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University of Nebraska Foundation · 3 weeks ago

Director of Donor Relations & Events

Omaha, NE

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

The University of Nebraska Foundation is committed to changing lives and saving lives by growing relationships and resources. This role involves leading the donor events team, providing strategic oversight for donor experiences, and managing logistics for various events across the University of Nebraska system.

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Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop the donor events team responsible for donor engagement strategies and signature events across the University of Nebraska system

Provide strategic vision and oversight to ensure all donor experiences align with foundation and university goals, stewardship standards, and campaign priorities

Work closely with campus fundraisers, c-suite executives, and other foundational colleagues in strategizing and creating a world-class donor experience

Manage logistics for donor events including desired outcome or theme, budget, invitation management, registrations, catering, and décor

Prepare evaluation and donor event follow-up materials as needed

Qualification

Donor engagementEvents managementTeam leadershipStrategic planningData analysisCommunication skillsProblem-solvingAdaptabilityTeamwork

Required

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree required

Minimum Experience: 7-10 years of progressive experience in donor engagement, events management, advancement, or related fields

Proven experience leading teams, managing direct reports, and developing staff

Demonstrated success overseeing complex events, donor experiences, or high-level institutional functions

Experience collaborating with senior leaders or executive-level partners

Ability to coordinate and manage a variety of projects and programs simultaneously

Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills

Discretion in handling and navigating confidential matters

Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork

Preferred

Preferred Education: Degree in communications, journalism, public relations, hospitality, restaurant and tourism management. Master's degree preferred

Preferred Experience: Experience using data to measure effectiveness, create dashboards, or guide strategy. Experience in higher education or at a nonprofit