WUSF public media is a leading source of news, information, and cultural enrichment for West Central Florida. We reach over one million people monthly through our NPR news station WUSF 89.7, Classical WSMR 89.1 & 103.9, and an extensive digital presence including live streaming, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. As a department of the University of South Florida, we have a dedicated team of 80 professionals and an annual budget of $10 million. We are deeply committed to building community through trusted journalism, classical music and culture that reflects the world around us. Our professional staff works closely with talented student interns. Our main studios are on the USF Tampa campus, with additional broadcast and production facilities on the USFSM and USFSP campuses.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Development for WUSF Public Media, this position serves as a key member of WUSF's major gifts team by directing the initiatives to inspire support for the Leadership Giving Program, defined as those individuals making gifts of $1,000 and above. The Development Officer coordinates with colleagues to cultivate, solicit, and steward increasingly generous support from hundreds of Cornerstone and Leadership Society donors. The Development Officer serves as liaison for WUSF and WSMR Cornerstone members, coordinates communication and engagement initiatives for Leadership Society and Legacy Society donors to WUSF Public Media.
Manage the processes around the cultivation and solicitation of donors and prospects making annual gifts of $1,000 and above to WUSF . In close cooperation with WUSF major gifts and membership staff, the Development Officer serves as primary liaison for WUSF's Cornerstone and Legacy members. Work closely with Membership to maximize the annual fundraising plan during pledge drives and year round to coordinate activities around cornerstone sustainers, renewals and thank yous. Work effectively in a variety of software systems to drive donor-centered work, especially Salesforce and Ellucian.
Strengthen and proactively manage Leadership, Legacy and Cornerstone donors programs to maximize donor engagement and retention for WUSF through planned and personalized outreach. This work is varied, and deeply collaborative. It involves working closely with the Senior Director of Development and WUSF Major Gifts team, WUSF Special Events and Digital Services staffs, and USF Foundation colleagues in Communications, Annual Giving, Gift Planning and Donor Relations.
Develop and implement materials in support of fundraising activities such as crafting letters, updating brochures, facilitating digital communications, and personalized touch points throughout the year.
Perform other development related duties as assigned by Senior Director of Development.