Director of Development and Fundraising

WTJX; Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WTJX is seeking a Director of Development and Fundraising based in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. The selected candidate will oversee all fundraising and underwriting efforts while enhancing membership for the Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field, alongside significant experience in fundraising, particularly in a non-profit setting. The position involves various responsibilities, including securing funding and coordinating development initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in advertising, promotions, or fundraising.
• Former experience with fundraising for a non-profit organization.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate fundraising activities.
• Negotiate agreements with funding representatives.
• Supervise development initiatives.
• Secure funding from various sources.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to fundraising methods.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Advertising knowledge

Strong communication skills

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field

Job description

Director of Development and Fundraising

Location: St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

The Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System is in search of a candidate to fill our Director of Development and Fundraising position. The successful candidate will be responsible for all fundraising/underwriting activities, as well as increasing and maintaining memberships for the System.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and directs activities to secure and maintain underwriting for national and local programming from various entities.
• Negotiates final agreements with funding representatives.
• Supervises and coordinates the implementation of all development initiatives.
• Secures corporate, foundation, government, and private funding for the station's operations and programs.
• Evaluates fundraising process, analyze results, and make recommendations to increase effectiveness.
• Reviews membership response to fundraising methods and programming decisions.
• Monitors nationwide and regional sales and marketing trends and maintains industry contacts.
• Develops, organizes, and coordinates on-air fundraising campaigns.
• Develops and coordinates grant funding programs and discusses program requirements and sources of funds available with CEO.
• Writes grant applications and submits applications to funding entities.
• Meets with representatives of funding sources to work out details of proposals.
• Reports regularly to the CEO on membership activities and plans.
• Manage contracts and agreements for Underwriters; solicit advertising and underwriting for the System.
• Prepare financial reports and other relevant reports for the department.
• Manage all aspects of Langford the Mascot.
• Manage the inventory and promotional items for the department.
• Manages the System’s fundraising/membership software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field with five (5) years of experience in advertising, promotions or fundraising for a major business, activity, or event. In lieu of a degree, 6-8 years of experience in advertising, promotions or fundraising for a major business, activity, or event; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
• Must have former experience with fundraising for a non-profit organization.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Ability to drive and must have a valid USVI Driver's License.

Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System is an Equal Opportunity Employer