May 1st, 2026
Atlanta Educ. Telecomm. Collab
Job Description
Position salary range: 85000 - 100000 / Yearly Salary
About the Organization
WABE is Atlanta’s choice for NPR, PBS, and local news and storytelling.
We inform, inspire, reflect, and empower greater Atlanta to drive community belonging, stoke civic participation, and advance equity.
WABE is a nonprofit public media service broadcasting and streaming via:
WABE 90.1 FM
WABE TV
WABE.org
Numerous podcasts and digital offerings
For more information on broadcast services, programming, and opportunities, please visit:
Job Description
Position
Major Gifts Officer
Reports To
Executive Vice President, Membership & Development
Position Summary
The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for the strategic identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual prospects with capacity at the $1,000–$25,000+ level.
The position manages a portfolio of prospects and works collaboratively across the organization to build upon WABE’s fundraising success.
Accountabilities
Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gift prospects throughout all phases of the fundraising cycle, focusing on donors with the capacity to make gifts of $1,000–$25,000 and above
Develop and manage a portfolio of prospects and maintain active efforts to evaluate prospects identified through fieldwork, screening, and research
Develop, execute, and lead strategies for involvement, cultivation, and solicitation of single- and multi-interest donors
Utilize clear and effective language skills to gather qualification information and invite prospects into collaborative discussions
Maintain a disciplined approach to confirming proposal details verbally with prospects by asking clarifying questions
Ensure that donor conversations are grounded in both the measurable and emotional impact gifts can have on organizational priorities
Strategically utilize resources for cultivation and solicitation
Collaborate with higher-level WABE staff and effectively leverage donor stories to illustrate how others partner with WABE
Demonstrate sound judgment and predict how decisions will affect individuals and groups across the organization
Develop strategies to build support for organizational decisions
Develop thoughtful stewardship plans for key donors, including:
High-level impact reports
Dedications
Special events
Maintain a focus on re-qualifying donors as they move from stewardship back into active donor engagement
Assist with planning and executing cultivation events and programs
Maintain a robust knowledge of organization-wide funding priorities and general program priorities
Assist leadership in recognizing and prioritizing institutional and departmental funding needs
Stay informed regarding organizational priorities, programs, personalities, and events
Facilitate collaboration among various functional and stakeholder groups
Maintain active communication with fellow development officers to coordinate prospect activity and make and receive referrals
Demonstrate sophisticated understanding of the organization and effectively communicate its greatest needs, top priorities, and practices
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Skills
Three to six years of fundraising experience, preferably in leadership annual giving or major gifts within higher education or public radio
Must be willing to travel
Ability to understand the needs and interests of leadership and prospects and align them with WABE priorities
Interest in public media and dedication to promoting WABE’s fundraising priorities
Demonstrated high probability of gift closure
Strong collaborative abilities and enthusiasm for teamwork
Significant experience staffing major gift volunteers; campaign volunteer management preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, complex fundraising activities simultaneously
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates active listening skills
High level of creativity, initiative, and motivation
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding prospects and donors
Desired Attributes and Traits
Collaborating with Others
Ability to work collaboratively, both formally and informally, within one’s team and across the organization.
Goal & Task Management
Ability to prioritize and coordinate tasks while managing deadlines, multiple projects, and both short- and long-term objectives.
Curiosity & Information Seeking
Possesses genuine curiosity about people and the ability to go beyond routine questions to understand an individual's capacity, affinity, and inclination.
Decisiveness & Judgment
Uses sound judgment to make timely decisions in complex situations without established procedures.
Ability to Influence
Ability to persuade others and use indirect influence effectively.
Flexibility
Adapts effectively to varying situations and individuals and adjusts tactics appropriately.
Dealing with Ambiguity
Makes decisions with limited information and anticipates the impact of change while helping others adapt smoothly.
Expressing Ideas Orally and in Writing
Communicates ideas, thoughts, and information effectively and persuasively.
Listening
Acts as an active listener, establishes rapport, and understands underlying messages.
Organizational Awareness
Understands organizational relationships and dynamics and leverages networks and alliances to achieve objectives.
Leadership
Effectively manages and guides group efforts and actively develops motivational strategies.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Requirements may include:
Sitting or standing as needed
Walking on level surfaces for periodic periods throughout the day
Reaching above shoulder height and below the waist
Lifting up to five pounds
Filing documents or storing materials throughout the workday
Using proper lifting techniques
Work is performed in a traditional office environment with standard lighting, temperatures, and office equipment.
Candidates must:
Be willing to work in a hybrid environment
Provide their own transportation to the station
Occasionally work evenings and weekends to support departmental events or high-volume periods such as membership campaigns
Equal Opportunity Employment
AETC is an equal opportunity employer.
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