Managing Director, Alumni Fund — Strategic Fundraising Leader

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yale universityNew Haven (CT)

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About the role

Yale University is seeking a Managing Director for the Yale Alumni Fund to provide strategic vision and operational leadership of Yale's annual giving program. You will lead a team of about 25 professionals, drive donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, and align efforts with university priorities across Development, Alumni Affairs, and Yale College. The role focuses on expanding donor engagement, building a post-campaign pipeline, and strengthening leadership-level giving while

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