Director of Development

QLI•Omaha, NE

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Some roles preserve what exists. This role creates what is possible. QLI is seeking a Director of Development who can strengthen and evolve our fundraising efforts into a disciplined, sustainable philanthropy model. This is an opportunity for a builder — someone who is energized by connecting people to a deeper sense of purpose and creating avenues that pave the way for generosity to grow and endure for years to come. This driven leader will cultivate meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, and community partners while shaping long-term stewardship, planned giving, endowments, and donor engagement. The goodwill of the Omaha community, combined with supporters from across the country, has paved the way for QLI to deliver life-changing rehabilitation for thousands of people recovering from brain and spinal cord injuries. Through a commitment to innovation and care, QLI impacts lives far beyond the limitations of insurance coverage. State-of-the-art rehabilitation technology, paired with a stellar clinical team collaborating in a vibrant and optimistic space, makes QLI an oasis in the land of healthcare. This crucial work exists because of the compassion of individuals who believe deeply in our mission and choose to imagine and invest in what’s possible. More people should know about QLI and be invested in our ambitious mission: to transform the lives of those affected by serious brain and spinal cord injuries.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in fundraising, development, relationship management, or philanthropic engagement
Demonstrated ability to cultivate and steward relationships with donors, foundations, or community partners
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to inspire philanthropic support
Ability to represent QLI professionally within the community and build trusted partnerships
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Experience cultivating and stewarding major donors
Experience helping develop or implement donor stewardship strategies
Experience supporting or managing planned giving or legacy giving initiatives
Experience working with philanthropic structures such as endowments or long-term giving programs
Experience helping design or grow sustainable fundraising models within an organization
Experience with CRM systems including Bloomerang development software
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or equivalent

Responsibilities

Positively contribute to the collaboration and effectiveness of QLI’s PR and Development team
Cultivate and strengthen relationships with donors, foundations, and philanthropic partners
Develop and steward relationships with prospective and current donors through meaningful engagement and communication
Help design and implement QLI’s long-term philanthropic strategy
Lead efforts to strengthen donor stewardship and long-term donor engagement
Develop and expand initiatives related to planned giving and legacy giving
Identify and cultivate opportunities for endowment support that sustain QLI’s Mission and programs
Assist in development and implementation of the PR and Development Strategic Plan
Create and deliver presentations to civic groups, businesses, foundations, and community partners
Represent QLI at community events and philanthropic engagement opportunities
Collaborate with the PR team to develop donor communications, presentations, and development materials
Maintain accurate and confidential donor records within the development CRM system
Develop and maintain a structured pipeline of donor prospects and philanthropic relationships
Supervise and collaborate with the Grants Coordinator to support institutional funding opportunities
Be constantly mindful of the public image of QLI and take proactive steps to strengthen it