Colorado Media Project
Director
Colorado Media Project, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
As a nonpartisan philanthropic initiative, Colorado Media Project works to advance the innovations that make Colorado's local news ecosystem more sustainable, collaborative, trusted, equitable and accountable to the public it serves. Within this dynamic ecosystem, CMP serves as a catalyst, funder, and advocate. In this pivotal time for the future of local civic news, CMP seeks candidates and nominations for its next Director.
Description
Now more than ever, Colorado communities need innovative, cross-sector solutions to a number of interrelated challenges facing our state and our democracy: A deluge of digital disinformation, polarization of our civic dialogue, and widespread mistrust caused by a lack of common ground. Revitalization of independent local journalism that serves the public good, uplifts and connects our communities, and ensures public transparency and accountability is a mission that serves all Coloradans. The Director will play a crucial role in advancing CMP’s mission to support sustainable, equitable, and community-centered journalism in Colorado.
Reporting to CMP’s Executive Committee, this leadership position requires a dynamic and strategic individual with a passion for public service and accessible civic information, exceptional relationship-building skills, and deep expertise in fundraising, strategic communications, coalition building, and organizational management. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Director serves as a conductor, working in concert with funders, ecosystem leaders, community advisors, and best-in-class contractors to achieve shared buy-in to CMP’s vision and goals, and work with the ecosystem of grantees and partners to own and drive the work. In addition to directing CMP’s role as a backbone organization, the Director will deploy strategic grantmaking as a tool to inspire and drive toward CMP’s vision. Responsibilities include: Strategy and Vision:
Set the direction for CMP’s work as a funder, catalyst, and advocate; continually refine CMP’s theory of action and strategy behind its grantmaking and initiated work. Fundraising and Partnership Development:
Partner closely with CMP’s Executive Committee and funder table to proactively grow the field of philanthropy for local news in Colorado through funder education, stewardship, and support. Grantmaking and Grants Management:
Guide CMP’s grantee selection process to ensure it advances CMP’s vision and desired impact. External Communications and Coalition Building:
Serve as a primary spokesperson for CMP, promoting the project’s goals and impact to various stakeholders. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE A minimum of ten years of organizational leadership experience in nonprofits, philanthropy, public policy and/or media and journalism. Bachelor’s degree in journalism, strategic communications, public relations, nonprofit management, or a related field. Demonstrated commitment to advancing inclusion and equity in local journalism and civic engagement. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The hiring salary range for this position is $145,000 – 160,000 annually. CMP is fiscally sponsored by Rose Community Foundation, which offers a competitive benefits package. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Location:
This position requires residency within the Denver metro area. Travel:
Access to a vehicle is required and the Director will travel throughout the state to support relationship-building with key partners. This search is being led by Emily Wexler and Rachel Burgoyne of NPAG. Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Rose Community Foundation believes in the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. The Foundation is committed to equal employment opportunities.
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Now more than ever, Colorado communities need innovative, cross-sector solutions to a number of interrelated challenges facing our state and our democracy: A deluge of digital disinformation, polarization of our civic dialogue, and widespread mistrust caused by a lack of common ground. Revitalization of independent local journalism that serves the public good, uplifts and connects our communities, and ensures public transparency and accountability is a mission that serves all Coloradans. The Director will play a crucial role in advancing CMP’s mission to support sustainable, equitable, and community-centered journalism in Colorado.
Reporting to CMP’s Executive Committee, this leadership position requires a dynamic and strategic individual with a passion for public service and accessible civic information, exceptional relationship-building skills, and deep expertise in fundraising, strategic communications, coalition building, and organizational management. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Director serves as a conductor, working in concert with funders, ecosystem leaders, community advisors, and best-in-class contractors to achieve shared buy-in to CMP’s vision and goals, and work with the ecosystem of grantees and partners to own and drive the work. In addition to directing CMP’s role as a backbone organization, the Director will deploy strategic grantmaking as a tool to inspire and drive toward CMP’s vision. Responsibilities include: Strategy and Vision:
Set the direction for CMP’s work as a funder, catalyst, and advocate; continually refine CMP’s theory of action and strategy behind its grantmaking and initiated work. Fundraising and Partnership Development:
Partner closely with CMP’s Executive Committee and funder table to proactively grow the field of philanthropy for local news in Colorado through funder education, stewardship, and support. Grantmaking and Grants Management:
Guide CMP’s grantee selection process to ensure it advances CMP’s vision and desired impact. External Communications and Coalition Building:
Serve as a primary spokesperson for CMP, promoting the project’s goals and impact to various stakeholders. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE A minimum of ten years of organizational leadership experience in nonprofits, philanthropy, public policy and/or media and journalism. Bachelor’s degree in journalism, strategic communications, public relations, nonprofit management, or a related field. Demonstrated commitment to advancing inclusion and equity in local journalism and civic engagement. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The hiring salary range for this position is $145,000 – 160,000 annually. CMP is fiscally sponsored by Rose Community Foundation, which offers a competitive benefits package. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Location:
This position requires residency within the Denver metro area. Travel:
Access to a vehicle is required and the Director will travel throughout the state to support relationship-building with key partners. This search is being led by Emily Wexler and Rachel Burgoyne of NPAG. Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Rose Community Foundation believes in the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. The Foundation is committed to equal employment opportunities.
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