Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $75,092.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Major gift fundraising
Donor relationship management
Portfolio management
The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the School of Law and manages an active portfolio of major gift prospects

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the School of Law and manages an active portfolio of major gift prospects.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.
  • The position requires travel, collaboration with university leadership, and adherence to university development policies to meet ambitious fundraising goals.

Matching Summary

The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the School of Law and manages an active portfolio of major gift prospects.

Salary

Base: $75,092.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising
  • Donor relationship management
  • Portfolio management
  • Fundraising strategy development
  • Travel on behalf of university
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Reports of Contact (ROC) completion

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with relational CRM
  • Knowledge of Arkansas legal community
  • Higher education fundraising experience
  • Volunteer and advisory board collaboration
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work under deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal communication

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • At least two years full-time development experience
  • Ability to travel and work irregular hours
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience building donor/alumni relationships
  • Criminal background and other pre-employment checks

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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