Asst/Assoc Dir of Development Initiatives, Development

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Overview

Reporting to the Associate Vice President (AVP) and exercising a high level of independence, the Assistant/Associate Director is responsible for a wide range of fundraising support initiatives and activities. The Assistant/Associate Director of Development Initiatives plays a pivotal role in defining, establishing, and maintaining best practices in support of the objectives and key results of the six units reporting up to AVP. Specific responsibilities include: lead, plan, direct, manage, and execute a variety of complex projects; prepare (editing and writing) and manage complex proposals, presentations, or other deliverables; manage university and department interactions on behalf of the AVP; coordinate interactions with senior development and university leadership; oversee unit-based stewardship in consultation and coordination with central stewardship staff; serve as executive editor on behalf of the AVP; collaborate on events; provide administrative oversight including supervising the program coordinator and preparing and organizing meeting agendas; and coordinate inter-unit communications and activities. Participates in the identification of funding sources, initiatives and strategies. Manages the strategic planning process and oversees progress toward achieving project goals and culture shaping action plans. Conducts research, analyzes data, and identifies and summarizes trends. Develops and prepares high-level reports. Serves as a liaison with other university departments and reports out on projects at meetings and events. Individual will be hired at the Assistant Director or Associate Director level depending upon experience.
 

Required Skills & Abilities

1: Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete projects independently, proactively, creatively, intuitively and on-time. Proven team player with skills to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines from senior leadership in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing quality of work product.

2: Strong written/oral communications skills and proficiency in communicating appropriately with multiple constituencies. Demonstrated organizational and research capabilities, and strong attention to detail.

3: Commitment to an inclusive workplace.

4: Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Skills with database software and reporting tools. Ability in learning and teaching new technologies.

5: High level of professionalism, judgment and integrity. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Fundraising experience in higher education.

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Occasional

Evening Hours Required?

Occasional

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Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

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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.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

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 position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through  their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy 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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