Yale University
Location
New Haven, CT | United States
Job description
1. Drafts a variety of written materials, including detailed individual prospect briefings and endowed gift agreements, proposals in support of specific University initiatives and internal and external correspondence that conforms to the style and voice of the sender. 2. Coordinates research on individual donors and the history and status of gift commitments as needed by gift officers and other University officials. Ensures the accuracy of gift acknowledgments and all information communicated to donors and prospects. 3. Prepares reports on prospect pools summarizing giving, status, affiliation and other data points, as needed. 4. Assists in the coordination of special events, including dedications, donor recognition events and celebration of special initiatives to ensure timely and successful completion of the proceedings. 5. Designs and produces ad hoc reports based on data extracted from primary databases to support fund raising programs. 6. Oversees stewardship functions to ensure that donors receive ongoing communication regarding the benefits of their gifts to Yale. 7. Supports fundraising directors and gift officers in a range of additional activities related to the University's development effort, as needed. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skill/ability 1: Demonstrated ability to initiate/complete tasks thoroughly, independently, and in a timely manner. Has time management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Ability to manage multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines, while producing a quality end-product.
Required Skill/ability 2: Strong written and oral communications skills and proficiency in communicating effectively and appropriately with members of the team and colleagues throughout the organization. Demonstrated ability to write for an external audience and research capabilities with a keen attention to detail.
Required Skill/ability 3: Strong technological skills with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of software with a heavy emphasis on Excel. Comfort learning new technologies and learning to work within new platforms such as MS Teams, Qwirl, and EverTrue.
Required Skill/ability 4: Ability to conduct data analysis, work with financial information, and perform intermediate level research utilizing internet resources. Ability and willingness to achieve proficiency with sophisticated internal database, which includes generating reports and queries regularly.
Required Skill/ability 5: Commitment to an inclusive workplace. Ability to engage with diverse audiences (age, gender, nationality, race/ethnicity, profession, sexual orientation, etc.). Possesses high level of professionalism, maturity, sound judgement, integrity, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Preferred Education: At least three years in a university or professional setting.
Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Posting Position Title: Development Coordinator 1
University Job Title: Program Coordinator, Leadership Giving
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: At least three years in a university or professional setting.
Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level and a high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
About Yale University
Yale University is an American private Ivy League research university located in New Haven, Connecticut. Founded in 1701 in the Colony of Connecticut, the university is the third-oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
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