Director Of Development & External Relations

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
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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 the Bowen School of Law, responsible for raising funds through major gift solicitations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, at least three years of fundraising experience, and strong communication skills to manage donor relationships and fundraising priorities. **

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 Director will develop and manage a dynamic major gift ($10,000+ level) portfolio of donors and prospects, meeting regularly with prospects to assess giving ability, cultivate relationships, and solicit gifts.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations for the Bowen School of Law, responsible for raising funds through major gift solicitations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, at least three years of fundraising experience, and strong communication skills to manage donor relationships and fundraising priorities. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift portfolio management
  • Donor cultivation and solicitation
  • Fundraising event planning
  • Prospect identification and qualification
  • Relationship building with stakeholders

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in legal or public university settings
  • Strong leadership and vision
  • Collaborative approach to fundraising

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Three or more years of fundraising/development experience
  • Graduate degree in Communications or Marketing preferred
  • Demonstrated record of setting and achieving high standards

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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