Development Officer, Institutional Giving

Development Officer, Institutional Giving

Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) is one of the nation's premier public radio organizations, producing programming for radio, digital and live audiences. Our mission is to create the future of public media by amplifying voices to inform, include, and inspire. The Institutional Giving team strengthens Minnesota Public Radio | American Public Media ("MPR|APM") by securing and stewarding high-value grantsranging from five to seven figuresfrom foundations, corporations, and government agencies. This team broadens institutional support, deepens relationships with current funders, and identifies new funding opportunities to ensure MPR|APM's growth and sustainability. Your Role The Institutional Giving Development Officer will be integral to securing major grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies to support the mission of MPR|APM. This position requires a strategic leader with a proven ability to cultivate relationships, manage grant proposals, and collaborate across departments to meet MPR|APM funding goals. The Institutional Giving Development Officer will ensure that institutional giving strategies reflect MPR|APM's core values of inclusivity, community engagement, and mission-driven impact.

Expected Compensation Range: $75,000 - $80,000 annualized. Exact salary determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, geographic location and internal equity. Application Process: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Application Deadline: Open until filled Location: St. Paul, MN or Remote USA

Your Responsibilities

1. Institutional Giving Strategy & Relationship Management (40%)
• Secure major gifts and grants from institutional funders, contributing to the research, development and execution of strategies that align with local organizational priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and regional funders, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Assist in the development of strategies to increase institutional support focusing on cultivating and deepening relationships with current and prospective institutional funders.
• Align institutional funding opportunities with the organization's mission and strategic goals, ensuring that funding approaches reflect both the organization's values and the specific needs of communities that MPR/APMG serve.
2. Proposal Development & Grant Management (30%)
• Assist in the preparation, writing, and submission of high-quality grant proposals to local foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Support the full lifecycle of grant management, ensuring compliance with institutional funder requirements and contributing to the stewardship process.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure that proposals, reports, and communications are accurate, persuasive, and aligned with both the organization's priorities and local funder interests.
• Collaborate with finance and grants teams to assist in developing, monitoring, and tracking project budgets to ensure compliance with both internal practices and funder expectations.
• Support post-award activities, including providing updates and reports on the impact and outcomes of funded programs to institutional funders.
3. Cross Departmental Collaboration & Communication (15%)
• Partner with content teams, senior leadership, and other departments to identify and pursue local institutional funding opportunities that align with the organization's priorities.
• Serve as a key point of contact between internal stakeholders and institutional funders, facilitating smooth communication and ensuring alignment between the organization's goals and funder expectations.
• Participate in organizational planning sessions to ensure that institutional giving strategies are integrated into broader fundraising and organizational objectives.
4. Impact Reporting & Stewardship (15%)
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating the impact of funded programs, ensuring that institutional funders receive timely and accurate updates on the outcomes of their investments.
• Support stewardship efforts to maintain strong, long-term relationships with institutional funders, keeping them informed and engaged with the results of their support.
• Advise leadership and internal teams on measuring and reporting program impact to meet the expectations of institutional funders, ensuring compliance with required evaluation practices.

Required Education and Experience

• Preferred bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field (e.g., Nonprofit Management, Non-Profit Studies, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Sociology, Journalism, etc.).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in institutional fundraising, including experience in grant proposal writing, grant and budget management, and managing relationships with institutional funders.
• 4+ years of development experience in securing significant grants from local and national foundations, corporations, and government institutions.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to assist in crafting clear and persuasive proposals and impact reports for institutional funders.
• Project Management: Excellent organizational skills, with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with teams across different departments, ensuring institutional giving strategies align with broader organizational goals.
• Analytical Ability: Strong skills in tracking and analyzing trends in institutional funding, and adjusting strategies as needed to meet organizational goals and local funding priorities.
• Cultural Competence: Ability to engage with diverse audiences within Minnesota and foster an inclusive environment within the organization and in external partnerships.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with donor management software (e.g., Salesforce).
• Knowledge of sectors such as public media, arts, education, or civic engagement in Minnesota.
• Proven experience supporting the achievement of institutional fundraising goals within the local or regional context.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Physical Demands:
• Ability to move about in an office environment, sit for extended periods, and occasionally travel for local meetings and events within Minnesota.
• Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping.
• Working Conditions:
• Moderate noise level in office settings
• Occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditions.
• Occasional travel for meetings and events across Minnesota

APMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical plans with HSA and FSA options, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year, Vacation (3 wks/per year, pro-rated, based on hours worked), Sick time (12 days, pro-rated, based on hours worked), Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year), Volunteer Time (8 hours per year), Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply.