Major Gifts Officer

Yale University is seeking an experienced major gifts officer to join our development team. The successful applicant will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and stewarding major individual prospects and donors to Yale. This is an exciting opportunity to have a direct impact on the future of Yale University and the many students, faculty, staff, and alumni it serves.We are looking for a qualified individual with a deep appreciation for Yale’s mission and values, and proven success in major gift fundraising. The successful major gifts officer must have a minimum of five years’ experience in a fundraising or related field, as well as a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Candidates should also have experience in developing and managing relationships with major donors, as well as a track record of successful fundraising. In addition to the above qualifications, the successful major gift officer should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a high degree of organizational ability, and a passion for philanthropy. This position requires an individual who will bring a creative, energetic, and highly motivated approach to the job. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Yale students, faculty, and staff, we invite you to apply.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Major Gifts Officer in New Haven, CT, USA is between $57,000 and $87,000 per year. The median salary for this position is $71,000.

Yale University is a private Ivy League research university in New Haven, Connecticut. Founded in 1701, it is the third-oldest institution of higher education in the United States and one of the nine Colonial Colleges chartered before the American Revolution. Yale is ranked as one of the top universities in the world.