BUSINESS AND ADVANCEMENT ASSISTANT

WGTE Public Media; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

WGTE Public Media seeks an organized, detail-oriented Business and Advancement Assistant to support Institutional Advancement and Business Development with administrative tasks. The role includes supporting fundraising, donor engagement, underwriting, sponsorships, and partnerships, while maintaining donor records and preparing proposals and reports.

Qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong communication and proofreading skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and discretion with confidential information.
• Experience in nonprofit, fundraising, marketing or business development settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising, donor engagement, underwriting, sponsorships, and partnerships to advance WGTE Public Media’s mission.
• Coordinate schedules and meetings; manage donor and business records.
• Prepare correspondence, proposals, and reports; track follow-up activities.
• Assist with donor communications and events; handle confidential information with discretion.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proofreading

Customer service experience

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WGTE Public Media seeks an organized, detail-oriented Business and Advancement Assistant to support our Institutional Advancement and Business Development departments. This position helps advance WGTEs mission through administrative support for fundraising, donor engagement, underwriting, sponsorships, and partnerships. Responsibilities include preparing correspondence, proposals, and reports; coordinating schedules and meetings; maintaining donor and business records; tracking agreements and follow-up activities; and assisting with donor communications and events. Candidates should have an associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, prior administrative or customer service experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong communication, organizational, and proofreading skills, along with discretion when handling confidential information, are essential. A bachelors degree and experience in nonprofit, fundraising, marketing, or business development settings are preferred. Occasional evening or event support may be required. Salary: $45,000$50,000 annually.