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Form of workEvents Management Specialist Senior
Requisition Number:RE43686
Working Title:Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator
Department Name:14000:Office Of Development
Work Location:Lexington, KY
Grade Level:45
Salary Range:$46,806-77,226/year
Type of Position:Staff
Position Time Status :Full-Time
Required Education:MA
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Required Related Experience:1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification:None.
Physical Requirements:Ability to move through building and to attend meetings across campus and off campus, sitting for long periods of time and repetitive motion tasks.
Shift:Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Some evenings and weekends as needed.
Job Summary:UK Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement is seeking a creative, forward-thinking and organized candidate for the Event Coordinator position. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Stakeholder Events, the Event Coordinator creates relevant, meaningful content and events. The position will coordinate event/project marketing logistics in conjunction with program coordinator and marketing team. The position will also execute initiatives designed to engage donors and members through partnerships with college and unit philanthropy officers that advance prospect relationships and enhance the donor pipeline.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members and partners. • Understanding of higher education.; • Knowledge of best practices in advancement generally and alumni relations specifically.; • Demonstrated connection or familiarity with the University of Kentucky.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :No
Preferred Education/Experience:• Minimum of two years’ experience in higher education, alumni relations, association management or in a closely related field.; • Demonstrated organizational skills and excellent written and verbal communications skills.; • the ability to work effectively with people as partners and team members.; • Experience with event planning, oversight and direction.; • Significant and progressively responsible experience in the management and integration of marketing, communications and strategic planning, • Experience working with diverse groups of people and a demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Deadline to Apply:02/12/2024
University Community of Inclusion:The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
