Director Of Development & External Relations

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
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Major gift portfolio management
Donor identification and cultivation
Fundraising strategy development
** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations to lead fundraising efforts for the Bowen School of Law, focusing on major gifts and donor relationships. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, at least three years of fundraising experience, and strong interpersonal skills. **

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 role requires developing and managing a dynamic major gift portfolio of donors and prospects, meeting regularly with prospects to assess giving ability, cultivate relationships, and solicit gifts.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations to lead fundraising efforts for the Bowen School of Law, focusing on major gifts and donor relationships. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, at least three years of fundraising experience, and strong interpersonal skills. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • major gift portfolio management
  • donor identification and cultivation
  • fundraising strategy development
  • face-to-face donor visits
  • gift solicitation and closing

Nice-to-have

  • experience with public universities
  • legal institution understanding
  • alumni board engagement

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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