Philanthropy Ofcr Assoc Sr/Major Gifts

Job Title
Philanthropy Ofcr Assoc Sr/Major Gifts

Requisition Number
RE53218

Working Title

Department Name
8H050:Engineering Alumni - Development

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
47

Salary Range
$57,158-94,286/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

6 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time. Repetitive motion tasks. Effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied professional levels. Job-related travel as needed.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Evenings and weekends as required.

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Pigman College of Engineering seeks a Senior Associate Philanthropy Officer to build and advance major gift partnerships that accelerate the College’s priorities. As part of the UK Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement (PAE), this role manages a portfolio of approximately 100–125 donors and prospects with an estimated giving capacity of $25,000+, maintains a healthy pipeline across all stages, and drives disciplined relationship strategy from discovery through stewardship. The incumbent conducts a minimum of 125 substantive, in-person donor visits annually, develops tailored cultivation and solicitation plans, and generates new qualified opportunities (including planned gift leads) that strengthen the long-term pipeline.

This position is accountable for delivering strong fundraising results through consistent proposal activity and thoughtful donor engagement raising $1M–$2M per year through direct portfolio work. In close partnership with Prospect Research, colleagues across PAE, and College leadership, the officer helps align donor interests with institutional needs, builds productive relationships with faculty and administrators, and contributes to college-wide initiatives and volunteer engagement.

The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement 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!

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Driver’s License preferred.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of six years of professional fund raising experience, a demonstrated record of success and a minimum of 3 years in successful management of fundraising work planning. Experience at a higher education institution and an understanding of the Land-grant mission is preferred.

Deadline to Apply
03/06/2026

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