Director Of Development & External Relations

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified (assumed on-site due to the nature of the role)
Major gift portfolio management
Donor cultivation and solicitation
Fundraising event planning
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations for its Bowen School of Law, responsible for managing major gifts and fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, relevant fundraising experience, and strong communication skills

Job Summary

  • The Director 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 University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community and is an equal opportunity institution.

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations for its Bowen School of Law, responsible for managing major gifts and fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, relevant fundraising experience, and strong communication skills.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift portfolio management
  • Donor cultivation and solicitation
  • Fundraising event planning
  • Prospect identification and qualification
  • Develop fundraising priorities

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership of alumni engagement staff
  • Collaboration with university advancement
  • Community networking and referrals

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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