Revenue Growth & Strategic Partnerships Director

Jenkins Township, PA

Leonard Workforce Solutions is recruiting a Revenue Growth & Strategic Partnerships Director for my client, WVIA in Jenkins Township, Luzerne County, PA.

***This is a 2-year, grant-funded position. Full-time candidates and independent contractors are encouraged to apply. This position offers a HYBRID work schedule.

About Us:
At WVIA, we’re dedicated to enriching the community through powerful journalism and storytelling. We’re looking for a passionate and dynamic Revenue Growth and Strategic Partnerships Director to drive sustainable support for our News operations. This new, grant-funded role is an exciting opportunity to innovate revenue models, build strategic partnerships, and strengthen community support for local journalism.

What You’ll Do:

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to secure funding for WVIA News through digital revenue, sponsorships, grants, and major gifts.

  • Use data to optimize revenue growth, track performance, and refine fundraising strategies.

  • Cultivate relationships with donors, including C-level executives, and lead donor events.

  • Identify new revenue opportunities and nontraditional fundraising models.

  • Partner with the senior leadership team and collaborate across departments to drive impact and expand audience reach.

  • Manage a portfolio of journalism-focused donors and develop tailored cultivation plans.

Who You Are:

  • 5+ years of experience in digital fundraising, business development, or revenue generation.

  • Proven success in securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and grants.

  • Skilled at using data and analytics to shape revenue strategies.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and influence key stakeholders.

  • A passion for journalism and WVIA’s mission of connecting communities through impactful storytelling.

  • Ability to travel within the WVIA viewing/listening area

  • Possess a passion for non-profit news 

Why WVIA?

  • Shape the future of journalism while working in a creative, mission-driven environment.

  • Competitive compensation with excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision), generous paid time off, 401(k) match, and more.

  • Opportunity to make a tangible impact on the community and the future of local journalism.

  • Excellent compensation and benefits package, including generous paid time off, excellent medical, dental and vision coverage, a retirement plan with a company match, company-paid life and disability insurance, and a comprehensive wellness program.  

*** Interested parties should email their resume and a brief email/note of interest to Bill Leonard at LeonardWorkforceSolutions@gmail.com

STATUS: Recruiting