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Chief Development and Growth Officer
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https://www.texastribune.org/jobs . Submit your application 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, the state’s go-to source for Texas politics and public policy news, is an established leader in digital-first journalism, devoted to informing and engaging Texans through in-depth investigations and explanatory guides, as well as with rigorous enterprise, breaking news and beat reporting informed by data. Our newsroom covers a range of topics, including public and higher education, health and human services, mental health, immigration and the border, politics and threats to democracy, urban affairs, as well as climate, energy and the environment.We produce robust, nonpartisan journalism in a variety of formats — including data visualizations, easily searchable databases and editorial events — bringing greater transparency and accountability to public policy, politics and government. The Tribune’s storytelling goes deep to break down complicated issues that impact everyday Texans. As a result, those Texans have the tools to be more thoughtful and engaged — and not just at election time.Our goal is to raise the level of civic engagement in communities far and wide and to return civility to public discourse on the issues that matter.Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Chief Development and Growth Officer (CDGO) to lead our fundraising and revenue efforts and to secure the resources needed to fulfill our mission.The CDGO will work closely with the Tribune’s CEO, editor-in-chief, chief product officer, local program leaders and chief finance officer to build effective cross-team collaboration, ensuring that leadership effectively advances program goals aligned with revenue strategy. In concert with the CEO, editor-in-chief and the board of directors, you will develop and execute comprehensive revenue growth, sponsorship and fundraising strategies to achieve ambitious financial goals in support of our $14M organization.Responsibilities
Lead the fundraising and revenue strategy for the Tribune, fostering a culture of philanthropy and interconnectedness across teams.Collaborate with the CEO and the board to refine and implement a long-term revenue plan while ensuring that the budget, staff, and priorities are aligned with the Tribune’s core mission.Cultivate a strong and transparent working relationship with the board of directors and ensure open communication about progress toward financial milestones and goals.Provide inspirational leadership and direction to the senior leadership, and ensure the continued development and management of a professional and efficient revenue team of 5+ with a talent-first approach, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and accountability.Oversee all aspects of revenue activities, including major gifts, grants, corporate giving, annual giving programs, special events, advertising and sponsorships.Develop a vision to meet short-term and long-range revenue goals, identifying funding targets and executing plans to secure gifts from individual and institutional donors and to promote lasting funder and sponsor relationships.Establish effective decision-making processes that will enable the Tribune to achieve its long- and short-term revenue goals and objectives.Prospect, develop and maintain key long-term relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporate partners, ensuring a diversified funding portfolio.Ensure timely reporting to foundations and individuals as needed.Coordinate with editorial staff and the finance team to promote understanding of funding opportunities and commitments made to funders.Participate as a member of the business leadership team and board development committee, and secure the active participation of the board of directors in fundraising initiatives.Collaborate across teams on membership drives, crowdfunding efforts and fundraising campaigns.Strategize innovative revenue solutions that meet evolving client and funder needs.Oversee the development department's budget and ensure efficient use of resources.Develop and implement a robust system for tracking donor engagement and measuring fundraising success.Stay abreast of trends in fundraising and identify new opportunities for securing resources.Regular travel, mainly within the state of Texas.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field.Minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role in development or revenue roles, including 5+ years experience in a nonprofit organization with a $10M+ operating budget.Proven success in nonprofit development, including major individual gifts and corporate and foundation grants. Capital campaign experience is a plus.Strong understanding of long-term revenue needs and an ability to design a vision to meet goals.Experience planning, leading and managing development projects, including coordinating with multiple internal staff to achieve desired outcomes, tracking and reporting.Takes initiative and actively seeks to deepen current donor relationships and forge new ones.Effective use of a customer relationship management system to grow and manage prospects and donors.Skilled in creating powerful, compelling written and oral communications for fundraising, as well as experience and credibility when presenting to external audiences.Ability to convey complex ideas through brief, simple materials.Effective at working with others – internal and external – to reach common goals and objectives.Strong understanding of fundraising best practices and principles.Excellent relationship-building, communication, and interpersonal skills.Strategic thinking and analytical abilities.Ability to motivate and inspire a team. Proven success in developing and promoting talent.Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.Commitment to the organization's nonpartisan journalistic mission.Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position will depend on experience. The minimum is $200,000. This job is full-time and includes the following benefits:Medical, vision and dental insuranceCell phone stipend20 days of paid time off each year12 paid holidaysUp to 16 weeks of paid family leave plus four weeks of additional job protectionAnnual 401(k) match of $2,000Remote working flexibilityLocation
This position is located in Austin, Texas, at our headquarters, just blocks from the Capitol. The CDGO will be expected to have a regular presence in the office, but flexibility to work remotely is a company standard.To Apply
Submit your application 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.
