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 by managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and cultivating relationships leading to solicitations
Job Summary
The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the School of Law by managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and cultivating relationships leading to solicitations.
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs with university contributions.
This position requires initiative, strategic thinking, collaboration, confidentiality, and the ability to work collegially with university stakeholders and donors 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 by managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and cultivating relationships leading to solicitations.
Salary
Base: $75,092.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Major gift fundraising
Donor relationship management
Portfolio management
Fundraising strategy development
Travel and irregular hours
Microsoft Office proficiency
Report of Contact documentation
Nice-to-have
Experience with relational CRM or database
Knowledge of Arkansas legal community
Higher education culture familiarity
Volunteer and advisory board collaboration
Strong interpersonal communication
Goal-driven and persistent
Ability to work under deadlines
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
Minimum two years full-time development experience
Ability to travel frequently and work irregular hours
Advanced verbal and written communication skills
Experience building donor/alumni relationships
Preferred three or more years fundraising experience
Experience in major gift fundraising
Familiarity with higher education environment
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States