Regional Director of Development - Los Angeles, United States - University of Nebraska Foundation

University of Nebraska Foundation

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Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Regional Director of Development (Los Angeles)

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Be a trusted, strategic, fundraising partner to enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives._
Does the idea of helping develop a comprehensive, regional development strategy excite you?
Do you have the desire to identify, cultivate, solicit, partner, and steward relationships with major gift donors and prospects, bringing their desired impact and university priorities together?
Are you a vibrant communicator who loves to engage people, build strong partnerships, and promote the leading role the University of Nebraska plays?
Do you love to foster connections and build a philanthropic community united around a shared mission?

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.

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.
_This position will be fully remote working from Los Angeles or surrounding areas._

Ways you will make an impact:

Represent all campuses of the University of Nebraska system in the Los Angeles region building a vibrant and engaged philanthropic community in California.
Qualify, cultivate, and solicit prospective donors with a specific focus on securing major gifts for the Los Angeles region.
Develop and implement a strategy for partnerships with unitbased and/or central development colleagues focused on building community partnerships.
Engage prospects via substantive inperson visits and remote contact, leveraging video technology to enhance connections and major gifts back to the University of Nebraska.
Partner on marketspecific events and small group engagements with advancement colleagues that support donor cultivation, qualification, and stewardship efforts.
Build comprehensive knowledge of top donors, prospects, university/unit activity, and development opportunities in assigned markets.

Who we want:

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Relationally talented individuals to make authentic connections, facilitate meaningful conversations, and provide individual solutions to help generous donors fulfill their philanthropic goals.
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Knowledgeable, trusted advisors who can collaborate effectively with diverse constituents, representing all 4 of our campuses.
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Self-motivated and driven individuals who want to make a difference, committed to a high-volume, persistent, outreach approach.
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Compassionate communicators who are driven and energized by the opportunity to connect with others.

What you need:

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Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree required.
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Minimum Experience: 1-3 or 3+ years' experience in development, communications, sales, account management, talent acquisition or a related field

Preferred Experience/Qualifications:

Experience in higher education fundraising as a student or professional and a personal or academic connection to the state of Nebraska.

Demonstrated success in the solicitation of annual and major gifts, or transferable skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills across mediums.
Strong collaboration and organizational skills, as well as the ability to prioritize effectively.
Able to manage confidential material responsibly and interact professionally with a wide spectrum of individuals.

What we offer (Compensation and Benefits):

12 weeks of paid medical leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
12 paid holidays, generous vacation time, health leave
A generous retirement match and multiple incentive compensation programs.
University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents at the Nebraska resident tuition rate.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Basic Life & AD&D Insurance.
Missiondriven work that changes lives and saves lives.
A strengthsbased, engagementfocused, and performanceoriented culture.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities that celebrate diversity and encourage your career growth.
An awardwinning wellness program.

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