Base: $75,092.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Major gift fundraising
Donor relationship management
Portfolio management
The University of Arkansas is a top research university committed to education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment promoting work-life balance and comprehensive benefits
Job Summary
The University of Arkansas is a top research university committed to education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment promoting work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.
The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support by managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and collaborating with university leadership to meet fundraising goals.
This position requires frequent travel, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within the Advancement Division and across university units.
Matching Summary
The University of Arkansas is a top research university committed to education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment promoting work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.
Salary
Base: $75,092.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, retirement programs
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Major gift fundraising
Donor relationship management
Portfolio management
Fundraising strategy development
Travel for donor meetings
Microsoft Office proficiency
Report of Contact documentation
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 pressure
Excellent interpersonal communication
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
Minimum two years full-time development experience
Ability to travel and work irregular hours
Advanced verbal and written communication skills
Experience building donor/alumni relationships
Preferred three or more years in fundraising
Experience with major gift fundraising
Legal community familiarity preferred
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States