Development Officer I, Strategic Partnership and Revenue Development (TEMP)

Texas A&M University System • Prairie View, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Development Officer I will help advance KPVU Radio's long-term financial sustainability by cultivating strategic partnerships, corporate sponsorships, underwriting, philanthropic support, and new revenue opportunities that expand the station's impact throughout Prairie View A&M University and the surrounding community. This individual will work under general supervision of the Station Manager and help position KPVU as a financially sustainable public media organization while expanding the station’s role throughout Prairie View A&M University’s sesquicentennial celebration and beyond. This position will be for a six-month period. The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No prior experience required.
• Knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work in an environment of constant demands and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of a new strategy of identifying new sources of underwriting, sponsorship, grants, philanthropic gifts and corporate partnerships.
• Leveraging Prairie View A&M University's Sesquicentennial (150th Anniversary) to cultivate strategic partnerships and sponsorship opportunities that support KPVU's special programming, live events, digital storytelling initiatives, and community engagement while establishing long-term funding relationships beyond the anniversary celebration.
• Collaborate with University Advancement, Marketing & Communications, Alumni Relations, Athletics, and other campus partners to strengthen fundraising efforts, expand community engagement, and identify opportunities for institutional and philanthropic support.
• Build and manage a robust corporate underwriting pipeline for KPVU's on-air broadcast, livestream, website, mobile application, podcasts, digital content, and emerging multimedia platforms.
• Develop strategic partnerships with local, regional, and national organizations that align with KPVU's mission, including opportunities through the station's collaboration with the Black Public Radio Network and other public media initiatives.
• Identify and pursue grant opportunities, major gifts, sponsorships, and corporate investments that enhance KPVU's role as Prairie View A&M University's public media and digital storytelling destination.
• Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns, special events, donor cultivation activities, and community outreach initiatives designed to increase financial support and public awareness of KPVU.
• Track fundraising performance, partnership activity, and revenue goals while providing monthly reports and recommendations to station leadership to support informed decision-making and sustainable growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level