What's Happening?
THE CITY, a nonprofit newsroom in New York City, is hiring an Associate Director of Development to enhance its fundraising and donor engagement strategies. The role involves managing institutional partnerships, identifying new funding opportunities, and leading impact reporting initiatives. The position requires a development professional with experience in donor communications and institutional fundraising. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Finance and Administration to ensure compliance with grant requirements and deadlines. The role also involves cultivating relationships with institutional donors and supporting membership and major gift initiatives.
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Why It's Important?
The hiring of an Associate Director of Development is a strategic move for THE CITY as it seeks to strengthen its financial sustainability and expand its impact. As a mission-driven newsroom focused on accountability and service journalism, securing diverse funding sources is crucial for its operations. The role is vital in ensuring that THE CITY can continue to deliver in-depth reporting and resources that benefit New Yorkers. By enhancing its fundraising capabilities, THE CITY aims to navigate the challenges faced by local journalism, particularly in an era of declining media revenues and increasing barriers to civic engagement.
