Project Coordinator

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Closing Date : 10 / 02 / 2024

10 / 02 / 2024

Type of Position :

Professional Staff - Project / Program Administration

Workstudy Position : Job Type :

Job Type :

Fixed Duration of Project / Grant (Fixed Term)

Work Shift :

Sponsorship Available :

Institution Name :

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities.

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Department : KLRE / KUAR

KLRE / KUAR

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Summary of Job Duties :

The Little Rock Public Radio Development Coordinator oversees and manages all major gift efforts, and acts as team lead for the station’s membership campaigns / events and fundraising efforts to maintain and expand the membership base of Little Rock Public Radio.

The Development Coordinator reports directly to the General Manager and coordinates all efforts with the Little Rock Public Radio leadership team.

This is a provisional position. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency / institution policy.

Qualifications :

Required Education and / or Experience :

Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Education and / or Experience :

Three (3) years of experience in development, marketing, public relations, volunteer management, or a related field.

Job Duties and / or Responsibilities :

Design and manage routine solicitations and specialized fundraising projects including but not limited to major gifts solicitation, mid-level gift solicitation, capital campaigns, foundation grants, and planned giving solicitation campaigns by direct mail, email, social media, and telemarketing;

and other fundraising projects

• Plan, design and implement special events / projects that provide additional funding, heighten awareness of the stations and / or serve the community in a significant way
• Work with the station leadership team on strategic planning and setting station policies
• Work with the Underwriting Coordinator to solicit major sponsors for events and fundraising efforts
• Identify and cultivate relationships with possible major donors
• Serve as team lead for the efforts of the Membership Coordinator and the Underwriting Coordinator to meet strategic fundraising goals
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising principles;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Experience in designing and directing events or campaigns;
• Evidence of supervisory skills;
• Familiarity with the use of social media for fundraising and outreach;
• Affinity for public radio;
• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends;
• Ability to use a database management system;
• Ability to work in a website content management system.

Additional Information :

Salary Information : $65,000

$65,000

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application (before hitting the submit button), if you want to be considered for this position.

Recruitment Contact Information :

Jonathan Seaborn, General Manager,

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

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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, 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.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity :

Sitting, Standing

Occasional Physical Activity :

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Benefits Eligible :