"Director of Development"

Hiring Department

Journalism Enhancing Programs

Job Description

Investigative Reporters and Editors, a $3.5 million educational nonprofit dedicated to fostering excellence in investigative journalism, and the largest journalism organization in the nation, is seeking a Director of Development with a passion for journalism and experience in fundraising.

This person is responsible for planning and executing new and existing fundraising initiatives to advance the IRE mission and expand our impact.

He/she/they drives growth in institutional funding by researching and identifying new grant opportunities, including foundations as well as accepted commercial entities; leads all aspects of sponsorship and exhibitor/recruiter solicitation for IRE’s three annual conferences and works with established supporters and new prospects to meet budget goals; and cultivates and stewards meaningful, long-term relationships with IRE donors and funders, including for major gifts, the annual end-of-year campaign and legacy giving.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter, organized and creative, but also enjoy working as part of a collegial team, dedicated to serving our members and protecting the First Amendment. We need someone who's eager to talk about why journalism is vital to democracy and why our work deserves support.

The Director of Development works with key staff members to meet strategic goals, and maintains productive working relationships with colleagues, IRE members and the IRE Board of Directors as well as our external partners.

The Director of Development is an employee of the University of Missouri with full benefits. This is a remote working position.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6 p.m. Some nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

At least three years of direct experience in journalism and two years in fundraising.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000/annual

Grade: 012

University Title: Administrative Consultant II

Application Materials

Cover letter, resume, and list of three references

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.