University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Major and Planned Giving Officer. This role involves identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major and planned gifts to support the Nebraska Public Media Foundation. Responsibilities include developing strategies for donor engagement, preparing proposals, and assisting in department activities to achieve foundation goals.
Highlights
Responsible for securing major and planned gifts and grants.
Develop and implement donor cultivation and solicitation strategies.
Prepare written proposals and manage donor-related documents.
Maintain knowledge of planned gift vehicles.
Bachelor's degree in relevant fields required.
Experience in nonprofit fundraising or sales preferred.
Familiarity with donor management software is a plus.
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
Position Information
Position Information
Working Title | Major and Planned Giving Officer Department | University Television-0912 Requisition Number | S_250390 Posting Open Date | 05/20/2025 Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/03/2025 Posting Close Date | Open Until Filled | Yes Description of Work | The Major and Planned Giving Officer is responsible for identifying and securing local and regional major and planned gifts and grants in support of the Nebraska Public Media Foundation by identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewardship of major donors and planned gifts. The primary duties of this role will include: Develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies for a portfolio of donors. Create and implement strategies for donor qualification. Prepare written proposals, informational materials, endowment agreements, and gift illustrations. Maintain a working knowledge of planned gift vehicles and contribute to strategies that support planned gift fundraising. Assist the Director of Major and Planned Giving and the Chief Strategy Officer in department activities to attain foundation goals and participate in organization planning and development. This role requires an ability and willingness to travel in-state. Remote or hybrid work arrangements will be considered in accordance with the University of Nebraska’s Alternative Worksite program. More information is available at https://nebraska.edu/alternative-worksite.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/. Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in business administration, journalism, marketing, communications or related field plus three (3) years’ experience in non-profit fundraising, development or sales; equivalent education/experience considered. Knowledge of marketing, development, and project management. Skill and ability to promote the benefits of investing in Nebraska Public Media and public media to individuals with the capacity to give a major gift. Ability to work with diverse constituencies. Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communications skills essential. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements. Preferred Qualifications | Ideal candidate will have experience in public broadcasting and familiarity of donor management software. Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes Physical Required | No Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes Posted Salary | $57,000/year minimum, commensurate with qualifications How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | humanresources@nebraskapublicmedia.org Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional Job Type | Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | May include some weekends and evenings Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No If Temporary, indicate end date | Planned Hire Date: | Appointment End Date |
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