Description

Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) is hiring a Development Associate. The ideal candidate should be relationship-driven, detailed 
oriented, and committed to ensuring supporters are meaningfully engaged, appropriately acknowledged, and consistently 
valued, informed and connected to the mission and impact of GPB. The Development Associate plays a key role in advancing 
the organization’s fundraising efforts by strengthening a culture of philanthropy through thoughtful donor stewardship and 
relationship management. The candidate also must embody emotional intelligence; strategic thinking with a strong execution 
focus; discretion and professionalism in handling donor information; initiative and adaptability; and commitment to mission
driven work. The Development Associate will report to the Director of Philanthropy. GPB is a statewide dual licensee comprised 
of 9 PBS television stations and 22 NPR radio stations that broadcast across the state of Georgia.  

Candidate Responsibilities: 
Develop and implement individualized stewardship plans to ensure consistent, meaningful engagement 
Coordinate timely and thoughtful donor communications, including acknowledgments, impact reports, and personalized 
outreach and track donor interactions and maintain accurate records in the CRM system 
Partner with senior development staff to execute stewardship strategies and campaigns for major donors 
Assist in identifying new major gift prospects for Prospect Researcher. 
Support cultivation efforts, including planning donor visits, events, and engagement opportunities; and participate in 
donor visits as appropriate, and assist in solicitation efforts 
Prepare briefing materials, proposals, and follow-up communications for donor meetings 
Help manage the major gift pipeline, ensuring timely movement of prospects through each stage 
Assist with and/or manage donor cultivation and stewardship events, including small gatherings, briefings, and 
recognition opportunities 
Coordinate event logistics, invitations, guest lists, and follow-up communications 
Partner with development and program staff to ensure events align with strategic fundraising goals and deliver 
meaningful donor experiences 
Support post-event stewardship to reinforce relationships and advance donor engagement 
Work closely with program staff to gather impact stories and outcomes for donor communications 
Collaborate with marketing/communications to align messaging and materials 
Support development initiatives that enhance donor engagement 

Candidate Qualifications: 
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in fundraising, sales, relationship management, or a related field and/or any 
equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for 
this job. 
Minimum of 2+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, relationship management.  
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to build authentic relationships 
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines 
Experience with Raiser’s Edge CRM or similar, and cloud-based development tools preferred   
Demonstrated interest in nonprofit development and philanthropy 
Ability to work a flexible schedule, to include nights, weekends, and holidays.  
We Offer: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, retirement plans; Pre-tax benefits for health, dental, vision, life, specified illness and 
accidental insurance; Health and childcare spending accounts; Disability insurance; and opportunities for training and professional 
development.