcasting community.
- Enhancing fundraising through marketing leadership including events, communications, digital, and content teams.
- Operational leadership including budgeting, reporting, recruitment, and development systems.
- Data-driven analytics to maximize fundraising and marketing processes and strategies.
- Strong communication skills, including public engagement, writing, reporting, and transparent internal communications.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in non-profit or business management, marketing, or related field and CFRE preferred.
- High energy and passion for WFYI Public Media mission and commitment to utilizing its public media resources to serve the community.
- Operating with unquestionable integrity; commitment to inclusion and diversity, collaborating with each other and with community partners.
- Exhibited exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Operational experience including fiscal, budgetary, and reporting responsibilities.
- Experience in supervision and mentoring of professional development staff team.
- 8+ years’ experience in non-profit fund development with demonstrated ability to raise significant contributed revenue.
- Tangible leadership experience with successful fundraising campaigns.
- Success in constructing, articulating, and implementing strategic development plans and metrics.
- Demonstrated experience with proposal development, project and budget management, and stewardship.
- Flexible, adaptive style in collaborating with varied audiences and strong organizational skills.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary range for this position is very competitive for the market. WFYI Metropolitan Indianapolis Public Media offers a comprehensive and equitable benefits package.
LOCATION
This position is based in Indianapolis, Indiana.
TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume specifically addressing how your experience and passion for our mission will help your new team at WFYI succeed to Laurie Woodhouse at laurie@woodhousesearch.com.
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