Wayne State Foundation
Chief Executive Officer
Wayne State Foundation, Wayne, Nebraska, United States, 68787
Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the Wayne State Foundation in their search for a Chief Executive Officer.
The Wayne State Foundation is looking for an individual that has the skills, knowledge, and experience to continue its momentum for successful fundraising, strong leadership, and an impressive record of supporting the mission of Wayne State College in Nebraska. Reporting to the Executive Committee of the Foundation Board of Trustees, the new CEO will plan, organize, and manage the Foundation for growing the support to the College for enrollment growth, new buildings and renovated facilities, and expanded academic programs, partnerships, and regional outreach. Fundraising priorities determined by College leadership for the next five years include expanded freshman, transfer, athletic, and academic program scholarships, academic program support including equipment, and small and large capital projects.
This position requires a Master's degree in a relevant field; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a graduate degree as well as a minimum of five years of successful fundraising experience which includes all aspects of fundraising, i.e., planned giving, individual solicitation, and grant writing. Experience in supervising staff is strongly preferred. The Chief Executive Officer should possess demonstrated leadership skills in motivating others, critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and turning information into action; excellent writing skills and oral presentation skills for communications with college and community representatives, alumni and friends, and partners on behalf of the Wayne State Foundation; and a record of success in managing diverse teams of employees, partners and stakeholders to accomplish major projects while also meeting milestones and deliverables within agreed-upon timeframes. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé.
The starting salary range for this position is $140,000 to $155,000 with the additional option to participate in a discretionary bonus plan for Wayne State Foundation employees. Preference will be given to applications received by December 16, 2024.
To apply for this position, visit:
https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/2435 .
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The Wayne State Foundation is looking for an individual that has the skills, knowledge, and experience to continue its momentum for successful fundraising, strong leadership, and an impressive record of supporting the mission of Wayne State College in Nebraska. Reporting to the Executive Committee of the Foundation Board of Trustees, the new CEO will plan, organize, and manage the Foundation for growing the support to the College for enrollment growth, new buildings and renovated facilities, and expanded academic programs, partnerships, and regional outreach. Fundraising priorities determined by College leadership for the next five years include expanded freshman, transfer, athletic, and academic program scholarships, academic program support including equipment, and small and large capital projects.
This position requires a Master's degree in a relevant field; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a graduate degree as well as a minimum of five years of successful fundraising experience which includes all aspects of fundraising, i.e., planned giving, individual solicitation, and grant writing. Experience in supervising staff is strongly preferred. The Chief Executive Officer should possess demonstrated leadership skills in motivating others, critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and turning information into action; excellent writing skills and oral presentation skills for communications with college and community representatives, alumni and friends, and partners on behalf of the Wayne State Foundation; and a record of success in managing diverse teams of employees, partners and stakeholders to accomplish major projects while also meeting milestones and deliverables within agreed-upon timeframes. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé.
The starting salary range for this position is $140,000 to $155,000 with the additional option to participate in a discretionary bonus plan for Wayne State Foundation employees. Preference will be given to applications received by December 16, 2024.
To apply for this position, visit:
https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/2435 .
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