Job Title

Philanthropy Officer Sr - Regional

Requisition Number

RE56103

Working Title

Major Gifts Director-Northern Kentucky

Department Name

14000:Office Of Philanthropy

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

49

Salary Range

$73,861-121,888/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

7 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Performing repetitive motion tasks. Effectively communicating with individuals from various backgrounds and professional levels. Travel throughout the region for donor meetings.

Shift

Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; and some nights and weekends..

Job Summary

UK Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement is seeking a Director of Regional Philanthropy for the Northern Kentucky/Ohio area. Managed by the Assistant Vice President for College/Unit Philanthropy, the Philanthropy Officer Senior—Regional (Director of Regional Philanthropy) is responsible for increasing major gifts private support yield in the Northern Kentucky/Ohio region. With a primary focus on major gift fundraising, the incumbent will collaborate with college and unit gift officers to engage in progressively more sophisticated philanthropic giving conversations with major gift donors and prospects of greater capacity. The Director of Regional Philanthropy is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major gift donors and prospects. The incumbent is responsible for developing and maintaining a portfolio and making face-to-face visits with major gift donors and prospects annually to advance the philanthropic relationship between them and the university. You will be based in the Northern Kentucky area and serve donors in the Northern Kentucky and Ohio region. This is a fully remote role with regular travel for in-person donor visits within an assigned region and occasional travel to campus for team meetings. Additionally, the Director of Regional Philanthropy may be assigned special projects to secure private support for University priorities. 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! Click Here to find out more about how UK provides exceptional benefits in its commitment to taking care of you. Work location is regional around the Northern Kentucky/Ohio area

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will be a strong, collaborative leader with a proven record of success in building and sustaining relationships that foster major gift giving. This position requires an individual who understands person-to-person relationships and has the ability to convincingly articulate the vision and priorities of the University and match them to the interests of prospective donors.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 7 years of professional fund raising experience; a demonstrated record of success and a minimum of 3 years in successful management of fundraising work planning. Experience at a higher education institution and an understanding of the Land-grant mission is preferred. Driver’s License preferred.

Deadline to Apply

11/12/2026

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Bachelor's degree; 7+ years fundraising experience; 3+ years management of fundraising work planning; driver's license preferred; travel for donor meetings; some nights and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• soliciting major gifts
• managing donor portfolio
• stewarding donors

Job Details

• Category: Business Operations
• Seniority: Senior Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — Kentucky or Ohio
• Salary: USD 73,861 – 121,888 / year
• Languages: English

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