Director of Development - UNO College of Arts & Sciences

Be a trusted, strategic, fundraising partner to enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives.

• Do you have a passion for higher education and the difference it can make in people’s lives?
• Do you have the passion for STEM and healthcare workforce in Omaha and Nebraska?
• Do you have outstanding relational and listening skills that allow you to uncover the visions and dreams of donors?
• Do you possess the emotional intelligence and authenticity that it takes to meaningfully connect with people and build long-term relationships on behalf of the University?
• Do you have the vision and executive presence to help college alumni and philanthropic partners fulfill their legacies?
• Have you been a successful fundraiser, well-versed in the best practices of the profession?

If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

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 diversity, equity and inclusion 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.

UNO’s College of Arts and Sciences is a large and diverse college offering undergraduate degrees in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities, along with 30 interdisciplinary minors.  The College of Arts and Sciences is also a leader for the STEM and healthcare workforce pipelines. This role will have the opportunity to interact with a wide and deep group of constituents and alumni whose time, involvement, and philanthropic support have a direct impact on the college and its students. This position will work in our Omaha, NE office. We offer flexibility for hybrid work.

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.

Did you know Only in Nebraska, a Campaign for Our University’s Future…

• Supports our students - The UNO campaign seeks to raise $50 million for new scholarships. Nearly 36% of UNO’s students are the first in their families to attend a university. Half of UNO students require financial assistance.
• Supports transformational research - Private philanthropy made it possible to renovate the Durham Science Center, the home for STEM education at UNO. Updating the building to serve students and faculty in a 21^st-century learning environment.
• Meets Nebraska’s workforce demands - The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to educating Nebraska’s future STEM and healthcare professionals. The college strives to educate and produce excellent and qualified students ready to meet the growing need for healthcare and STEM related fields.

Ways you will make an impact:

• Be responsible for the identification of prospects, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors wishing to support the College of Arts & Sciences.
• Directly partner with deans, faculty/staff, volunteers, and Foundation staff to meet fundraising goals, execute events, and build affinity in support of philanthropic priorities.
• Collaborate with the UNO Advancement Team, as well as the university to increase donor engagement and maximize annual, major, and planned gift potential.
• Be responsible for the data management of a portfolio to ensure accurate prospect tracking.

Who we want:

• Purpose driven individuals who are inspired by what they can achieve and understand that ultimately their impact is bigger than themselves.
• Self-starters who are motivated and undertake tasks on their own initiative.  
• Passionate individuals who are driven by the opportunity to connect with people and understand what motivates donors to invest in the University of Nebraska Omaha and enjoy making the ask for support.
• Fun individuals who thrive off connecting with team members and celebrating successes.
• Organized multi-taskers who desire to achieve excellence and deliver quality.
• Relationally talented professionals with the interpersonal skills to work with a wide variety of people, including colleagues and university personnel.

What you need:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum experience: 1-5 years of experience in development, fundraising, business, non-profit, higher education, or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork.

What we offer:

• Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities that celebrate diversity and encourage 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/affirmative action employer that celebrates, supports, and promotes diversity and inclusion. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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