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Senior Director of Philanthropy
– Job Summary: As Senior Director of Philanthropy for Communications & Donor Stewardship, you will lead the charge in shaping how the university connects with its generous supporters. You will provide strategic oversight for all donor communications and stewardship efforts tied to the university’s colleges and units — with a focus on cultivating major ($100K+) and principal ($1M+) gifts. You will craft and lead high-impact, donor-centered communications strategies across platforms, from custom proposals to campaign materials, ensuring every message reflects the university’s brand, values and philanthropic vision. You’ll serve as a strategic advisor to the Vice President for Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement and play a key role in advancing future campaign readiness through compelling storytelling and message alignment. In this role, you will: Responsibilities Lead a cross-functional team of philanthropy communications and stewardship professionals. Direct executive-level communications, including proposal development for principal gifts and message preparation for donor engagements. Coordinate stewardship strategy that deepens donor relationships and drives retention. Ensure message alignment across all philanthropic communications, partnering with marketing and communications teams university-wide. Culture and Values 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! Note: This description reflects the values and general responsibilities associated with the role and is not a guarantee of specific duties. Qualifications / Skills
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Experience with MS Windows; knowledge of strategic philanthropy communications and donor stewardship; knowledge of multimedia communications and best practices.
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Senior Director of Philanthropy
– Job Summary: As Senior Director of Philanthropy for Communications & Donor Stewardship, you will lead the charge in shaping how the university connects with its generous supporters. You will provide strategic oversight for all donor communications and stewardship efforts tied to the university’s colleges and units — with a focus on cultivating major ($100K+) and principal ($1M+) gifts. You will craft and lead high-impact, donor-centered communications strategies across platforms, from custom proposals to campaign materials, ensuring every message reflects the university’s brand, values and philanthropic vision. You’ll serve as a strategic advisor to the Vice President for Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement and play a key role in advancing future campaign readiness through compelling storytelling and message alignment. In this role, you will: Responsibilities Lead a cross-functional team of philanthropy communications and stewardship professionals. Direct executive-level communications, including proposal development for principal gifts and message preparation for donor engagements. Coordinate stewardship strategy that deepens donor relationships and drives retention. Ensure message alignment across all philanthropic communications, partnering with marketing and communications teams university-wide. Culture and Values 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! Note: This description reflects the values and general responsibilities associated with the role and is not a guarantee of specific duties. Qualifications / Skills
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Experience with MS Windows; knowledge of strategic philanthropy communications and donor stewardship; knowledge of multimedia communications and best practices.
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