Senior Executive Assistant (Central Development)

Senior Executive Assistant (Central Development)Lead our administrative function, effectively problem solve, and optimize processes while supporting our Central Development team to enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. Do you have a knack for identifying inefficiencies in processes and implementing solutions to streamline workflows?Are you an effective communicator focused on providing high level service that enjoys building genuine, authentic relationships with both internal and external stakeholders?Do you take pride in your organizational skills and ability to take initiative?Do you have a passion for leading teams, mentoring, and managing projects efficiently?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. 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, to 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 dollars 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 work in our Lincoln or Omaha office. Ways you’ll make an impact: Lead, guide, and coach all administrative staff while overseeing all administrative functions for our Central Development team.Evaluate, establish, and maximize consistent procedures, practices, and standards for the administrative team through engaging internal and external stakeholders.Ensure adherence to and implement corrective action for processes and procedures involving database entry, expense tracking, budgeting, travel details, executive briefings, distribution of work, project/workflow assignment, and attendance among other administrative tasks.Prepare budget and record monthly variances to ensure fiscal management and financial objectives are met; prepare expense reports and monitor expenses accurately and appropriately.Communicate with internal leadership on critical and confidential matters, conveying messages to the VP and other staff while serving as a member of the Central Development leadership team.Responsible for routine daily imports and exports of data from various platforms in use for digital fundraising, communication, and providing exceptional service to external vendors.Who we want:Action oriented and self-motivated individuals who have exceptional problem-solving skills, can anticipate needs, collect, and compile facts, draw conclusions, and implement solutions.Relationally talented communicators who can work with a wide variety of people, including colleagues, donors, and university personnel while managing every interaction with efficiency, warmth, and diplomacy.Responsible and organized individuals whose work reflects the highest level of quality, accuracy and exceptional attention to detail while maintaining confidentiality whenever needed.Positive, flexible, and dynamic individuals who can meet deadlines, manage multiple responsibilities, and effectively juggle competing priorities.Collaborative team players enjoy functioning independently, as well as cooperatively to support internal and external stakeholders.Energetic learners that are humble, inquisitive, and open-minded who enjoy taking on new challenges.What you need: Minimum Education: Associates degree or equivalent required. Preferred: Bachelor’s degreeMinimum Experience: 6+ years of experience in a Senior Administrative role. Preferred Experience: 3+ years of experience managing a team.Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives in service-orientated industry shown through strong verbal communication, relationship building, and written communication skills.Exceptional time management, decision making, creative problem-solving, and analytical skills.Demonstrated experience managing a large, complex budget.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.Professionalism and discretion in handling confidential matters.Computer experience in a PC environment; proficient use of Microsoft Suite, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint and other software.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.Ongoing learning and development opportunities that celebrate diversity and encourage 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.University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.Who we are:Recognition by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America’s Favorite Charities.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.The foundation has a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, raising more than $7 for every $1 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. 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.