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Outreach Coordinator, Buffett Institute (University of Nebraska Employees Only)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants should note that the goals of the Institute are university-, state-, and nation-wide, but the location of the Institute administration office is in Omaha. The position will work primarily out of the Omaha office.

Follow instructions to complete the Standard Application. Along with your application, attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Direct questions about the position to: humanresources@nebraska.edu. Direct questions about the online application process to: (402) 472-3701.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. The University of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title Outreach Coordinator, Buffett Institute (University of Nebraska Employees Only)
Position Number 533
Job Description Summary
The outreach coordinator is responsible for supporting the Institute’s communications efforts and events including assisting in a.) planning, coordination, and program development for events, b.) implementing strategic communications plans and developing communication content, and, c.) managing sponsorships and speaker facilitation requests.

Applicants should note that the goals of the Institute are university-, state-, and nation-wide, but the location of the Institute administration office is in Omaha. The position will work primarily out of the Omaha office. Regular hours at the Institute and for this position are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some evening and weekend assistance when events occur outside of normal work hours. This position may also require some travel.
Position Details
Position Announcement Click here for Position Announcement.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Three years of experience that includes:
    • Event planning, coordinating, and logistics including:
      • Working with vendors (food, hotel, venue, technology, etc.) to ensure project coordination and deadlines are fulfilled
      • Providing on-site staff support for in-person events
      • Providing technical support for virtual events
      • Managing issues and troubleshooting emerging day-of-event matters
      • Conducting site visits and support planning meetings for events
  • Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail
  • Demonstrated success in managing and executing communications strategies
  • Project management experience

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or marketing
  • Five years coordinating event logistics
  • Experience working in a university, non-profit, and/or government setting
  • Experience with project management software
  • Fluent in oral and written Spanish

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired may be considered.

The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter with strong organizational, communications, outreach skills, and excellent writing ability. Demonstrates independent judgment and decision-making skills; an aptitude for event logistics; the ability to facilitate collaboration and teamwork across the communications unit, across the organization and external partners; creative and analytical problem-solving, understanding and experience in communication strategies for content development and editing; the ability to work independently as well as part of a team; a track record of timely completion of projects with strict deadlines; the ability to responsibly manage competing priorities; and a commitment to the ideals of an early childhood education and programs.
Work Location Omaha
Work Schedule
Pay Basis Hourly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits Percentile 1A 100% Ben (12mo)
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2012587P
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 04/27/2023
Close Date
May Close at Any Time Open Until Filled No
Review of Applications Date 05/05/2023
Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants should note that the goals of the Institute are university-, state-, and nation-wide, but the location of the Institute administration office is in Omaha. The position will work primarily out of the Omaha office.

Follow instructions to complete the Standard Application. Along with your application, attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Direct questions about the position to: humanresources@nebraska.edu. Direct questions about the online application process to: (402) 472-3701.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. The University of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. Have you worked within the University of Nebraska system in the past 3 years?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
  1. Other Document