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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's 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.
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Department: IA | Development - Central Development
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Summary of Job Duties: The Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations will work closely with UAMS advancement staff, faculty, and senior administrators to coordinate multi-faceted strategies in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of corporations and foundations. The director will have demonstrated success in soliciting gifts from corporations and foundations and will maintain a number of active proposals at and above $25,000, experience with event planning and the ability to manage multiple prospects and projects.
Other responsibilities include coordinating corporate and foundation donor events and campus visits; writing and submitting proposals and impact reports; working with faculty and volunteers as needed to assist in developing relationships; and supporting a portfolio of individual donors and prospects, especially those related to or in decision-making roles with corporations or foundations with which UAMS is in a philanthropic relationship.
The director will work closely with the senior director for corporate and foundation relations in developing annual fundraising and partnership growth plans resulting in cultivation strategies/tactics, including specific activities (e.g. UAMS faculty and leadership engagement, impact reporting, a schedule for drafting letters of inquiry and full proposals, campus visits, corporate visits with faculty, etc.) that will take place with corporations and key faculty during the fiscal year. This employee will also work in-person in the advancement office in Little Rock at least 24 hours a week. This position may work remotely within an appropriate home office setting at other times and the setup of which is the responsibility of the employee.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a related field plus four (4) years of fundraising, corporate, foundation or related experience.
Special knowledge, abilities and skills:
Demonstrated success in building meaningful and long-term relationships with donors and strategic partners.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of philanthropic and fundraising best practices.
A deep understanding of research in academic settings.
Experience, sensitivity, and diplomacy in foundation-related fundraising.
Experience with fundraising databases and knowledge of prospecting tools and reports within fundraising systems or other prospective donor relations systems.
Experience with event planning.
Excellent judgment, interpersonal, and communication skills to articulate a compelling case for major philanthropic support of programs, present institutional objectives persuasively, and translate complex concepts into compelling fundraising proposals.
Ability to think strategically and creatively to craft and implement fundraising plans.
Takes initiative, meets deadlines, adapts to changing priorities and manages multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong analytical skills to evaluate opportunities, develop effective plans and strategies, assess feasibility, and evaluate results.
Ability to function effectively in a complex organizational environment demanding high energy, discretion, patience, enthusiasm, and humor.
Ability to coordinate activities with other offices on campus who are also involved in working with foundations (notably ORSP).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in raising major gifts in an educational, non-profit, research or health care setting.
Historical success in event management, alumni relations, and stewardship.
Additional Information:
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: N/A
Benefits Eligible: Yes
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