Nashville Public Radio
Director of Strategic Development
Nashville Public Radio, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Position Overview
The Director of Strategic Development is a senior leader responsible for driving NET’s growth, sustainability, and long-term vision. This role blends strategic planning, business development, fundraising, and partnership-building to ensure NET thrives in a competitive and evolving landscape. The ideal candidate is a visionary strategist with proven experience in grant procurement, donor advancement, and cross-sector partnerships, combined with strong leadership and communications skills. This is a full-time, exempt position. The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director and manage all Development Department employees.
Responsibilities Strategic Development
Responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives to achieve organizational objectives and drive growth
Works with the Executive Director to promote organizational sustainability and growth
Provides strategic leadership to internal teams and external partners
Works closely with senior leadership to set goals, communicate strategies, and guide the organization toward its vision
Addresses challenges that arise during the strategic planning and implementation process, such as shifts in the competitive landscape or regulatory changes
Researches and analyzes market trends to identify new opportunities and potential challenges
Leads the organization's business development in seeking new revenue streams and forming strategic partnerships
Identifies multi-channel opportunities and plans that supports sustainable growth, strengthens donor engagement and achieves annual goals
Establishes and maintains strong relationships with external partners, such as elected offices, agency representatives, and key partners to facilitate collaboration and drive strategic partnerships
Grants
Leads and oversees public and private-sector grant procurement
Solicits gifts and corporate sponsorships, creating annual campaigns, producing special events, and managing donor cultivation efforts
Provides support as needed for fund solicitation
Develops and implements the fundraising plan in concert with organizational strategic priorities
Performs and/or manages government, foundation, subgranting, and corporate opportunities
Leads team assessment of new grant opportunities through regular consultative grant strategy workshops with senior staff
Recommends grant programs and applications that progress NET’s priorities and mission
Attends community meetings and participates in webinars and grant related workshops
Leads the cultivation and, management of relationships with grant program staff
With a view towards successful implementation, provides guidance and assistance to NET project staff
Responsible for grant budget development and new project hand off to department leads and project managers
Supports grant compliance and reporting requirements
Donor Advancement
Cultivates and stewards’ donors at all levels
Researches, builds relationships, and seeks funding from foundations, corporations, business groups, individuals
Develops, implements, and expands NET’s annual gifts campaign, including monthly donations, crowdfunding, corporate matching, stock donations, charitable distributions, corporate sponsorships
Provides ongoing cultivation and stewardship of donors at all levels
Co-leads the utilization and management of NET’s donor relationship management system, ensuring timely and accurate record keeping and timely donor acknowledgment
Oversees social media and website fundraising in collaboration with Development Manager
Supports goal of 100% Board participation in fundraising efforts
Works with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to build a culture of resource development and philanthropy throughout the organization
Supports and helps the Board fundraising committee to best achieve fundraising plans
Assists with Board development and onboarding
Builds, maintains, and grows relationships with nonprofit conservation organizations, federal and state agencies, tribal governments, and other public and private stakeholders
Oversees the Donor Management System
Communications
Oversees NET’s external donor-facing communications, such as social media content, e-newsletter, donor solicitation
Supports NET’s media engagement efforts, and is available to speak as an external spokesperson for the organizationLeads and oversees NET development events
Represents the organization at external events
Administration
Prepares regular reports
Manages development and Marketing-communications for staff and subcontractors, fostering a high performing, accountable and collaborative team
Oversees workflows and processes, including setting clear goals to ensure the team operates efficiently and is aligned with organizational priorities
Collaborates with finance leadership to set annual budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
Supervises and leads the development team to ensure adoption of best practices, professional growth, accountability and collaboration within the team and across departments
Evaluates and monitors the effectiveness of goals and objectives, making recommendations for improvements as needed
Provides insights and recommendations to senior leadership, enabling informed decision-making and effective resource allocation
Qualifications/Skills
Strong grant writing, research, and communication abilities
Extensive experience managing major gifts, donor campaigns, corporate and foundation relationships
Significant experience in business development, strategy, management, and relevant industry sectors is crucial for this senior-level position
Attention to detail to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
Experience in CA and Los Angeles environmental efforts
Experience with the successful event planning, production, and management
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with external stakeholders and the Board of Directors
Detail-oriented with strong organizational, multitasking and prioritizing skills
Ability to understand organizational needs and strengths to formulate persuasive storytelling that secures funding
Financial and budget skills
Strong computer skills with proficiency in the Google Office Suite as well as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and CRM tools
Strong knowledge of public and private funders
Strong ability to prioritize and multitask
A commitment to and ability to work in diverse communities
Extensive skills in using social media and communication platforms
Ability to work evening hours, occasional weekends
Creativity and latitude are needed. Additionally, this position requires willingness to learn new programs
Analytical Skills: Ability to process data, identify trends, and develop effective solutions to complex business problems
Leadership: Proven ability to guide teams, influence stakeholders, and drive initiatives to successful completion
Communication: Strong interpersonal and presentation skills to effectively communicate strategies and plans across the organization
Education and Experience
A relevant undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university. Work experience in these fields will be considered in lieu of a degree
At least 3 years of experience writing and receiving multimillion-dollar government grants, with a proven track record of success
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Work is performed in an office environment
May require occasional travel to worksites and/or special events
Benefits NET offers generous benefits which include 12 NET Paid Holidays, Health & Dental Ins., Personal Leave, and Vacation, in accordance with NET’s benefits policies.
