Development Director, independent journalism industry

 The Texas Tribune is hiring a Development Director to play
a key role in developing and implementing the Tribune’s fundraising
strategies for major gifts, annual giving and events, as well as
assisting with foundation grants. This position will report to the
Chief Development Officer (CDO) and will oversee the activities of
the development team.

Responsibilities:

In partnership with the CDO, develop
and implement a comprehensive and innovative fundraising strategy
to ensure that the Tribune’s contributed income meets its annual
funding objectives and broadens its donor base, particularly with
individuals and foundations.
In conjunction with the CDO, meet or
exceed annual KPIs.
Direct supervision of the development
team’s activities and serve as the lead on major annual fundraising
event, including committee management.
Maintain an active major gift
portfolio through the qualification, cultivation, and stewardship
of major relationships with individuals and foundations.
In conjunction with the CDO and team,
assist with the qualification, cultivation, and stewardship of the
CEO and CDO’s donor portfolios.
In partnership with the CDO, support
the development committee of the Board of Directors.
Steward and grow relationships with
the Ambassador’s Council on behalf of the Tribune with funders
working with the CDO and the executive team.
In conjunction with the CDO, maintain
regular analysis of fundraising performance using best practices
and benchmarks.
Coordinate with the CDO on the
preparation of the department’s budget for revenue and expenses.
This position will manage the development department’s budget.
Provide oversight for the donor
database and giving policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree 
8 years of relevant fundraising and
management experience, or an equivalent combination of education
and experience

Demonstrated leadership in developing
successful fundraising strategies
Demonstrated leadership in managing a
team
Advanced knowledge of fundraising
techniques and strategies
Advanced knowledge of donor
databases
Excellent written and verbal
communication skills; ability to write clear, structured,
articulate, and persuasive proposals.
Strong editing skills.
Excellent time management and
organizational skills.
Strong presentation skills; proactive
and strong attention to detail; ability to communicate effectively
for presentation and written publication, for internal and external
distribution.
Versatility to proactively respond to
challenges by thoughtfully leaning into opportunities to address
and learn from difficult situations and/or conflict.
Exceptional interpersonal skills;
appreciating the differences in people, minimizing conflict, and
obtaining maximum performance.
Ability to intentionally and actively
foster positive working relationships and organizational
culture.

Exceptional emotional intelligence
skills to build, cultivate, and facilitate strong working
relationships.
Ability to manage numerous
initiatives to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality outputs,
including the ability to re-order work and priorities in response
to demand and crises.

We know there are great candidates who won’t check all of the
boxes, and we also know you might bring important skills that we
haven’t considered. If that’s you, don’t hesitate to apply and tell
us about yourself.

Salary will vary according to experience; the minimum is
$125,000.

Location

This position is based in the Austin area. The Texas Tribune
office is located in downtown Austin, steps away from the Texas
Capitol building. This role requires regular work in the office,
but also offers flexibility for frequent remote work. 

Benefits

This job is full time and has the following benefits: 

Medical, vision and dental
insurance
Cell phone stipend 
20 days of paid time off each
year 
12 paid holidays 
Up to 16 weeks of paid family leave
plus four weeks of additional job protection 
Annual 401(k) match of
$2,000 
Remote working flexibility 

How to Apply

Submit your application by January 17 with a résumé and
cover letter detailing your vision for this position and how you
would approach the work. We can’t wait to hear from you.

The Texas Tribune is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are
committed to diversity and building an inclusive environment for
all, and we encourage applicants of all identities, backgrounds,
ages, and abilities to apply.

About The Texas Tribune 

Here’s what you should know about the Tribune. From day one
we’ve had disruption, innovation and risk-taking in our DNA. We’re
ambitious and still have the punch-above-your-weight mentality of a
scrappy start-up. We want to become the number one media
organization in Texas, and we’re always looking to expand our
boundaries. We’re nonprofit because the challenging economic
reality for the media these days obligates us to find a different
way, reliable and sustainable, to fund serious journalism. We’re
nonpartisan because we live in the United States of Confirmation
Bias — and we don’t need to be part of the problem. We don’t need
to be yet another source of information affirming the voices and
perspectives that are already in people’s heads. At the same time,
nonpartisan is not non-thinking. We call B.S. when B.S. needs to be
called.

All of us at the Trib believe the best way to achieve that
mission is to resemble the state we cover. We’re committed to
building an inclusive newsroom for people of all backgrounds and
ages, and we’re taking steps to meet that commitment. We especially
encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to
apply for this role, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people
and people with disabilities.

Learn more about The Texas Tribune here.