Senior Director of Philanthropy, College of Business
 University Of Louisville | |
 United States, Kentucky, Louisville | |
 Nov 06, 2025 | |
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Reporting to the Executive Director of Philanthropy, Schools and Colleges, the Senior Director of Philanthropy, College of Business will be responsible for the creation and execution of a strategic fundraising plan and will be coordinated with the Executive Director of Philanthropy for Schools & Colleges, the Sr. Associate Vice President of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement, and the Dean for the College of Business. This position 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 Senior Director will manage unit fundraising staff professionals, establish objectives and priorities, set performance goals and productivity metrics, and evaluate performance in accordance with PAE staff measurables. The Sr. Director will provide appropriate levels of training, mentoring, and professional development, assign and direct projects, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the team. 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. The College of Business at the University of Louisville enhances the intellectual and economic vitality of Louisville, the region, and the broader business world through its academic programs, research, and community outreach activities. They strongly believe that lives improve through entrepreneurship, innovation, critical and rigorous thinking, diverse ideas, and people. Their mission is to prepare their students for successful careers with a curriculum that reflects an entrepreneurial mindset, the global economy, and the importance of ethical practices. A bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience is required for this position. Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience as a fundraising leader in a complex, decentralized, comprehensive university environment, advanced degree, and/or a professional fundraising certification is 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 $110,000 to $126,000 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 attonyamc@aspenleadershipgroup.com. To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/5671. jeid-9fca06c0e15e43459a9507d9bb94d93a recblid 45dbc58lxx55v1e2h79i7i7rkr0uwz | |
