Development Associate (5326BR)

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include three major museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

 

General Purpose:

As part of a team, collaborate with Director of Development for Yale College and an array of Office of Development senior staff to successfully meet the goals of the Yale College Tomorrow campaign. Conduct intensive writing, research and project coordination for Yale College within the Office of Development.

 

Position Description: Design, develop and produce reports and analyses by report generation and manipulation of information systems, including our primary Alumni database. Reports will be used by Director to track progress of fundraising efforts on behalf of the College and to manage Campaign events, cultivation and solicitation.Interact with staff in Yale College Dean’s Office to provide a variety of content and guidance to staff in the Major Gifts, Principal Gifts and Reunion Giving Departments regarding proposals, stewardship and gifts to Yale College. Working closely with the Yale College business office and Yale College program staff, manage the stewardship reporting process for over 100 restricted funds in the College. Draft a wide variety of written materials, including correspondence for the Dean of Yale College, detailed biographical and business briefings, correspondence, proposals, campaign news stories and gift agreements.Aid in the coordination and staffing of Yale College>>Tomorrow special events; report on progress of event follow-up and help compile and maintain invitation lists; work in conjunction with the Special Events staff and/or the Director, Campaign Special Projects as necessary. Build strong relationships with staff in the College and Office of Development and serve as a key contact on questions relating to various departmental needs.Respond to donor and volunteer requests and inquiries. Assist with the assignment of tasks to student workers.

 

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and two years of experience as a project coordinator and/or professional writing experience or other related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.Experience with online research and public information sources. Preferred: Experience in a university setting or with development work; advanced degree; familiarity with Yale.

 

Application: For more information and immediate consideration, please apply online at www.Yale.edu/jobs- the STARS req ID for this position is 5326BR. Please be sure to reference source code IMBXX when applying for this position.

 

We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.



Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.