Development Officer , Strategic Partnership and Revenue Development; TEMP

The Development Officer I will help advance KPVU Radio's long-term financial sustainability by cultivating strategic partnerships, corporate sponsor ships, underwriting, philanthropic support, and new revenue opportunities that expand the station's impact throughout Prairie View A&M University and the surrounding community. This individual will work under general supervision of the Station Manager and help position KPVU as a financially sustainable public media organization while expanding the station’s role throughout Prairie View A&M University’s sesquicentennial celebration and beyond.

This position will be for a six-month period.  
*** The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.
***** Responsibilities:*
* * Development and implementation of a new strategy of identifying new sources of underwriting, sponsorship, grants, philanthropic gifts and corporate partnerships.
* Leveraging Prairie View A&M University's Sesquicentennial (150th Anniversary) to cultivate strategic partnerships and sponsorship opportunities that support KPVU's special programming, live events, digital storytelling initiatives, and community engagement while establishing long-term funding relationships beyond the anniversary celebration.
* Collaborate with University Advancement, Marketing & Communications, Alumni Relations, Athletics, and other campus partners to strengthen fundraising efforts, expand community engagement, and identify opportunities for institutional and philanthropic support.
* Build and manage a robust corporate underwriting pipeline for KPVU's on-air broadcast, livestream, website, mobile application, podcasts, digital content, and emerging multimedia platforms.
* Develop strategic partnerships with local, regional, and national organizations that align with KPVU's mission, including opportunities through the station's collaboration with the Black Public Radio Network and other public media initiatives.
* Identify and pursue grant opportunities, major gifts, sponsor ships, and corporate investments that enhance KPVU's role as Prairie View A&M University's public media and digital storytelling destination.
* Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns, special events, donor cultivation activities, and community outreach initiatives designed to increase financial support and public awareness of KPVU.
* Track fundraising performance, partnership activity, and revenue goals while providing monthly reports and recommendations to station leadership to support informed decision-making and sustainable growth.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** Required

Education and Experience:

*** Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* No prior experience required.
** Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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* * Knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications.
* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
* Ability to work in an environment of constant demands and frequent interruptions.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.  
** Job Posting Close Date:
*** 10/14/2026  
** Required Attachments:
** Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
* Resume or Curriculum Vitae
* Cover Letter  
** Application Submission Guidelines:
** All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, Higher Ed Jobs , etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.  The required documents listed in the above  Required Attachments  section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted.

Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at  or jobs should you need assistance with the online application process.