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University of Nebraska Foundation · 8 hours ago

Assistant Vice President of Central Development

positionLincoln, NE
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityDirector/Executive
date10+ years exp

The University of Nebraska Foundation is dedicated to supporting the University of Nebraska and its mission to change lives. The Assistant Vice President of Central Development will serve as a fundraising engagement strategist, fostering relationships and overseeing initiatives that drive fundraising success across the university system.

CharityGiftHigher Education

Responsibilities

Provide strategic guidance and programs to foundation and university partners on systemwide initiatives
Lead the development and implementation of standardized processes ensuring consistent donor experience
Oversee teams with strong internal service expectations, ensuring campus priorities are understood and expertise is leveraged to drive fundraising success
Serve as a strategist behind advancement training programs
Collaborate with foundation and university leadership to develop innovative ideas for securing private resources from corporations for significant funding priorities
Manage a portfolio of select major gift prospects with system-wide interests to engage, solicit, and steward gifts that benefit the University of Nebraska

Qualification

Fundraising experienceStrategic leadershipDonor relationsProject managementEmotional intelligenceAnalytical skillsCuriosityCommunicationTeam collaborationIntegrity

Required

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Minimum Experience: 10 years of experience in advancement, development, donor relations, or a related executive role in a non-profit field
5+ years of management experience
Demonstrated leadership skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strategic, analytical skills with the ability to bring solutions
Possesses emotional intelligence and strong strategic leadership presence
Proven fundraising experience at a major gift level or above
Discretion in handling confidential matters
Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork

Preferred

Preferred Education: Master's Degree

Benefits

Ongoing learning and development 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.

Company

University of Nebraska Foundation

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University of Nebraska Foundation engages in managing resources and donor funds to support the University of Nebraska and its affiliates.
dateFounded in 1936
location
Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://nufoundation.org/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Brian Hastings
President and CEO
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Troy Wilhelm
Chief Financial Officer
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