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https://www.texastribune.org/jobs . Submit your application 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, the state’s go-to source for Texas politics and public policy news, is an established leader in digital-first journalism, devoted to informing and engaging Texans through in-depth investigations and explanatory guides, as well as with rigorous enterprise, breaking news and beat reporting informed by data. Our newsroom covers a range of topics, including public and higher education, health and human services, mental health, immigration and the border, politics and threats to democracy, urban affairs, as well as climate, energy and the environment.We produce robust, nonpartisan journalism in a variety of formats — including data visualizations, easily searchable databases and editorial events — bringing greater transparency and accountability to public policy, politics and government. The Tribune’s storytelling goes deep to break down complicated issues that impact everyday Texans. As a result, those Texans have the tools to be more thoughtful and engaged — and not just at election time.Our goal is to raise the level of civic engagement in communities far and wide and to return civility to public discourse on the issues that matter.Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Chief Development and Growth Officer (CDGO) to lead our fundraising and revenue efforts and to secure the resources needed to fulfill our mission.The CDGO will work closely with the Tribune’s CEO, editor-in-chief, chief product officer, local program leaders and chief finance officer to build effective cross-team collaboration, ensuring that leadership effectively advances program goals aligned with revenue strategy. In concert with the CEO, editor-in-chief and the board of directors, you will develop and execute comprehensive revenue growth, sponsorship and fundraising strategies to achieve ambitious financial goals in support of our $14M organization.Responsibilities
Lead the fundraising and revenue strategy for the Tribune, fostering a culture of philanthropy and interconnectedness across teams.Collaborate with the CEO and the board to refine and implement a long-term revenue plan while ensuring that the budget, staff, and priorities are aligned with the Tribune’s core mission.Cultivate a strong and transparent working relationship with the board of directors and ensure open communication about progress toward financial milestones and goals.Provide inspirational leadership and direction to the senior leadership, and ensure the continued development and management of a professional and efficient revenue team of 5+ with a talent-first approach, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and accountability.Oversee all aspects of revenue activities, including major gifts, grants, corporate giving, annual giving programs, special events, advertising and sponsorships.Develop a vision to meet short-term and long-range revenue goals, identifying funding targets and executing plans to secure gifts from individual and institutional donors and to promote lasting funder and sponsor relationships.Establish effective decision-making processes that will enable the Tribune to achieve its long- and short-term revenue goals and objectives.Prospect, develop and maintain key long-term relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporate partners, ensuring a diversified funding portfolio.Ensure timely reporting to foundations and individuals as needed.Coordinate with editorial staff and the finance team to promote understanding of funding opportunities and commitments made to funders.Participate as a member of the business leadership team and board development committee, and secure the active participation of the board of directors in fundraising initiatives.Collaborate across teams on membership drives, crowdfunding efforts and fundraising campaigns.Strategize innovative revenue solutions that meet evolving client and funder needs.Oversee the development department's budget and ensure efficient use of resources.Develop and implement a robust system for tracking donor engagement and measuring fundraising success.Stay abreast of trends in fundraising and identify new opportunities for securing resources.Regular travel, mainly within the state of Texas.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field.Minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role in development or revenue roles, including 5+ years experience in a nonprofit organization with a $10M+ operating budget.Proven success in nonprofit development, including major individual gifts and corporate and foundation grants. Capital campaign experience is a plus.Strong understanding of long-term revenue needs and an ability to design a vision to meet goals.Experience planning, leading and managing development projects, including coordinating with multiple internal staff to achieve desired outcomes, tracking and reporting.Takes initiative and actively seeks to deepen current donor relationships and forge new ones.Effective use of a customer relationship management system to grow and manage prospects and donors.Skilled in creating powerful, compelling written and oral communications for fundraising, as well as experience and credibility when presenting to external audiences.Ability to convey complex ideas through brief, simple materials.Effective at working with others – internal and external – to reach common goals and objectives.Strong understanding of fundraising best practices and principles.Excellent relationship-building, communication, and interpersonal skills.Strategic thinking and analytical abilities.Ability to motivate and inspire a team. Proven success in developing and promoting talent.Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.Commitment to the organization's nonpartisan journalistic mission.Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position will depend on experience. The minimum is $200,000. This job is full-time and includes the following benefits:Medical, vision and dental insuranceCell phone stipend20 days of paid time off each year12 paid holidaysUp to 16 weeks of paid family leave plus four weeks of additional job protectionAnnual 401(k) match of $2,000Remote working flexibilityLocation
This position is located in Austin, Texas, at our headquarters, just blocks from the Capitol. The CDGO will be expected to have a regular presence in the office, but flexibility to work remotely is a company standard.To Apply
Submit your application 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.
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