Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: $75,092.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Major gift fundraising experience
Donor portfolio management
Relationship building with stakeholders
The University of Arkansas is a top research institution committed to advancing education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment and comprehensive benefits

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas is a top research institution committed to advancing education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment and comprehensive benefits.
  • The Associate Director of Development plays a key role in securing major gifts by managing a portfolio of prospects and collaborating with university leadership to meet fundraising goals.
  • The position offers a competitive salary with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement contributions.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas is a top research institution committed to advancing education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Salary

Base: $75,092.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising experience
  • Donor portfolio management
  • Relationship building with stakeholders
  • Travel and irregular work hours
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Fundraising strategy development

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with relational CRM or database
  • Knowledge of Arkansas legal community
  • Higher education fundraising background
  • Strong written and interpersonal communication
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Goal-driven and persistent

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • Minimum two years full-time development experience
  • Experience building donor and alumni relationships
  • Ability to travel frequently and work irregular hours
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Criminal background and other pre-employment checks

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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