Senior Vice President of Development
28 days ago
Omaha
Job Description Job Title: Senior Vice President of Development Employment Status: Full-Time, Salary | Exempt Location: On-site | In-Person Department: Development Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) We value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. OCM encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Mission: To engage the imagination and create excitement about learning. Who We Are: Omaha Children’s Museum (OCM) is a mission-driven nonprofit that has enriched the lives of children for more than 45 years. We believe that behind every great organization are great people, and we are committed to building a team that reflects the passion, creativity, and diversity of the community we serve. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants who share our vision and want to make a meaningful impact through our mission. OCM is a vibrant, hands-on environment created to spark curiosity and inspire creativity through engaging exhibits, workshops, and events. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, educational, and joyful space that supports every child’s learning and growth. Our mission extends far beyond our walls—we strive to be a trusted community hub for early childhood development, partnering with childcare providers, teens, young parents, and early childhood advocates to support and strengthen the families of our region. Position Summary The Senior Vice President of Development (Sr. VP of Development) is a key member of the leadership team and an active participant in strategic decisions affecting OCM’s fundraising, major gift development, and meaningful donor relationship cultivation. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in philanthropy, relationship management, and nonprofit leadership. This position reports directly to the CEO and plays an active role in shaping and implementing philanthropic initiatives that support OCM’s long-term vision. Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Development and Fundraising · Direct the strategy, design and execution of fundraising programs for individuals, corporations, and private foundations to deepen OCM’s relationships and broaden OCM’s base of support. · Provide leadership and vision in all aspects of fundraising, from data analytics and segmentation to building successful donor journeys, using both progressive and traditional acquisition, engagement, and retention strategies. · Oversee and ensure the continued success of established grant-funded access programs, including the Welcome Fund, Partner Schools, and Specialized Programs that align with OCM’s mission, values and long-term goals. · Collaborate with and support the CEO, Board of Directors, and other key staff to advance fundraising goals and inspire participation. · Establish and monitor fundraising goals, metrics, and performance, providing regular reports to the CEO and senior leadership. · Build and maintain strong relationships with existing donors while identifying and cultivating new prospective donors. · Partner with CEO on capital project fundraising. · Research philanthropic trends and suggest innovative strategies to strengthen fundraising efforts. Community Engagement, Collaboration and Coordination · Elevate OCM’s profile and reputation among donors, stakeholders, and the community. · Serve as an active, visible presence at community events to foster relationships that enhance the Museum’s impact. · Collaborate with the Rainbow Connectors Guild to align their efforts with OCM’s development strategy. · Work cross-departmentally to integrate strategies for direct mail, digital campaigns, corporate sponsorships, planned giving, and special events. · Partner with museum leadership to select and implement a new nonprofit CRM with a fundraising management platform. Team Leadership and Operational Excellence · Foster a culture of giving among staff and Board members, equipping them to serve as effective ambassadors for the Museum. · Inspire, mentor, and build a high-performing development team. · Oversee donor management systems, ensuring accurate tracking, stewardship, and analysis to identify opportunities for increased engagement and revenue. · Manage communication with external museum stakeholders in close partnership with the CEO. · Provide regular reports on fundraising performance, donor demographics, and trends, using data to inform strategy. · Collaborate with the Finance department on annual contributed revenue and fundraising expense budgets. · Ensure all systems and processes follow sound budgetary, legal and accountability practices. Direct Reports · Sponsorship & Events Manager · Grants & Development Manager · Database Coordinator Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities · Proven success managing contributed revenue budgets of $2M+. · Demonstrated expertise in fundraising, donor engagement, and relationship building with individuals, foundations, and corporate sponsors. · Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with a track record of empowering and developing teams. · Experience in Board management and alignment with organizational development efforts. · Commitment to advancing OCM’s diversity, equity, and inclusion objectives, promoting cultural competence and inclusion. · Strong oral and written communication skills, including the demonstrated ability to research and analyze information, compose reports and correspondence, and present proven data in a clear and inspiring manner. · Ability to anticipate and analyze situations, define problems and objectives, recognize viable alternatives, and formulate rapid solutions while understanding the inherent risks and implications of making tough decisions. · Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. · Detail- and results-oriented, using data to monitor donations and prospect new donors. Physical Qualification · Perform repetitive tasks, including administrative work and designing resources using computer software programs. · Push or pull equipment, such as a small flatbed and wheeled cases · Lift and carry items up to 20 pounds, including audio visual equipment and file boxes. Qualifications Bachelor degree in Non-profit Management, Business Administration, Communications, or related field or equivalent experience. Experience with Microsoft Office applications and fundraising software. Compensation: $125,000 - $140,000 plus benefits Qualifications and experience will be considered in the compensation for this position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the hiring process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact . To Apply Please follow the application steps on our website or submit your cover letter and resume via email to , and include the job role in the subject line.