Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $75,092.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Major gift fundraising
Donor relationship management
Portfolio management and cultivation
The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the University of Arkansas 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 University of Arkansas 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 with university contributions.
  • This position requires a high level of initiative, strategic thinking, collaboration, confidentiality, and the ability to build relationships with university stakeholders, benefactors, and volunteers.

Matching Summary

The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the University of Arkansas School of Law by managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and cultivating relationships.

Salary

Base: $75,092.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising
  • Donor relationship management
  • Portfolio management and cultivation
  • Fundraising strategy implementation
  • Travel and irregular work hours
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Report of Contact documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with relational CRM or database
  • Knowledge of Arkansas legal community
  • Volunteer and advisory board collaboration
  • Higher education campus culture familiarity
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Goal-driven and competitive mindset
  • Ability to work independently and in teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • At least two years full-time development experience
  • Ability to travel frequently and work irregular hours
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in major gift fundraising preferred
  • Knowledge of fundraising principles and gift cycle
  • Experience working with volunteers and advisory boards

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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