College Philanthropy Director Associate

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleCollege Philanthropy Director AssociateRequisition NumberRE54145Working TitleDirector of Philanthropy - DesignDepartment Name14000:Office Of PhilanthropyWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level48Salary Range$62,941-103,834/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

7 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs. Intermittent job-related travel.ShiftMonday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm. Some evenings and weekends as needed.Job SummaryManaged jointly by the UK Philanthropy Office and the College of Design, the Philanthropy Director Associate (Director of Philanthropy – Design) is responsible for the overall leadership of philanthropy activities within the College of Design. With a primary focus on major gift fundraising at high giving levels, the incumbent will engage in progressively more sophisticated philanthropic giving conversations with major gift donors and prospects of greater capacity. The Philanthropy Director Associate is also responsible for managing the volunteer philanthropy leadership council. They may supervise and manage other philanthropy staff in the college, providing mentorship, guidance, fundraising strategy (including prospect strategies and next steps), and ensuring that they are meeting their portfolio, visit, proposal, and yield metrics.

The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is built on our shared core values CoMMIT– Collaboration, Communication, Mission Driven, Mutual Respect, Innovation and Transparency.

By applying for a position within UK PAE, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our six values. It is important you share these values in order to be part of our committed team!

Internal Employee Being ConsideredSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply04/29/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years experience do you have in fundraising/development?
   • None
   • More than 0, up thru 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up thru 4 years
   • More than 4 years, up thru 6 years
   • More than 6 years
2. * The Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. These values are collaboration, communication, mission driven, mutual respect, innovation and transparency. Please choose one of the PAE values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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