Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, 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 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

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