To Be Considered Email a cover letter and your resume to hr@northeasttrees.org. The position will remain open until filled. Thank you for your interest in working with North East Trees.
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Responsibilities Strategic Development
Responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives to achieve organizational objectives and drive growth
Works with the Executive Director to promote organizational sustainability and growth
Provides strategic leadership to internal teams and external partners
Works closely with senior leadership to set goals, communicate strategies, and guide the organization toward its vision
Addresses challenges that arise during the strategic planning and implementation process, such as shifts in the competitive landscape or regulatory changes
Researches and analyzes market trends to identify new opportunities and potential challenges
Leads the organization's business development in seeking new revenue streams and forming strategic partnerships
Identifies multi-channel opportunities and plans that supports sustainable growth, strengthens donor engagement and achieves annual goals
Establishes and maintains strong relationships with external partners, such as elected offices, agency representatives, and key partners to facilitate collaboration and drive strategic partnerships
Grants
Leads and oversees public and private-sector grant procurement
Solicits gifts and corporate sponsorships, creating annual campaigns, producing special events, and managing donor cultivation efforts
Provides support as needed for fund solicitation
Develops and implements the fundraising plan in concert with organizational strategic priorities
Performs and/or manages government, foundation, subgranting, and corporate opportunities
Leads team assessment of new grant opportunities through regular consultative grant strategy workshops with senior staff
Recommends grant programs and applications that progress NET’s priorities and mission
Attends community meetings and participates in webinars and grant related workshops
Leads the cultivation and, management of relationships with grant program staff
With a view towards successful implementation, provides guidance and assistance to NET project staff
Responsible for grant budget development and new project hand off to department leads and project managers
Supports grant compliance and reporting requirements
Donor Advancement
Cultivates and stewards’ donors at all levels
Researches, builds relationships, and seeks funding from foundations, corporations, business groups, individuals
Develops, implements, and expands NET’s annual gifts campaign, including monthly donations, crowdfunding, corporate matching, stock donations, charitable distributions, corporate sponsorships
Provides ongoing cultivation and stewardship of donors at all levels
Co-leads the utilization and management of NET’s donor relationship management system, ensuring timely and accurate record keeping and timely donor acknowledgment
Oversees social media and website fundraising in collaboration with Development Manager
Supports goal of 100% Board participation in fundraising efforts
Works with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to build a culture of resource development and philanthropy throughout the organization
Supports and helps the Board fundraising committee to best achieve fundraising plans
Assists with Board development and onboarding
Builds, maintains, and grows relationships with nonprofit conservation organizations, federal and state agencies, tribal governments, and other public and private stakeholders
Oversees the Donor Management System
Communications
Oversees NET’s external donor-facing communications, such as social media content, e-newsletter, donor solicitation
Supports NET’s media engagement efforts, and is available to speak as an external spokesperson for the organizationLeads and oversees NET development events
Represents the organization at external events
Administration
Prepares regular reports
Manages development and Marketing-communications for staff and subcontractors, fostering a high performing, accountable and collaborative team
Oversees workflows and processes, including setting clear goals to ensure the team operates efficiently and is aligned with organizational priorities
Collaborates with finance leadership to set annual budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
Supervises and leads the development team to ensure adoption of best practices, professional growth, accountability and collaboration within the team and across departments
Evaluates and monitors the effectiveness of goals and objectives, making recommendations for improvements as needed
Provides insights and recommendations to senior leadership, enabling informed decision-making and effective resource allocation
Qualifications/Skills
Strong grant writing, research, and communication abilities
Extensive experience managing major gifts, donor campaigns, corporate and foundation relationships
Significant experience in business development, strategy, management, and relevant industry sectors is crucial for this senior-level position
Attention to detail to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
Experience in CA and Los Angeles environmental efforts
Experience with the successful event planning, production, and management
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with external stakeholders and the Board of Directors
Detail-oriented with strong organizational, multitasking and prioritizing skills
Ability to understand organizational needs and strengths to formulate persuasive storytelling that secures funding
Financial and budget skills
Strong computer skills with proficiency in the Google Office Suite as well as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and CRM tools
Strong knowledge of public and private funders
Strong ability to prioritize and multitask
A commitment to and ability to work in diverse communities
Extensive skills in using social media and communication platforms
Ability to work evening hours, occasional weekends
Creativity and latitude are needed. Additionally, this position requires willingness to learn new programs
Analytical Skills: Ability to process data, identify trends, and develop effective solutions to complex business problems
Leadership: Proven ability to guide teams, influence stakeholders, and drive initiatives to successful completion
Communication: Strong interpersonal and presentation skills to effectively communicate strategies and plans across the organization
Education and Experience
A relevant undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university. Work experience in these fields will be considered in lieu of a degree
At least 3 years of experience writing and receiving multimillion-dollar government grants, with a proven track record of success
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Work is performed in an office environment
May require occasional travel to worksites and/or special events
Benefits NET offers generous benefits which include 12 NET Paid Holidays, Health & Dental Ins., Personal Leave, and Vacation, in accordance with NET’s benefits policies.
To Be Considered Email a cover letter and your resume to hr@northeasttrees.org. The position will remain open until filled. Thank you for your interest in working with North East Trees.
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