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727 W Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Employee Type: Full Time
3 Years
Description
The Manager of Philanthropy plays a key role in supporting Kentucky Science Center’s fundraising efforts by managing and growing Tier 2 donor relationships and executing core annual giving initiatives. This position focuses on donor cultivation, stewardship, appeals, and fundraising logistics that strengthen the donor pipeline and support long-term philanthropic growth.
The Manager of Philanthropy works collaboratively with and reports directly to the Director of Philanthropy, partnering to execute fundraising campaigns, manage donor communications, and ensure accurate tracking and reporting of fundraising activity. This role does not include direct supervision of staff.
Key Responsibilities Tier 2 Donor Management ($999 and below)
Manage a portfolio of Tier 2 donors
Follow the Donor Cycle to increase giving: attract new donors, retention of current donors, gain new donors
Implement stewardship strategies including acknowledgements, impact communications, and engagement touchpoints
Annual Fund Support and execute fundraising campaigns including:
Direct Mail Appeals
Direct solicitations
Coordinate timelines, logistics, and donor communications
Donor Engagement & Requests
Support AFE (Annual Fund Event) logistics and donor-related activities
Assist with gift suggestions and donor giving opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
Data, Reporting & Systems
Serve as the subject matter expert for Raiser’s Edge, ensuring accurate system use and adherence to data standards and best practices
Provide functional oversight and guidance for Raiser’s Edge data entry performed by the Executive Assistant, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of donor records
Utilize Raiser’s Edge for donor tracking, reporting, and data analysis to create queries and lists to support fundraising efforts
Maintain data integrity, run routine and ad hoc reports, and support analytics related to donor activity, appeal performance, and giving trends
Partner with the Director of Philanthropy to interpret data and inform fundraising strategies and decision-making
Collaboration & Communications
Coordinate closely with the Marketing team to align messaging, branding, and donor outreach
Support stewardship communications including emails, letters, and donor updates
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure fundraising efforts align with institutional goals
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or philanthropy
Experience supporting annual giving, donor stewardship, or appeals
Strong working knowledge of donor databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative, relationship-oriented, and emotionally intelligent
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, in a fast-paced evolving environment
Summary Our story
Already recognized as a leader in inquiry-based learning, Kentucky Science Center is advancing a statewide science literacy campaign to encourage people of all ages to explore science in everyday life. Its flagship location on Louisville, KY’s historic Museum Row, welcomes visitors from across the globe with 3-floors of interactive exhibits and films on a 4-story screen. With daily programming for children, families, and adults, the Science Center plays an ongoing role in the region as a resource for caregivers and teachers, a gathering place for the science community, and a chosen source of entertainment for all. Its designation as the State Science Center of Kentucky in 2002 underscored the Science Center’s history of reaching all audiences through its mission to DO SCIENCE in ways that are engaging, educational, and entertaining to inspire a lifetime of learning.
Compensation and Benefits
$45,000-$50,000 annually
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance (partially funded by KSC)
Life Insurance (funded by KSC)
Retirement plan (match funding provided by KSC)
Employee Assistance Program (funded by KSC)
Optional benefits – dental, vision, supplementary life
Flexible and Dependent Care savings account
Free downtown parking
Casual Dress Code
Free membership to Kentucky Science Center and Louisville Zoo and hundreds of Science Centers after introductory period
Discounts on tickets, programs, birthday parties and camps
Discounts at Subway, in our Gift Shop and participating local vendors
Hiring Process Kentucky Science Center celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and guests. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, potential, merit, and business need.
Additional Information
Job Site Location
Louisville, KY
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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727 W Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Employee Type: Full Time
3 Years
Description
The Manager of Philanthropy plays a key role in supporting Kentucky Science Center’s fundraising efforts by managing and growing Tier 2 donor relationships and executing core annual giving initiatives. This position focuses on donor cultivation, stewardship, appeals, and fundraising logistics that strengthen the donor pipeline and support long-term philanthropic growth.
The Manager of Philanthropy works collaboratively with and reports directly to the Director of Philanthropy, partnering to execute fundraising campaigns, manage donor communications, and ensure accurate tracking and reporting of fundraising activity. This role does not include direct supervision of staff.
Key Responsibilities Tier 2 Donor Management ($999 and below)
Manage a portfolio of Tier 2 donors
Follow the Donor Cycle to increase giving: attract new donors, retention of current donors, gain new donors
Implement stewardship strategies including acknowledgements, impact communications, and engagement touchpoints
Annual Fund Support and execute fundraising campaigns including:
Direct Mail Appeals
Direct solicitations
Coordinate timelines, logistics, and donor communications
Donor Engagement & Requests
Support AFE (Annual Fund Event) logistics and donor-related activities
Assist with gift suggestions and donor giving opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
Data, Reporting & Systems
Serve as the subject matter expert for Raiser’s Edge, ensuring accurate system use and adherence to data standards and best practices
Provide functional oversight and guidance for Raiser’s Edge data entry performed by the Executive Assistant, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of donor records
Utilize Raiser’s Edge for donor tracking, reporting, and data analysis to create queries and lists to support fundraising efforts
Maintain data integrity, run routine and ad hoc reports, and support analytics related to donor activity, appeal performance, and giving trends
Partner with the Director of Philanthropy to interpret data and inform fundraising strategies and decision-making
Collaboration & Communications
Coordinate closely with the Marketing team to align messaging, branding, and donor outreach
Support stewardship communications including emails, letters, and donor updates
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure fundraising efforts align with institutional goals
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or philanthropy
Experience supporting annual giving, donor stewardship, or appeals
Strong working knowledge of donor databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative, relationship-oriented, and emotionally intelligent
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, in a fast-paced evolving environment
Summary Our story
Already recognized as a leader in inquiry-based learning, Kentucky Science Center is advancing a statewide science literacy campaign to encourage people of all ages to explore science in everyday life. Its flagship location on Louisville, KY’s historic Museum Row, welcomes visitors from across the globe with 3-floors of interactive exhibits and films on a 4-story screen. With daily programming for children, families, and adults, the Science Center plays an ongoing role in the region as a resource for caregivers and teachers, a gathering place for the science community, and a chosen source of entertainment for all. Its designation as the State Science Center of Kentucky in 2002 underscored the Science Center’s history of reaching all audiences through its mission to DO SCIENCE in ways that are engaging, educational, and entertaining to inspire a lifetime of learning.
Compensation and Benefits
$45,000-$50,000 annually
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance (partially funded by KSC)
Life Insurance (funded by KSC)
Retirement plan (match funding provided by KSC)
Employee Assistance Program (funded by KSC)
Optional benefits – dental, vision, supplementary life
Flexible and Dependent Care savings account
Free downtown parking
Casual Dress Code
Free membership to Kentucky Science Center and Louisville Zoo and hundreds of Science Centers after introductory period
Discounts on tickets, programs, birthday parties and camps
Discounts at Subway, in our Gift Shop and participating local vendors
Hiring Process Kentucky Science Center celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and guests. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, potential, merit, and business need.
Additional Information
Job Site Location
Louisville, KY
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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