Senior Development Officer

Arcansas Children's is a Tobacco-Free Workplace

Flu Vaccines are Required

Arkansas Children's is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Department: CC027845 ACF Gift Planning

Work Shift: Day Shift

Time Type: Full time

Summary: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. — Onsite

Additional Information

• Buils relationships with advisors, donors, prospects, and volunteers to deepen their loyalty and encourage higher levels of support and involvement.
• Leads assigned development programs and collaborates across the Arkansas Children's Foundation team to execute strategies and tactics to meet current and future business needs.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in gift planning, estate planning, or related fundraising;
• Working knowledge of bequests, beneficiary designations, charitable gift annuities, and other common vehicles;
• Understanding of basic tax implications and planned giving strategies;
• Ability to communicate complex concepts in clear, donor-friendly language;
• Skilled in identifying, cultivating, and stewarding donors interested in legacy and blended gifts, with a track record of building a strong planned giving pipeline;
• Ability to work closely with major gift officers, mid-level team, and leadership to identify, qualify, and advance planned giving opportunities;
• Experience supporting outreach and marketing efforts to promote a legacy giving program;
• Demonstrated success in engaging and managing members of a legacy or planned giving society;
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to provide subject matter expertise that strengthens long-term philanthropic sustainability;
• Commitment to advancing a mission-driven organization focused on children’s health and future generations.

Juris Doctor (JD) strongly preferred

Required Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Recommended Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Work Experience

• 10 years of related experience with a HS diploma/GED;
• or 6 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Recommended Work Experience

• None specified

Required Certifications

• Drivers License - Arkansas Department of Motor Vehicles

Recommended Certifications

• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) - Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)