Department Name: 81016:Office of Philanthropy and Alumni
Job Summary:
The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a professional to join the Office of Philanthropy & Alumni. As Director of the Alumni Association, the successful candidate will serve as the primary entity for all alumni engagement activities and report to the Senior Director of Philanthropy & Alumni.
This role will oversee and execute strategic planning, communication, and alumni events/programming for the college's nearly 25,000 alumni. In addition, this role will oversee the Board of Directors and be responsible for the management of all board functions. They will work closely with various stakeholders, leaders, faculty, and volunteers while attending programmatic meetings to represent alumni interests. Previous experience in alumni relations, fundraising, board management or related fields is preferred. Travel is expected.
Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:
Event management experience. Graphic and communications training. Experience with InDesign and Adobe programs.
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
BA
Required Related Experience:
4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification :
None
Preferred Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree plus five or more years related experience preferred.
University Community of Inclusion:
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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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.
Adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. UK's campus covers more than 814 acres, with more than 30,700 students and 13,500 full-time employees, including nearly 2,400 full-time faculty and librarians.