The Company is seeking a Managing Director of Development for Fulbright College. This leadership role is pivotal in driving frontline fundraising performance and managing a team of development officers. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing the fundraising strategy, translating institutional and college priorities into measurable outcomes, and cultivating a high-performing, collaborative, and impact-driven fundraising environment. The role requires a balance of team leadership and the management of a strategic personal portfolio of major gift prospects. Success will be measured by team fundraising performance, portfolio productivity, and progress toward annual and campaign goals. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years' of development experience in a higher education setting, with a proven track record of major gift success. The role demands at least 3 years' of experience in leading or managing frontline fundraising staff, as well as experience in securing five- and six-figure philanthropic commitments. Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree, experience with professional travel, and a background in a college of arts and sciences. The ideal candidate will have effective communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills, and the ability to manage people, priorities, and organizational change effectively. The position is full-time and requires a commitment to the values of the institution, including a dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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University of Arkansas System