Kentucky Educational Television, (KET) has the following full-time position opening at its Lexington, Kentucky Network Center:

Corporate Development Officer

KET is Kentucky’s only statewide media organization, serving more than two million people each week with programs and services that educate, inform, and inspire.  In addition to broadcasting PBS programming, KET produces a variety of award-winning local productions and creates high quality, nationally recognized educational resources.  As a member of our team, you’ll help bring learning to life for viewers and users in Kentucky.

Located in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, Lexington is a beautiful and growing community.  Full of charm and hospitality, you’ll find the region offers affordable living, outstanding educational opportunities, and world class sporting events. 

As the Corporate Development Officer, the individual selected for this role will plan and implement all aspects of an integrated fundraising program to secure and grow on-air, digital and community partnerships that advance KET’s mission.

Our ideal Candidate will:

Understand KET’s mission, impact and vision in order to communicate/articulate a case for support.  Stay up to date on product knowledge, needs and changing funding opportunities.

Track and meet monthly and annual revenue goals and expense budgets.  Accountable based on achieving annual fundraising goals.

Balance and/or package multiple funding options that serve both the donor’s and KET’s needs and priorities: on-air, digital, event and education sponsorships; grants and capital campaigns.

Be responsible for continuous strategic planning to add new, rejoin, renew, and upgrade partners, with an emphasis on regional, state and national companies, foundations, non-profits, government entities, and advertising agencies.

Use all available resources, gather and research leads to identify viable donor prospects with the interests, values and giving capacity that align with KET.

Manage, in collaboration with other Commonwealth Fund team members, a network of personal contacts, a designated portfolio of current partners and prospects, and portfolios for leadership.

Strengthen partner relationships throughout the giving cycle, from initiating cold calls, cultivation and solicitation to closing the gift and stewardship. As account manager, includes writing, designing and presenting proposals, acknowledgments and invoicing.  For on-air partners, facilitate production and traffic processes in coordination with KET staff.  Ensure work products are completed accurately and by the deadline.

Be expected to meet a specified number of statewide contacts, face-to-face appointments, solicitations and follow-up.  Provide up-to-date record of activity and research through weekly and monthly progress reports, and ensure contacts are up to date in CRM and file systems.

Secure sponsorships for specified events as needed.  This may include the coordination and engagement of volunteers.

Refine sponsorship benefits and work with KET staff to ensure appropriate donor recognition on all platforms.

Support three Commonwealth Fund boards of directors and their corporate solicitations and initiatives as needed.

Maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with KET staff to help reinforce a culture of philanthropy and advance the common goals of the Fund and KET.

Serve as an ambassador and advocate for KET’s programs and services.

Demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism.

Demonstrate dedication to diversity in areas of responsibility.

Travel and work extended hours as expected.

Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

Successful applicants will have the following minimum qualifications, skills, and experience:

Bachelor’s degree plus at least (2) two years of experience in fundraising, sales or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred.

Demonstrated success in fund raising, sales or resource development.

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Computer proficiency and database management skills.

Self-supporting administrative, marketing and office skills.

Must maintain a valid driver’s license to drive KET vehicles.

Working with KET has its benefits!

KET offers a creative, engaging work environment with opportunities to collaborate and advance professionally.  Additionally, employees are offered paid time off, several health insurance plan selections, and retirement savings options.

The salary for this opportunity is non-commissionable and will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.

Connect with us now by applying at www.ket.org/jobs, and please send questions to jobs@ket.org.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.