Job Description
Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the University of Louisville in the search for a Director of Philanthropy, College of Arts & Sciences as the university builds towards a transformative comprehensive campaign.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Philanthropy, College of Arts & Sciences, the Director of Philanthropy, College of Arts & Sciences will play a key role individually and collectively in cultivating long-term relationships with donors who have the capacity to make transformative gifts, while leveraging the relationships and vision of university leaders to secure support for strategic university priorities and initiatives. The Director of Philanthropy will be a seasoned and exceptional team-oriented fundraising professional with a demonstrated successful history in securing high-dollar philanthropic gifts. The Director will provide creative and visionary leadership and coordination of fundraising endeavors for university-wide programs. They will convene campus partners and advise on the development of coordinated strategies aimed to maximize the lifetime engagement and support of a portfolio of high-net-worth prospects. They will help assemble key university members together with prospects around strategic funding priorities.
As one of only 21 universities in the United States to earn recognition by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and Opportunity College university, UofL is uniquely positioned to impact lives in areas of student success, research, and innovation. Also recognized as a Carnegie Community Engaged university, the university's dynamic connection with local and global communities provides unparalleled opportunities for students and citizens. UofL prepares today's students to be tomorrow's leaders, whatever their passions may be. UofL's more than 24,000 students study in 12 schools and colleges offering undergraduate degrees inmore than 60 fields, master's degrees inover 75 areas, and doctoral and professional degrees in more than 35 disciplines. UofL is a producer of top scholars, including over 170 Fulbright Scholarships awarded since 2003 more than all other Kentucky four-year public institutions combined.
As UofL's largest academic unit, the College of Arts and Sciences offers a diverse range of opportunities from over 30 departments and programs in natural and physical sciences, social and behavioral sciences, and arts and humanities. Since its founding in 1907, the College has been at the forefront of liberal arts education, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and innovative research. It is home to a vibrant community of scholars, researchers, and students, all dedicated to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and making a positive impact on the world.
A bachelor's degree and at least four years of experience are required for this position. Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience as a fundraising leader in a complex, decentralized, comprehensive university environment, an advanced degree, and/or a professional fundraising certification are preferred. The University of Louisville will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to UofL, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and rsum. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the University of Louisville, as well as the responsibilities and qualifications stated in the prospectus.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000 annually.
The University of Louisville is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Tonya Malik-Carson at tonyamc@aspenleadershipgroup.com .
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