1. Drafts a variety of written materials, including detailed individual prospect briefings and gift indentures, 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:  Outstanding organizational skills, ability to prioritize work to meet tight deadlines. Ability to multi-task for multiple staff members while successfully handling competing priorities. Exceptional attention to detail including reviewing and analyzing information from disparate sources and synthesizing that information in a cogent and concise form.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to function effectively in a large office setting. Team player, ability to be flexible and cooperative. Ability to represent the Office of Development & Alumni Relations well in working collegially with peers, colleagues, and others within and outside the School and University.

Required Skill/ability 3:  

Strong communication skills. Ability to draft and proofread correspondence and written materials. High level of accuracy for writing communications and entering and manipulating data. Candidates are strongly encouraged to provide a cover letter.