Director Of Development & External Relations

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Major gift portfolio management
Donor cultivation and solicitation
Fundraising event planning
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations for the Bowen School of Law. This role focuses on fundraising initiatives, particularly managing a major giving portfolio to support the school's priorities, with an emphasis on building relationships and soliciting donations

Job Summary

  • The Director of Development & External Relations is responsible for raising money within the identified priorities at the UA Little Rock Bowen School of Law, emphasizing managing a major giving portfolio.
  • This position will primarily focus on growing major gift production through ongoing identification, qualification, cultivation, and solicitation, leading to productivity toward reaching Centennial Campaign goals.
  • The role requires developing and managing a dynamic major gift portfolio of donors and prospects, meeting regularly with prospects to assess giving ability, cultivate relationships, and solicit gifts.

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations for the Bowen School of Law. This role focuses on fundraising initiatives, particularly managing a major giving portfolio to support the school's priorities, with an emphasis on building relationships and soliciting donations.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift portfolio management
  • Donor cultivation and solicitation
  • Fundraising event planning
  • Prospect identification and qualification
  • Relationship building with stakeholders

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in a legal setting
  • Understanding of public universities
  • Leadership of alumni engagement staff

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3+ years fundraising experience
  • Graduate degree in Communications or Marketing preferred
  • Demonstrated record of achieving high standards

Work Rights

Not specified

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