Vice President, Development

Lehigh Valley Public Media • Bethlehem, PA

12h

About The Position

Lehigh Valley Public Media (LVPM) is seeking a Vice President of Development to lead its fundraising strategy. This role involves building relationships with individuals, businesses, and philanthropic partners to secure support for LVPM's mission. The VP will focus on growing philanthropy, major gifts, corporate partnerships, and member engagement. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and relationship builder who can cultivate donors, develop partnerships, coach a team, and strengthen development operations. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of community-powered public media in the Lehigh Valley.

Requirements

• At least eight (8) years of progressive fundraising leadership in nonprofit, public media, higher education, arts and culture, or another community-focused organization.
• A demonstrated record of securing major gifts and developing corporate partnerships.
• Experience leading and developing teams, particularly during periods of growth or organizational change.
• Strong knowledge of CRM systems, segmentation, pipeline management, and development operations.
• Exceptional relationship building, communication, and storytelling skills.
• The ability to translate ideas and opportunities into strategies, systems, and results.
• Comfort using data and analytics to inform fundraising and donor engagement.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Nice To Haves

• A master’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Philanthropy & Major Gifts: Build and execute a strategic, data-informed fundraising plan; grow and manage relationships with major donors, foundations, and philanthropic partners; develop cultivation and stewardship strategies; partner with the President & CEO and Board on donor cultivation.
• Grow Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships: Develop integrated partnership and sponsorship opportunities across LVPM's platforms; build strong relationships with business and community leaders; grow multi-year partnerships.
• Strengthen Membership: Lead the evolution of LVPM’s membership program; connect membership strategies with LVPM’s programming and engagement; use data to strengthen acquisition, retention, and engagement.
• Lead the Team & Build the Operation: Lead and develop a high-performing team; establish clear goals and professional development for the team; improve CRM, pipeline management, reporting, KPIs, and stewardship practices; collaborate across LVPM to connect community impact with philanthropy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive