Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $75,092.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Major gift fundraising experience
Donor relationship management
Fundraising strategy implementation
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

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.
  • 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.
  • The position requires regular travel, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within the Advancement Division and across the university.

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.

Salary

Base: $75,092.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising experience
  • Donor relationship management
  • Fundraising strategy implementation
  • Portfolio management of prospects
  • Advanced verbal and written communication
  • Ability to travel frequently
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with relational CRM or database
  • Familiarity with Arkansas legal community
  • Higher education fundraising knowledge
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Passion for university mission
  • Team collaboration and collegiality

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • At least two years full-time fundraising experience
  • Experience building donor/alumni relationships
  • Ability to travel and work irregular hours
  • Demonstrated advanced communication skills
  • Experience with major gift fundraising preferred
  • Knowledge of university campus culture preferred

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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