PpStatus: Open /ppType: Employment /ppOrganisation: Columbia University /ppDeadline: Ongoing /ppLocation: New York /ph3Role /h3pThe Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University is looking for an Executive Director of the Knight-Bagehot Fellowship Program in Economics and Business Journalism. The Executive Director oversees the preeminent fellowship for mid-career journalists devoted to the study of business and economics. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliSet and drive the Fellowship’s strategic direction, with accountability for program growth, relevance, and institutional impact. Serve as a key institutional voice in shaping the future of business journalism, both within Columbia and nationally. /liliDevelop and execute a strategic recruitment plan to attract and select the nation’s top journalists for the Knight-Bagehot Fellowship program. Oversee recruitment and selection strategy to maintain the Fellowship’s position as the premier program for mid-career journalists. /liliExercise full responsibility for budget planning, resource allocation, and long-term financial sustainability. Oversee endowment stewardship and develop multi-year revenue and fundraising strategies. /liliLead all major fundraising efforts, including donor cultivation, major gifts, and strategic campaigns. Responsible for fundraising and soliciting donations to sustain and grow the program. /liliExecute an annual Fundraising dinner and manage ongoing donor relationships. Develop other forms of revenue for the program. /liliDesign educational programs for journalism fellows specializing in business, including public events and weekly seminars with media and business leaders. Advise and mentor fellows. /liliEnsure continued competitiveness and national leadership of the Fellowship. Strengthen the Fellowship’s national profile and influence within journalism, media, and business communities. /liliSet the vision for the Fellowship’s academic experience in collaboration with senior faculty and University leadership. Ensure the program remains competitive, innovative, and aligned with evolving industry needs. /li /ulh3Minimum Qualifications /h3ulliBachelor’s Degree /liliMinimum 8-10 years’ related experience /liliExperience working in journalism, media, entrepreneurial and/or non-profit enterprises. /liliExperience designing and managing journalism fellowships and awards; experience in career development programs for students; producing educational seminars and public events; experience with foundations and program /li /ulh3Preferred Qualifications /h3ulliAdvanced degree preferred. /liliDemonstrated achievement and the highest professional reputation in business and economics journalism. /liliExperience managing administrative staff and reporters. /liliBroad personal contacts within the world of journalism and business. /liliExperience planning large public-facing events including working with event coordinators, venues and talent. /liliExcellent communication skills and mentoring experience with mid-career journalists. /liliBroad understanding of the MBA curriculum and the skills needed to succeed in business school. /liliDemonstrated ability to manage budgets within a large organization. /liliExperience working with an advisory board including recruitment of members, management of the board roles, setting up regular meetings and communicating with the members. /liliFund-raising experience including seeking grants, sponsorships, naming rights, managing campaigns and events, and developing new sources of revenue. /li /ulh3How to apply /h3pTo apply and find out more about the position, please visit this page. The application period is currently open. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr