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 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

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