Requisition Number: RE50271
Working TitleDirector of Strategic Initiatives
Department Name: 81010:College of Ag, Food and Environment
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 00
Type of Position: Staff
Required Education: No set minimum requirements.
Click here for more information about equivalencieshttps://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience: No set minimum requirements.
Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsTravel.ShiftPrimarily days, some evenings and weekends.Job SummaryThe Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a dynamic and collaborative professional to serve as its Director of Strategic Initiatives. The Director is a leadership position, serving as a critical driver of innovation and growth within the college. The Director will have two primary roles: (1) provide strategic planning, operational oversight, and administrative programming for the college's transformational gift; and (2) support the college's land-grant engagement activities by coordinating the engagement operations team and serving as a liaison to university partners.The ideal candidate will bring strong interpersonal and communication skills and a detail-oriented, team-based approach. Key responsibilities include:- Administrative Leadership: Guide the development and execution of college-wide strategies aligned with strategic goals and land-grant engagement priorities.
- Strategic Communication: Represent the college across the university and with key partners, including other colleges and UK Healthcare.
- Engagement Coordination: Manage and execute initiatives that strengthen stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
- Partnership Development: Lead strategic alliances with internal and external stakeholders to maximize the fund's reach and effectiveness.
- Budget Oversight: Ensure responsible and impactful use of resources through careful financial planning and reporting.
Why Join Us?
At Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, we offer a supportive environment that promotes professional growth through mentorship, development funds, and a culture of innovation. This is your chance to help shape the future of the college while contributing to a transformative legacy.To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesAttention to Detail, organized, team oriented, strong interpersonal & communication
skills, initiativeDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No
Preferred Education/ExperienceMaster's degree preferredOur University CommunityWe 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.
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