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

• Do you have a passion for UNL, and the impact higher education has to transform lives?
• 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 want to be a world-class fundraising professional?
• Are you inspired by the mission of the University of Nebraska Foundation and looking to make a difference in the lives of others?

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. This position would provide you with the opportunity to raise funds for the College of Education and Human Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In this role, you will get to work with supportive alumni and friends of UNL and support a college that is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals, families, schools and communities and strengthening the relationships among them.

As the Director of Development, College of Education and Human Sciences, you will plan and implement major gift fundraising strategies including identification, cultivation, and stewardship of major gift donors. You can expect to directly communicate with campus leadership and be a part of collaboratively establishing fundraising priorities and strategy.

Who we want:

• Confident, genuine, and successful fundraising professionals.
• Communicators who are driven and energized by the opportunity to connect with people.
• Relationally talented individuals who can make authentic connections and facilitate meaningful conversations with a wide variety of people.
• Hard workers who want to make a difference.
• Purpose driven individuals who are inspired by what they can achieve and understand that ultimately their impact is bigger than themselves.
• Self-motivated professionals who can work independently as well as be a supportive team member.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 1-3 years’ experience in development or a related field with transferrable skills.
• Fundraising, business development and/or sales experience preferred.
• The ability to travel based on position needs.
• Strong oral and written 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 through education, research, and philanthropy.
• This position will report to our Lincoln, NE office, and will require flexibility to work both onsite as well as remote, on a regular basis.
• 12 paid holidays and generous vacation time.
• University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.
• 12 weeks of paid medical leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
• An award-winning wellness program.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth.
• Recognized by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America’s favorite charities.

The University of Nebraska Foundation grows relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. The foundation is ranked among the top 25 public U.S. universities in endowed assets and transfers about $200 million a year to the university and its affiliates. More than 99% of foundation assets are restricted to a specific use.

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.