Philanthropy Specialist-Donor Relations

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Education
Posted on May 8, 2024
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Philanthropy Specialist-Donor Relations

Requisition Number

RE45253

Working Title

Director of Philanthropic Initiatives

Department Name

7H0PH: COM Philanthropy

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

46

Salary Range

$51,491-84,950/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; repetitive motion.

Shift

Monday through Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm. Evenings and weekends based on departmental need.

Job Summary

The UK College of Medicine seeks a Director of Philanthropic Initiatives to join our growing team. The Director will report to the Senior Director and will oversee the daily operations of all GME philanthropic engagement programs in the College with the goal of increasing GME engagement and maximizing potential fundraising and utilization from these constituents. The director will supervise the Associate Director of Philanthropic Programs and Recognition.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Exceptional relationship building skills, planning and organization, attention to detail, extreme professionalism.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

At least 7 years of direct philanthropy administration or philanthropic gift officer experience.

Deadline to Apply

05/21/2024

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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. * Name a time when your partnership with a gift officer led to a major gift?

    (Open Ended Question)
  2. * Which best describes your experience developing plans to keep donors loyal to an institution?

    (Open Ended Question)
  3. * Have you had experience working with various constituent groups in an organization as it relates to endowed accounts?

    (Open Ended Question)
  4. * Describe your experience developing a cultivation strategy for donors who have already made a major gift but who could make another gift?

    (Open Ended Question)
  5. * The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

    (Open Ended Question)
  7. Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • HospitalCareers.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • Careerbuilder.com
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Writing Sample