Senior Director of Engagement
$72000/Yr.
Position Summary
Advancement efforts at the University of Central Arkansas have a tremendous impact on our students and community through resources secured from donors for scholarships, faculty positions, programs, and innovative facilities. Understanding that consistent relationship-building and outreach efforts will be required to build the culture of engagement and philanthropy that the University seeks, Advancement strives to build lifelong relationships with our alumni, families, and friends. Advancement professionals at the University of Central Arkansas are relationship-focused, alumni- and donor-centric, collaborative, ethical, and results-oriented. We are committed to excellence and consistently challenge ourselves and each other to strive toward higher levels of achievement.
This position reports directly to the Vice President of University Advancement. This position will assist with implementing fundraising, marketing, and operational strategies in support of the University of Central Arkansas' mission and goals – with a primary focus in Northwest Arkansas. This position will be based in Northwest Arkansas.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Manage relationships with top prospects in NW Arkansas; work to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward these very important alumni and friends of the university.
Identify, cultivate and manage relationships with corporate partners.
Work to build community affiliation with individuals and potential corporate partners through active involvement in social, community and professional organizations.
Work collaboratively with and in support of volunteers, other Development Office and Advancement Division staff, and other university representatives to cultivate and solicit donors for university-wide priorities.
In coordination with the Director of Campaign Communications and the Assistant Vice President for Legacy Planning, develop, manage, and prepare a multi-channel Office of Legacy Planning marketing plan to educate, cultivate, and steward planned giving donors and prospects in the Northwest Arkansas region.
Work closely with Development, Alumni Relations and Advancement Services teams to identify, qualify and cultivate donor prospects.
Assist in the planning and execution of alumni and donor events and meetings in NW Arkansas.
Attend bi-weekly Development staff meetings (via Zoom), quarterly Advancement Division meetings (in person), and attend essential university and Advancement events in person as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak and write effectively and persuasively, and draft compelling proposals and letters.
Exceptional professional interpersonal skills, including ability to accept input as well as supervisory guidance.
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Ability to manage time well, particularly while managing competing priorities.
Ability to manage budgets and allocate resources effectively and responsibly.
Skills Considered Essential for Success
-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
-Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
-Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
-Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
-Ability to make sound judgments.
-Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
-Civility in all interactions.
-Demonstrate effective follow-up.
Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in communications, business administration or related field, or equivalent experience of five (5) years' experience as a fundraiser.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Must be self
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motivated, self
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managed, able to handle multiple tasks in a fast
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paced environment, have outstanding organizational abilities, good judgment and strong ethics.
Valid driver's license
Preferred Education and/or Experience
Minimum five years of experience in fundraising, sales, customer relations or a related field.
Experience with Raiser's Edge, Crescendo, Free Will, iWave and Microsoft Office products.
Bachelor's degree.
Fundraising, financial planning or sales/customer relations experience.
Background Check Statement
This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Job posted for the employer by: Workforce Connections, Arkansas Department of Commerce.
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