General Manager - Heartfelt Radio

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The General Manager (GM) of Heartfelt Radio (WKJA) provides visionary, strategic, and operational leadership to fulfill the stations mission of Christ-centered broadcasting. As a ministry of Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM), WKJA exists to uplift, inform, and encourage listeners through faith-based content and community engagement.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Organizational Effectiveness, the GM is responsible for the overall direction, operation, financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, staff development, and public representation of WKJA and its affiliated platforms. This role ensures that all activities and messaging remain mission-focused, audience-driven, and aligned with CHM's core values of service, faith, and excellence.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Compensation based on experience.
• Faith and purpose-based career opportunity!
• Fully paid health benefits
• Retirement and Life Insurance
• 12 paid holidays PLUS birthday
• Lunch is provided DAILY.
• Professional Development
• Paid Training

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide Christ-centered, servant leadership to radio staff and volunteers.
• Foster an environment of spiritual growth, teamwork, and professional development.
• Oversee HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluation, and volunteer management.
• Nurture a positive, mission-driven culture aligned with CHM values.

2. Regulatory & Legal Compliance

• Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations (FCC, FAA, copyright/licensing, etc.).
• Maintain thorough documentation and readiness for audits, inspections, or reviews.
• Collaborate with CHM finance to develop and manage the stations annual operating budget.
• Ensure responsible and transparent use of financial resources in accordance with ministry policies.

4. Funding & Donor Development

• Design and implement a comprehensive annual funding strategy.
• Cultivate and steward individual donors, sponsors, and philanthropic partners.
• Lead fundraising campaigns and special events, including Shar-A-Thons and seasonal appeals.

5. Marketing, Promotion & Public Relations

• Oversee WKJAs branding, promotional content, and public messaging across all media.
• Organize and lead community engagement events, station tours, and outreach efforts.
• Serve as the public face of WKJA at events and in media appearances.

6. Strategic Partnerships & Underwriting

• Establish and grow underwriting partnerships with businesses, churches, and ministries.
• Manage sponsorship contracts in accordance with FCC guidelines.
• Maintain relationships with national program producers and negotiate broadcast agreements.

7. Programming Oversight

• Lead programming strategy, format development, and music selection to meet audience and ministry goals.
• Supervise on-air staff, develop content schedules, and ensure high-quality broadcasting.
• Align programming with the station's mission and listener needs.

8. Organizational Representation

• Represent WKJA and CHM in public, denominational, industry, and community settings with integrity and professionalism.
• Serve as an on-air personality as needed to maintain strong community connection and visibility.

9. Additional Duties

• Fulfill other duties as assigned by CHM Executive Leadership to support the mission of Christian Healthcare Ministries and the growth of WKJA.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Business, Ministry Leadership, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in radio/media management or equivalent leadership role.
• Experience in donor development, budget management, and regulatory compliance strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Deep understanding of Christian broadcasting and ministry-focused communication.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of FCC and other relevant media regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in radio operations, media platforms, and public engagement strategies.
• Commitment to CHMs Statement of Beliefs and mission.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Servant-hearted and spiritually mature Christian.
• Visionary leader with high integrity and accountability.
• Relational, collaborative, and adaptable.
• Strategic thinker with strong decision-making capabilities.
• Passionate about media ministry and community impact.

About Christian Healthcare Ministries

Founded in 1981, Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) is a health care sharing ministry for Christians. CHM is a nonprofit, voluntary cost-sharing ministry through which participating Christians meet each others medical bills. The mission of CHM is to glorify God, show Christian love, and experience Gods presence as Christians share each others medical bills.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Production

• Industries

  Religious Institutions and Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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