Manager, Engagement Center - University of Nebraska Foundation

POSITION: Manager, Engagement Center at University of Nebraska Foundation

DEPARTMENT: Legends College

REPORTS TO: Director, Collegiate Partnerships

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350 iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters.

Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

GLOBAL SALES

A true partnership on every level. That’s what Legends forges with each and every team, stadium, athletic director, and owner we serve to strengthen sales and partnership results as a team effort. As an extension of your team, our sales experts work diligently with your management and staff to create solutions and programs that are always fully custom to your needs and goals. Look to us to delve deep to understand your values, your market and your target audience – help you solve problems and ultimately deliver the right game plan to drive your organization forward.

THE ROLE

The Manager, Engagement Center – Nebraska is principally responsible for the day-to-day management of the partnership between Legends and the University of Nebraska Foundation. This role is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to achieve and exceed the stated goals of the partnership as it relates to donor participation, retention, and engagement. This critical role will be focused on developing innovative approaches to connecting constituents with causes and funds that matter to most. Audience segmentation strategies are key to sharing meaningful messaging and content through the right channels to move constituents through the engagement continuum. . To accomplish this, the Manager will help shape our vision and execution for data enrichment, data segmentation, content creation and distribution, while tracking and reporting on KPIs to measure success.

ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hire, train and manage student fundraisers
• Partner with Marketing Manager on content strategies to support Engagement Center objectives
• Model projections, monitor metrics and communicate results
• Optimize strategies and adapt to maximize success
• Manage day-to-day maintenance of Vanillasoft, our fundraising CRM and outreach platform
• Attend meetings with the Foundation on weekly, biweekly, quarterly & annual basis
• Collaborate & strategize with Foundation staff on organization-wide efforts like campus giving days
• Understand UNF fundraising strategies to ensure alignment with the Engagement Center’s one-to-one approach
• Establish and enhance a positive and encouraging team culture and professional development plan
• Connect with fundraising professionals to share best-practices and learnings

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrated communication, collaboration, and team skills
• Proven ability to balance complex and often competing priorities
• Ability to thrive in an environment with high expectations for results
• A passion for marketing content and how it builds awareness and educates on the impact of philanthropy
• Proficiency in basic software programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with CRM systems
• Call center experience preferred but not mandatory
• This role is in-person at the Wick Alumni Center in Lincoln, NE
• The position requires the ability to work outside typical 8am-5pm business hours based on fundraising events and initiatives

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE     

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of fundraising/engagement management experience, or equivalent experience

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, opportunity to earn potential year-end bonus based on performance, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site – University of Nebraska

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.