Institutional Giving Manager

WYPR
Baltimore , MD

Application Deadline: Friday, Sep 10, 2021

Description

WYPR 88.1 FM, Baltimore’s NPR radio station, seeks a full-time Institutional Giving Manager (IGM) to contribute to the strategic growth of the station by developing and implementing strategies to increase philanthropic support from foundations, corporations, and other organizations. The IGM will serve as a key member of the development team.

Role & Responsibilities:

Candidate will work collaboratively as a member of the development team on the following:

  • Develop relationships with local and national foundations to ensure a robust pipeline of potential grant funding to advance the programming initiatives and community outreach objectives of WYPR.
  • Draft proposals and letters of inquiry following guidelines and deadlines provided by funders.
  • Create templates for grants and reports and maintain depository of source language for grant proposals.
  • Manage calendar and timely submission of grant applications, reports, contracts, and other documents.
  • Maintain a real-time system for tracking grant submissions, reporting deadlines, and renewal due dates.
  • Effectively work with programming colleagues to coordinate input from key funders, ensure appropriate messaging, and support the development of campaign and appeal materials.
  • Conduct prospect research of foundations, government, and corporate funders to determine appropriate matches between WYPR and funders.
  • Develop a strategic plan for funding the growth of the station through foundation, corporate, government, and community support complete with targeted goals and an internal reporting system.
  • Provide writing and editing support for communication, programmatic, and development related materials.
  • Support special events and development activities as needed.

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