Director Of Development & External Relations

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Major gift portfolio management
Donor identification and cultivation
Fundraising event planning
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations for the Bowen School of Law. This role focuses on fundraising, particularly managing a major gift portfolio to support the school’s strategic 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.

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Development & External Relations for the Bowen School of Law. This role focuses on fundraising, particularly managing a major gift portfolio to support the school’s strategic priorities.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift portfolio management
  • Donor identification and cultivation
  • Fundraising event planning
  • Develop fundraising strategies
  • Manage major gift solicitations

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with complex public institutions
  • Legal focus understanding
  • High standards for exceptional work

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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