Director Of Development & External Relations

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Manage major giving portfolio
Identify, cultivate, solicit donors
Face-to-face visits with prospects
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations to lead fundraising initiatives for the Bowen School of Law. This role involves managing a major giving portfolio, focusing on building relationships and achieving significant fundraising goals through various strategies

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.
  • Measurable metrics will include but are not limited to face-to-face visits with prospects and successful major gift solicitations.

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations to lead fundraising initiatives for the Bowen School of Law. This role involves managing a major giving portfolio, focusing on building relationships and achieving significant fundraising goals through various strategies.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • manage major giving portfolio
  • identify, cultivate, solicit donors
  • face-to-face visits with prospects
  • develop fundraising initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • understanding of public universities
  • drive to visit donors off-campus
  • engage alumni board leaders

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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