Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $75,092.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Major gift fundraising
Prospect management and cultivation
Donor relationship building
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, 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 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
  • Prospect management and cultivation
  • Donor relationship building
  • Strategic fundraising planning
  • Gift solicitation and closure

Nice-to-have

  • Alumni engagement activities
  • Volunteer leadership management
  • Advancement Division collaboration
  • University Development policies adherence

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years of development/fundraising experience
  • Experience with volunteers
  • Ability to travel and work irregular hours
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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