Development Project Specialist (On Site)

Father-Flanagan; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys Town in Omaha, Nebraska is looking for a Development Coordinator to assist the Development team with campaigns, projects, events and programs and to provide ongoing administrative support. The role emphasizes scheduling, reporting, and collaboration across departments and affiliates.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, analytical and organizational skills, with experience in development settings and proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor management tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's preferred.
• Minimum 1 year fundraising/development/volunteer experience preferred.
• Strong written/verbal communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination and management of projects, campaigns, and events from inception to completion.
• Develop and monitor schedules, budgets, and resources; track progress and ROI.
• Prepare progress reports, donor collateral, and event materials; coordinate meetings.
• Support cross‑department collaboration and maintain donor relations.

Skills

Innovation

Critical thinking

Communication

Organization

CRM software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Prospect management software

Job description

In this role, you will assist the Development team with the effective implementation, coordination, and management of Development campaigns, projects, events and programs. Provides ongoing support of Development administrative activities.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:Assists in the coordination and management of projects, campaigns, and events from inception to successful completion.Develops, maintains, and monitors detailed project schedules including timelines, workflow, budgets, personnel, and resources; maintains project calendars and tracks updates or modifications to project plans.Coordinates and participates in project planning meetings.Facilitates collaboration between project decision-makers.Maintains, updates, and distributes project progress reports and metrics including budget estimates, cost tracking, and return-on-investment.Gathers and maintains development collateral for events.Coordinates efforts to ensure that projects remain on schedule and within budget parameters.Provides administrative support for activities as needed for Home Campus, Affiliates or Hospital as directed.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to be innovative, and to understand and analyze different markets.Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong presentation skills.Strong personal organization skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities.Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; knowledge of prospect management software.Ability to adapt to a cross-cultural environment and effectively interact with all departments and employee levels.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, independently or as part of a team.Ability to work with highly confidential and sensitive data and information.Ability to build and sustain successful, professional relationships.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalent required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of 1 year of development and volunteer experience including experience with focus groups and working with and understanding high net worth donors preferred.Experience facilitating multiple projects or events simultaneously is preferred.Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.About Boys Town:Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.