Senior Associate Director of Development

11-Apr-2024

David Geffen School of Drama at Yale - Development/Alumni Affairs Administration

87754BR

University Job Title

Corporate And Foundation Relations Officer 2

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Compensation Grade

development

Compensation Grade Profile

Corporate And Foundations Officer (25)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Administration

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

222 York Street
New Haven, CT 06511

Position Focus:

The position is key to the success of the Office of Development and Alumni Affairs. Working in concert with the Senior Director of Development, the Senior Associate Director will plan and initiate objectives and strategy to accomplish the goals of the department. These include: staffing and developing the Board of Advisors, working closely with foundation donors, and collaborating with Yale Central Development on new prospects. This position is also responsible for writing and editing and serving as the Managing Editor of the Schools' Annual Magazine.

Essential Duties

1. Identifies and analyzes corporate/foundation prospects. 2. Makes initial, exploratory and actual solicitation visits to corporations and foundations. 3. Decides merits of projects to be presented to donors for their consideration. 4. Assesses and matches projects according to donor preference and University need. 5. Recommends to higher-level authorities the appropriate interest match with University capital, program and curricula needs. 6. Plans and executes fund raising programs 7. Directs efforts of researchers and writers in gathering and circulating information about prospects. 8. Supervises a staff of exempt and non-exempt employees. 9. Attains fund raising goals from corporations and foundations. 10. Conceives and develops appropriate strategies for soliciting funds from corporations and foundations. 11. Meets fund raising goals for prospects. 12. Fosters and maintains positive donor relations. 13. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and six years of development experience or other related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Editing and writing skills along with the ability to develop interesting content suitable for web and non-web distribution.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Superior demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Excellent proofreading and editing skills. Proven ability to adapt to changing technologies.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to effectively deal with all levels within the organization.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Proven ability to multi-task and work independently. Demonstrated ability working in a fast-paced team environment with multiple priorities and deadlines. Proven project management experience.

Weekend Hours Required?

Yes

Evening Hours Required?

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

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https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

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