Assistant Director of Affinity Alumni Engagement

By providing strategic engagement to the University of Nebraska at Omaha Alumni, help enable the University of Nebraska Foundation to change lives and save lives.

• Are you an alumnus of the University of Nebraska at Omaha who is passionate and appreciative of the impact the University has on Omaha and beyond?
• Are you looking for a highly collaborative, friendly and interconnected team?
• Are you a go-getter who enjoys creatively solving problems and creating new ways of engagement?
• Are you inspired by the mission of the University of Nebraska Foundation and want to make a difference in the lives of others?
• Do you have the emotional intelligence and authenticity to meaningfully connect with people to build long-term relationships on behalf of the University?

If so, we invite you to apply for one of these exciting opportunities!

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.

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. In addition to joining our talented team of development professionals, successful candidates will have the opportunity to be part of an innovative advancement program that will change the face of major gift officer training. This position will play a key role in donor pipeline management and development through identifying major gift leads by focusing on developing the next generation of donors.

Ways you will make an impact:

• Strategically develop, implement, and grow UNO alumni engagement events and programs for affinity groups in Omaha.
• Foster engagement, networking, and opportunity among UNO alumni, the University, and the University of Nebraska Foundation.
• Creatively engage alumni through the Maverick Network by creating content and digital communication strategies connecting alumni-to-alumni and cultivating alumni-student mentorships.
• Assist in creating giving day engagement strategies for affinity and community groups.
• Support other UNOAA events, programs, and priorities as needed.

Who we want:

• Compassionate communicators who are driven and energized by the opportunity to build trusted relationships.

• Relationally talented and collaborative individuals who can make authentic connections and facilitate meaningful conversations with a wide variety of people.
• Driven and organized individuals who can manage their time well to exceed established goals and intended outcomes.
• Self-motivated, disciplined professionals with an unceasing “can do” attitude.
• Energetic learners who are inquisitive and desire to continually grow in their career.

What you need:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum Experience: 1-3 years’ experience in marketing, business, sales, customer service or another related field. Preferred Experience: Experience with event planning, Microsoft Office products, and database management programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and organizational skills, as well as the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic.
• Ability to handle confidential material responsibly and interact professionally with a wide spectrum of individuals.
• Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork.

What we offer:

• This position will work in our Omaha office. We offer flexibility for hybrid work. This position will require some evenings and weekends.
• Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth.
• An award-winning wellness program.
• 12 weeks of paid medical leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
• 12 paid holidays and generous vacation time.
• A generous retirement match and multiple incentive compensation programs.
• University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.

Who we are:

• Recognition by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America’s Favorite Charities.
• Founded in 1936, the University of Nebraska Foundation provides support for the campuses in the university system — the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine.
• Among public universities, the University of Nebraska ranks in the top 25 nationally for both funds raised and endowed assets under management.
• The foundation has a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, raising more than $7 for every $1 spent.
• Winner of Gallup’s Don Clifton Strengths-Based Culture Award.
• Winner of the Governor’s Harvester Wellness Award, the highest honor for corporate wellness.

The University of Nebraska Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a work environment free from discrimination and harassment where all employees feel respected and valued. We will consider all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.

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