Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $75,092.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Major gift fundraising
Donor cultivation and solicitation
Relationship building with stakeholders
The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the School of Law by managing and building an active portfolio of major gift prospects

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the School of Law by managing and building an active portfolio of major gift prospects.
  • This position requires a high level of initiative, creative and strategic thinking, collegiality, collaboration, confidentiality, ability to follow direction, and the ability to build relationships with University team members and stakeholders, and prospective and existing benefactors.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package including university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the School of Law by managing and building an active portfolio of major gift prospects.

Salary

Base: $75,092.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising
  • Donor cultivation and solicitation
  • Relationship building with stakeholders
  • Develop and execute communication strategies
  • Manage administrative tasks for portfolio

Nice-to-have

  • Passionate about fundraising
  • Creative and strategic thinking
  • Collegiality and collaboration
  • Confidentiality
  • Ability to follow direction

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years of fundraising experience
  • Experience with volunteers and advisory boards
  • Ability to travel and work irregular hours
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

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