Director Of Development & External Relations

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
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Major gift portfolio management
Donor identification and cultivation
Fundraising event planning
** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations for the Bowen School of Law, responsible for major fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, experience in development, and strong communication skills, focusing on growing major gift production. **

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 University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university committed to its mission, driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile.

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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, responsible for major fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, experience in development, and strong communication skills, focusing on growing major gift production. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift portfolio management
  • Donor identification and cultivation
  • Fundraising event planning
  • Relationship building with prospects
  • Developing fundraising strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Vision for staff leadership
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Community networking skills

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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