Hybrid Coalition Lead & Facilitator

Institute for Public Leadership; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute for Public Leadership seeks a Coalition Specialist to develop and sustain statewide coalitions across Nebraska, engaging diverse stakeholders to advance shared policy and community goals.

Based in Omaha with hybrid work and 20–30% statewide travel, the role requires entrepreneurial drive, autonomy, and the ability to coordinate meetings, foster consensus, and deliver measurable outcomes for youth development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in coalition building or related field preferred.
• Proven facilitation experience leading diverse groups toward consensus among stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building skills with community leaders, nonprofits, and public officials.
• Deep understanding of Nebraska's political, cultural and community landscape across urban and rural areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including outreach and advocacy messaging.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and travel statewide.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary coordinator and facilitator for two statewide coalitions: Nebraska Alliance for Thriving Communities and Collective for Youth.
• Keep coalition members aligned, engaged, informed, and focused on shared goals and priorities.
• Manage coalition communications, including member outreach, updates, and information sharing.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and facilitate coalition meetings, events, and collaborative activities.
• Support advocacy, policy, and systems-change initiatives that advance community well-being and youth development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with coalition members, community partners, policymakers, and other stakeholders across Nebraska.
• Foster collaboration among diverse organizations and individuals to strengthen collective impact and statewide outcomes.
• Help coalition members stay connected, organized, and engaged in ongoing initiatives and projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve coalition effectiveness, member engagement, and overall impact.
• Operate with a high degree of autonomy, initiative, and accountability in a newly created role.
• Bring entrepreneurial thinking, fresh ideas, and innovative approaches to strengthen existing coalitions and networks.
• Facilitate consensus-building and navigate diverse perspectives to help groups reach common goals.
• Monitor progress toward coalition objectives and support the achievement of meaningful, measurable outcomes.
• Coordinate multiple priorities and projects while maintaining strong organizational and relationship-management practices.
• Serve as a trusted resource and connector for coalition partners across the state.

Skills

Coalition building

Facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Policy advocacy

Project management

Job description

Institute for Public Leadership seeks a Coalition Specialist to develop and sustain statewide coalitions across Nebraska, engaging diverse stakeholders to advance shared policy and community goals.

Based in Omaha with hybrid work and 20–30% statewide travel, the role requires entrepreneurial drive, autonomy, and the ability to coordinate meetings, foster consensus, and deliver measurable outcomes for youth development.