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Senior Director of Corporate and Event Development
New York Public RadioNew York City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Feb 2025
💰 $180,000/yr($165,000/yr – $180,000/yr)
About the role
Senior Director of Corporate and Event Development New York Public Radio, a premier public media organization, seeks a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as the Senior Director of Corporate and Event Development. This newly created position is a pivotal growth opportunity for NYPR, emphasizing corporate philanthropy and special events as key components of its development strategy. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer and serving as a member of the fundraising development leadership team, the SD will play a critical role in shaping this forward-leaning strategy and driving ambitious growth from $3M today to $10M over the course of the near-term strategic plan.
Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership
Team Management and Collaboration
Qualifications:
Additional InformationThis is a full-time role with a salary range of $165,000-180,000, annually (plus a full benefits package). Salary offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and organizational pay equity. New York Public Radio also offers comprehensive med
Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for corporate philanthropy and event-based fundraising that aligns with NYPR's mission and strategic goals.
- Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer and development leadership team to integrate corporate and event initiatives into the broader fundraising framework.
- Establish and grow a sustainable pipeline of corporate partners and event sponsors to maximize revenue and engagement opportunities.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with current and prospective corporate donors to secure transformational gifts and sponsorship.
- Create tailored engagement opportunities for corporate partners, including sponsorship and underwriting, cause marketing, corporate membership, and employee engagement.
- Develop innovative approaches to align corporate giving with NYPR's programming, events, and community initiatives.
- Together with the CSE team, plan, execute, and grow NYPR’s annual gala, ensuring it achieves ambitious fundraising, engagement, and brand-awareness goals.
- Launch a peer-to-peer fundraising program with long-term goals and KPIs.
- Oversee the development and execution of other signature fundraising, cultivation, and stewardship events that elevate NYPR’s profile and attract new supporters.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to create and lead an organization-wide integrated event strategy.
Team Management and Collaboration
- Build and lead a 2-person team responsible for corporate and event development, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Partner with staff and volunteer stakeholders to develop cohesive strategies that amplify NYPR’s events and corporate fundraising efforts.
- Act as a visible and effective ambassador for NYPR with donors, sponsors, and the broader community.
- Establish clear performance metrics and regularly assess progress toward financial and engagement goals.
- Provide detailed reporting and analysis to the Chief Development Officer and executive leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Stay abreast of trends and best practices in corporate philanthropy and event fundraising to inform strategy and innovation.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate philanthropy, event fundraising, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Experience in public media a plus.
- Demonstrated success in securing five- to seven-figure corporate gifts and sponsorships.
- Proven expertise in planning and executing high-profile, large-scale fundraising events.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.
- Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage diverse stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and measurable results.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree or CFRE certification preferred
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required for events.
- Passion for public media and a deep commitment to NYPR’s mission and values.
Additional InformationThis is a full-time role with a salary range of $165,000-180,000, annually (plus a full benefits package). Salary offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and organizational pay equity. New York Public Radio also offers comprehensive med
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