Advancement Assistant (UNL)

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.

About the role

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. UNL anchors the campaign, with a goal of $1.5 billion from enthusiastic donors. This position will work in our Lincoln office.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of support encompassing organizational, administrative, and technical duties.
• Proof and prepare correspondence, documents, forms, memos, reports, mass mailings, etc.
• Be proficient in use of Microsoft office suite of products and other databases as assigned/needed.
• Aid with details and preparations of events or meetings, including location, tracking reservations, preparing agendas, preparing reports, attendee identification, invitations, catering needs, communications, etc.
• Greet and correspond with campus partners, donors or senior executives, as appropriate.
• Perform back-up front desk receptionist duties (i.e., answering telephone, greeting guests, etc.) and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Associates degree or equivalent required.
• Preferred Education: Bachelors degree.
• Minimum Experience: 1 to 3 years of prior administrative experience.
• Ability to work with a high level of organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience with data entry.
• Discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Computer experience in a PC environment; ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite and utilize other software.

What we offer

• Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities 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.
• Tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.

Who we are

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. An organization with a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, which, along with our alumni and athletic partners, raises more than $7 for every $1 spent.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to a work environment free from discrimination and harassment where all employees feel respected and valued. We will consider all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.