University of Kentucky
College Philanthropy Director Assistant
University of Kentucky, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States
Job Title
College Philanthropy Director Assistant
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Director of Philanthropy - Nursing
Location Lexington, KY
Department Office of Development, College of Nursing
Salary $52,021 – $85,800 per year
Employment Type Full-time Staff
Position Time Full-Time; Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (with occasional evenings/weekends)
Required Education BA
Required Experience Minimum 5 years of professional fundraising experience.
Physical Requirements Long periods of sitting/standing; travel across state and U.S.; lifting up to 25 lbs.
Summary Managed jointly by the UK Philanthropy Office and the College of Nursing, the Philanthropy Director Assistant is responsible for overall leadership of philanthropy activities within the College of Nursing. 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 selected applicant will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors and prospects with a giving capacity of $25,000 or more. This position will be a member of the Dean’s senior leadership team, provide counsel to the Dean regarding philanthropy activities, and supervise the volunteer philanthropy leadership council and other philanthropy staff as needed.
Responsibilities
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors and prospects with a giving capacity of $25,000 or more.
Engage in major gift conversations with donors/prospects of greater capacity.
Plan, develop, and oversee the college’s major gift strategy and portfolio.
Mentor and guide philanthropic staff and volunteer councils.
Provide counsel to the Dean and senior leadership on philanthropy initiatives.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Proven record of success in major gift fundraising.
Strong collaborative leadership.
Experience with planned giving, charitable gift arrangements.
Excellent communication, persuasive writing, marketing, philanthropic messaging.
Experience managing fundraising teams with accountability-based metrics.
Preferred Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree with minimum five years of professional fundraising experience; experience as a major gift officer, expertise in planned giving; record of success; at least two years managing fundraising work plan and staff, preferably at a land‑grant institution.
Deadline to Apply 11/30/2025
EEO & Diversity Statement We 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.
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Director of Philanthropy - Nursing
Location Lexington, KY
Department Office of Development, College of Nursing
Salary $52,021 – $85,800 per year
Employment Type Full-time Staff
Position Time Full-Time; Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (with occasional evenings/weekends)
Required Education BA
Required Experience Minimum 5 years of professional fundraising experience.
Physical Requirements Long periods of sitting/standing; travel across state and U.S.; lifting up to 25 lbs.
Summary Managed jointly by the UK Philanthropy Office and the College of Nursing, the Philanthropy Director Assistant is responsible for overall leadership of philanthropy activities within the College of Nursing. 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 selected applicant will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors and prospects with a giving capacity of $25,000 or more. This position will be a member of the Dean’s senior leadership team, provide counsel to the Dean regarding philanthropy activities, and supervise the volunteer philanthropy leadership council and other philanthropy staff as needed.
Responsibilities
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors and prospects with a giving capacity of $25,000 or more.
Engage in major gift conversations with donors/prospects of greater capacity.
Plan, develop, and oversee the college’s major gift strategy and portfolio.
Mentor and guide philanthropic staff and volunteer councils.
Provide counsel to the Dean and senior leadership on philanthropy initiatives.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Proven record of success in major gift fundraising.
Strong collaborative leadership.
Experience with planned giving, charitable gift arrangements.
Excellent communication, persuasive writing, marketing, philanthropic messaging.
Experience managing fundraising teams with accountability-based metrics.
Preferred Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree with minimum five years of professional fundraising experience; experience as a major gift officer, expertise in planned giving; record of success; at least two years managing fundraising work plan and staff, preferably at a land‑grant institution.
Deadline to Apply 11/30/2025
EEO & Diversity Statement We 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.
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