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Job Title Administrative Services Asst Senior/UKHC Requisition Number RE35209 Working Title Philanthropy Communications Associate Senior Department Name H3996:EVPHA Development Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 09 Salary Range $21.00-34.29/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

AA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to regularly sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time. Occasional job-related travel may be required (less than 10% of time). Shift Primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Additional evening/weekend hours may occasionally be required in order to meet job and departmental business needs. Job Summary The UK HealthCare and College of Medicine Philanthropy department is seeking a Senior Communications Associate to support the Director of Donor Communications and Engagement in the planning and implementation of a strategic communication plan for donors and natural partners. The Senior Communications Associate will help prepare materials that inspire donors to support UK HealthCare’s vital mission, including (but not limited to) patient stories, direct mail pieces, proposals, cases for support, blog posts, and staff communications. S/he will also be expected to manage elements of a communication plan under supervision of the Director, such as the development of a content calendar for blog posts, and coordinate closely with the Stewardship team. The successful candidate for this role will have impeccable oral and written communication skills and the ability to adapt to writing in the philanthropic voice. Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is a must. Competency in PowerPoint is important; rudimentary knowledge of graphic design software (e.g., Canva) and/or video editing (iMovie) a plus but not required.

There is an IEBC being considered for this position.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

A complete application will include a writing sample attached as Specific Request 1: Please provide a recent writing sample (case for support, proposal, impact report, brochure, etc.) Skills / Knowledge / Abilities MS Windows, Excel, PowerPoint; knowledge of database programs; and familiarity with design software (e.g., Canva) and/or rudimentary video editing (e.g., iMovie) is a plus but not required. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience At least two years of paid, full-time employment experience with professional writing, marketing, public relations, or fundraising communications. Deadline to Apply 08/01/2022 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.



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