Philanthropy Officer Senior-Major Gifts

Posting Details

Job Title:

Philanthropy Officer Senior-Major Gifts

Requisition Number: RE52937

Working Title:

Director of Philanthropy-Internal Medicine Department

Name: 14000 Office Of Philanthropy

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 48

Salary Range: $62,/year

Type of Position:
Staff Position

Time Status:
Full-Time

Required

Education:

BA

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Required Related

Experience:

7 years

Required License/Registration/Certification:
None

Physical Requirements:

Extended periods of sitting and standing; repetitive motion tasks; standing and/or walking with up to 10 lbs. Traveling around the city and region for donor meetings.

Shift: Primarily Monday through Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends per departmental needs.

The University of Kentucky’s Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is seeking a Director of Philanthropy – Internal Medicine, a frontline fundraiser who will play a pivotal role in advancing one of the nation’s leading academic health systems. This position offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on patient care, medical research, and education by securing major philanthropic investments that directly support the Department of Internal Medicine.

The Director of Philanthropy will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, cultivating long‑term relationships that lead to significant philanthropic support. Working in close collaboration with faculty leaders, department chairs, and colleagues across UK Health Care and PAE, the Director will translate complex medical and research priorities into compelling cases for support. This individual will:

• Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans to achieve annual and long‑term goals.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects (typically $25,000+).
• Conduct high‑impact donor visits and prepare customized proposals.
• Partner with medical faculty, leadership, and administrative colleagues to align philanthropic priorities with institutional needs.
• Represent the University of Kentucky as an ambassador for innovation, compassion, and discovery in health care.

We’re seeking a mission‑driven relationship builder who brings a proven record of success in major gift fundraising, preferably in healthcare, higher education, or complex nonprofit environments. Exceptional communication and storytelling skills with the ability to inspire donors around life‑changing programs and research. Strategic thinking, intellectual curiosity, and professional integrity. A collaborative approach that thrives within a values‑based culture.

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!

Why UK? UK Health Care is home to cutting‑edge medical innovation, world‑class faculty, and nationally recognized clinical programs. As part of our philanthropy team, you’ll help advance the work of experts – ensuring that Kentucky families have access to leading‑edge care close to home.

The ability to work within a complex healthcare environment, navigating a matrix of relationships to engage donors in the mission of UK and our various programs; outstanding written and oral communication skills; superior interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to work effectively and cooperatively with volunteers, administration, physicians, staff, and donors; self‑motivation with enormous energy and a capacity for hard work in a goal‑oriented environment;

demonstrated ability to leverage effectively the time of physicians and others in contact with donors. This includes strong preparation and good judgement; maturity and unquestioned integrity, particularly as it relates to patient medical information; must comply with HIPAA privacy law; the ability to travel to meet…