Director of Development for CHASSE

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Development for the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education (CHASSE) is a front-line fundraiser responsible for generating private philanthropic support for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. This role focuses on building and managing a portfolio of high-value current and prospective donors through ongoing identification, qualification, cultivation, and stewardship. The Director plays an integral role in the University’s Centennial Fundraising Campaign, with an expectation of frequent personal visits and consistent gift production. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
1–3 years of professional experience in program management, recruiting, sales/fundraising, or business development in an academic or business setting.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively
Ability to engage and work effectively with diverse stakeholders including faculty, administrators, students, and community members
Proficiency in preparing proposals, presentations, and gift agreements
Knowledge of estate planning and financial instruments including wills and trusts
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel in and out of state, including overnight stays.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of fundraising or development experience
Understanding of large, complex, decentralized public higher education institutions

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a dynamic portfolio of major gifts ($10,000+) and planned giving prospects, regularly meeting with donors to cultivate relationships and solicit gifts aligned with College priorities.
Enhance fundraising strategies to increase individual and corporate support, securing resources for endowed chairs, fellowships, scholarships, and other critical funding needs.
Conduct a minimum of ten (10) meaningful face-to-face visits weekly with donors and prospects.
Personally qualify prospective donors as major gift or planned giving candidates.
Write proposals for solicitation of individual, corporate, and foundation prospects, emphasizing pipeline development and sustaining corporate philanthropy.
Identify prospective donors through research, networking, and referrals.
Prepare marketing materials for the planned giving program and accurately document all donor interactions and goals in the donor management system.
Attend campus, departmental, and development-related events to support fundraising objectives.
Collaborate with the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement to determine fundraising priorities.
Perform other duties as assigned.