Workplace Type: Onsite
Employment Type: FT
Job Location: Barberton, OH
Position Summary
The Listener Engagement Specialist is a person of integrity who loves the Lord, people,
and Heartfelt Radio. He/She is a motivated go-getter passionate about the station and works
diligently to connect with donors and the right people at area churches, para-church ministries,
and businesses to engage their prayerful and financial support. This tenacious ambassador
for Heartfelt Radio is not a novice, but a proven fundraiser who will be rewarded financially as
goals are achieved.
Essential Job Functions
• Reports to the General Manager.
• Identifies potential donors, sponsors, and grants to aggressively grow revenue for WKJA.
• Creates marketing and promotional activities at area events and oversees use of the
WKJA Event Trailer.
• Organize campaigns to acquire listeners and donors, leading to increased donations.
• Develop sponsorship opportunities with area churches/ministries, businesses, and
listeners.
• Nurtures relationships with sponsors, donors, and ministries for the sustainability and
growth of Heartfelt Radio.
• Maintains an accurate database of listener and donor contacts, as well as progress with
sponsors and churches/ministries.
Responsibilities
• Develops fundraising strategies aligned with a biblical philosophy.
• Cultivates relationships with new listeners, encouraging them to become donors.
• Converts occasional donors into recurring donors to increase revenue.
• Engages high-end donors for large, memorial, and legacy gifts.
• Maintains regular communication with all listeners and donors.
• Implements fundraising strategies, including:
o Annual Harvest Time Fundraiser
o On-air and off-air promotions (within FCC and station guidelines)
o Direct mail, email, newsletters, and digital promotions
o Day sponsorships, print materials, and social media
o Heartfelt Radio website and community events
Sponsor Relations
• Develop sponsorship packages in alignment with Management’s goals and FCC
regulations.
• Increase station funding through sponsorship opportunities.
• Nurture ongoing relationships with sponsors for mutual benefit.
Church & Parachurch Relations
• Build and maintain relationships with area pastors and ministry leaders.
• Strengthen partnerships between ministries and Heartfelt Radio to reach NE Ohio for
Christ.
• Work toward incorporation of Heartfelt Radio in church missions’ budgets.
General Responsibilities
• Fulfill goals set by the General Manager.
• Assist the General Manager with other assigned duties.
Education, Experience & Skills Required
• Minimum five years in major/planned giving, with a strong drive to increase WKJA
revenue.
• Understands donor interests and fosters strong connections with the media ministry.
• Actively listens and enthusiastically promotes the station’s mission and programming.
• Works effectively with diverse groups and across denominational lines.
• Creative, goal-oriented, and skilled in motivating others.
• Manages multiple projects under deadlines while staying calm under pressure.
• Handles confidential information with professionalism.
• Strong grammar, writing, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Teams, Excel, PowerPoint), financial software, social media,
and blogging.
• Collaborates well, makes sound decisions, and adapts to change.
• Ready to assist, seek guidance, and learn new processes.
• Maintains a clean driving record.
Other Functions
• Faith-Driven – Prays for God’s guidance and leads others to Christ.
• Accountable – Provides regular updates on projects and opportunities to the GM.
• Ethical & Professional – Upholds Christian values, CHM guidelines, and legal business
standards.
• Compliance-Oriented – Adheres to CHM policies and employee handbook regulations.
• Flexible Schedule – Willing to work extended hours and attend weekend events as
needed.
Working Conditions
• Travel up to 50% locally.
• Will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.