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

• Do you have the drive and desire to partner with world-class physicians who are leading the global fight for health security and life-impacting health situations?
• Do you have the vision and executive presence to help grateful patients fulfill their philanthropic desires?
• Do you have a curiosity and appreciation for the practice of medicine and a strong desire to support the next generation of health care heroes at a high-visibility health system and academic medical center?
• Have you been a successful fundraiser, well-versed in the best practices of the profession?
• 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 role!

Nebraska Medicine and their research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research, and extraordinary patient care. People from around the country and the world come for the unique medical expertise available from Nebraska Medicine. Its roots date back to 1869 with the founding of Omaha’s first hospital. In the decades since and in partnership with UNMC, their experts have built an international reputation for breakthroughs in cancer care, organ transplantation and treatment of infectious diseases.

At the University of Nebraska Foundation, we grow relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. You will join the foundation at an exciting time, with the opportunity to make a transformational impact. The foundation recently publicly announced a historic campaign to raise $3 billion from 150,000 donors to build a better future for Nebraska.

As a Director of Development, you will play a critical role in building a robust community of philanthropic support by partnering with physician leadership and their care teams. You will have the opportunity to plan and implement major gift fundraising strategies including identification, cultivation, and stewardship of major gift donors. This is an opportunity to build relationships with health system leaders and work with patients and families to align their philanthropy with charitable priorities at Nebraska Medicine and UNMC.

Who we want:

• Relationally talented individuals to make authentic connections, facilitate meaningful conversations, and provide individual solutions to help generous donors fulfill their philanthropic goals.
• Knowledgeable, trusted advisors who understand academic health sciences, hospital-based fundraising, philanthropy, and the practice of medicine who can work effectively with diverse constituents, including world-class medical professionals.
• Driven individuals who want to make a difference in key areas of health care.
• Compassionate communicators who are driven and energized by the opportunity to connect with others.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 1-5 years’ experience in development, fundraising, sales, account management, talent acquisition or a related field with transferrable skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in the solicitation of annual and major gifts, or transferable skills
• Ability to effectively coordinate and manage a variety of projects and programs simultaneously.
• 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.
• An award-winning wellness program.
• This position will work in our Omaha, NE office. We offer flexibility for hybrid work.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth.
• A generous retirement match and multiple incentive compensation programs.
• 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.
• Recognition by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America’s Favorite Charities.

Who we are:

• 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.
• With a staff of 260 budgeted positions, the foundation has a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, raising $7.13 in gifts for every dollar 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.