Associate Director of Development
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Type of Position:
Administration (Non-Classified)
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
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Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.
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Department:
VC Advancement
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This role will be accountable for meeting defined sponsorship revenue goals for each event as well as annual fundraising targets. It is a critical position within the Universitys Centennial Campaign.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelors Degree;
- At least one year of professional experience in fundraising event sponsorship event planningcommunity engagement business development or sales.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
- Masters Degree;
- Demonstrated success in coordinating high-impact events and securing sponsorships;
- Experience working in higher education or nonprofit organizations.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Sponsorship Development & Fundraising:
- Develop and manage a portfolio of current and prospective sponsors to support University-wide events;
- Solicit and secure sponsorships of $5000 for annual events such as golf tournaments alumni luncheons and signature programs;
- Conduct a minimum of five (5) meaningful face-to-face meetings weekly with prospective sponsors and donors;
- Create customized sponsorship proposals and benefit packages aligned with sponsor interests and University priorities;
- Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with sponsors through ongoing engagement and stewardship;
- Meet or exceed revenue goals for each event and achieve annual sponsorship fundraising targets;
- Leverage events as strategic tools for donor acquisition stewardship and retention.
Event Planning and Execution:
- Lead or support the planning and execution of fundraising and stewardship events;
- Manage event logistics such as venue selection vendor coordination timelines budgets and sponsor activations;
- Ensure accurate and timely recognition and delivery of sponsor benefits at events;
- Collaborate with marketing and alumni relations teams on event promotion communications and guest outreach;
- Serve as an on-site event lead as needed to ensure professional execution and sponsor satisfaction.
Administrative and Strategic Support:
- Draft compelling sponsorship proposals agreements follow-up reports and stewardship materials;
- Maintain accurate records of sponsor interactions and progress toward financial goals in the donor management system;
- Develop and implement stewardship strategies to foster donor engagement and long-term support;
- Attend university events and represent the Office of Advancement with professionalism and strategic intent;
- Support alignment of event-based fundraising with broader campaign and institutional goals;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong verbal written and interpersonal communication skills;
- Strong organizational and time management abilities;
- Ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including corporate leaders alumni donors and campus partners;
- Proficiency in developing sponsorship proposals event collateral and donor correspondence;
- Experience in planning and managing complex events including vendor coordination and sponsor activations;
- Collaborative and team-oriented with the ability to work across multiple departments;
- Willingness to work evenings weekends with flexibility to travel as needed;
- Possession of a valid drivers license and the ability to travel including overnight stays.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
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Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Financial Credit Check Motor Vehicle Reports Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion Sitting Talking Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion Sitting Talking Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Driving Grasping Kneeling Reaching Standing Stooping
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
