Director of Development – College of Business Administration

University of Nebraska Foundation Careers•Omaha, NE

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

Be a trusted, strategic, fundraising partner to enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. Are you passionate about UNO, whether as an alumni, fan, or community member, and appreciate the impact the college has on the community? Are you excited to fundraise for a college preparing a new force of leaders to make an impact in their communities and in the global economy? Do you have the drive and desire to partner with professionals and future leaders through the College of Business Administration who are a force for good in Nebraska and beyond? Do you have the vision and executive presence to help college alumni and philanthropic partners fulfill their legacies? Do you have the drive and desire to plan and implement higher education fundraising? Do you have a proven track record of success-driven results, well versed in the best practices of the profession? If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting role! At the University of Nebraska Foundation, we grow relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. We believe that our strong commitment to inclusion and respect is essential to accomplishing this mission through our values of teamwork, integrity, and passion for mission. We invite, explore, and celebrate differences to increase productivity, spark innovation and most importantly, accomplish our mission. In this position, you will have the opportunity to partner directly with the Dean of the College of Business Administration to drive a strategic, high-impact fundraising results to help advance the mission of the College of Business Administration and UNO. You will join the foundation at an exciting time, with the opportunity to make a transformational impact. The foundation is in the public phase of a historic campaign to raise $3 billion to build a better future for Nebraska. The campaign is being led by many enthusiastic volunteers representing all areas of the University of Nebraska System. This position will work in our Omaha office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
1-5 years’ experience in development, fundraising, sales, or a related field with transferable skills.
Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated success in the solicitation of annual and major gifts, or transferable skills.
Ability to coordinate and manage a variety of projects and programs simultaneously.
Discretion in handling and navigating confidential matters.
Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Play a critical role in building a robust community of philanthropic support by partnering with university staff and College of Business Administration administrators, leadership, and faculty.
Plan and implement major gift fundraising strategies, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors.
Foster relationships with alumni, community leaders, and engaged philanthropists to align their philanthropy with the charitable priorities of the College of Business Administration.
Assist in the creation and implementation of the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s overall development strategy.