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Philanthropy Specialist-Donor Relations at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitlePhilanthropy Specialist-Donor Relations
Requisition NumberRE54129
Working TitleDirector of GME Initiatives
Department Name7H0PH: COM Philanthropy
Work LocationLexington, KY
Grade Level46
Salary Range$52,021-85,800/year
Type of PositionStaff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: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 GME Initiatives to join our growing team. The Director will report to the Senior Director and will oversee the daily operations of all GME philanthropic strategies in the College with the goal of increasing GME philanthropy and maximizing potential fundraising and utilization from these constituents.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Exceptional relationship building skills, planning and organization, attention to detail, professionalism.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Direct philanthropy administration experience or roles requiring complex problem-solving and relationship management.
Deadline to Apply05/06/2026
Our University Community
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.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please describe an example of a time when you developed a strategy to engage a group of stakeholders (clients, donors, etc.), including which actions you took and what the outcome of the strategy was.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Have you had experience working with various constituent groups in an organization as it relates to donor-funded accounts?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Please describe your experience with building a process/policy/procedure where none had existed previously.

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
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    Job Location

    Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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