Program Manager, Corporate & Foundation Relations

Yale Cancer Center; New Haven, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale University is seeking a Program Manager for Corporate and Foundation Relations to lead CFR operations, coordinate staff, and manage complex donor reporting and communications. The role oversees governance of gifts and grants processing, collaborates with Sponsored Projects, and supports strategic fundraising initiatives with university leadership.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with strong editorial, interpersonal, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and editorial skills are essential.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and oversees programmatic activities to advance CFR goals.
• Tracks activities and informs leadership with progress and metrics.
• Develops and maintains operational policies and procedures; implements best practices.
• Hires and supervises staff; ensures timely completion of work and conducts reviews.
• Maintains quality standards for CFR materials and communications.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Professionalism

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AI reporting

Database systems

Job description

Overview

As a member of the ODV Corporate and Foundation Relations team, the Program Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations is responsible for the leadership, oversight, and coordination of the operations of the unit in support of university fundraising priorities and academic initiatives. Reporting jointly to a Senior Associate Director and Associate Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations, and in coordination with unit colleagues, the Program Manager:

• Leads the CFR operations team, which includes both oversight of clerical and technical (C&T) staff and management of key CFR initiatives with managerial and professional (M&P) staff.
• Works in a highly collegial manner with multiple other fundraising teams at Yale on a wide range of projects, with particular emphasis on projects and awards involving complex research initiatives.
• In consultation with team leaders, oversees a stewardship and donor communications (including acknowledgments, letters of congratulation/condolence, and other communications) program for CFR donors and prospects to ensure timely and accurate reporting, leadership outreach, and other communications as directed.
• Provides expert oversight, support, and implementation for various written materials, including research reports for CFR donors and prospects, briefings, agendas, biographies, and other documents involving academic and other complex content.
• Manages and directs processing of CFR contributions designated as gifts and grants. Supports gift settlement processes by overseeing payment receipt process for corporate and foundation donors, including interacting with donor payment portals, accounts receivable systems, and other similar mechanisms. Engages in complex problem solving to achieve objectives.
• Coordinates work with the Office of Sponsored Projects and other teams as required.
• Interacts with corporations and foundation prospects as appropriate. May serve as primary relationship manager for select cases requiring complex stewardship, revenue collection/settlement, or internal coordination with development colleagues.
• Directs business processes and unit information management and oversees best practices to ensure the accurate and timely recording of CFR fundraising activities, including records management, data preservation, and revenue reporting.
• Engages and strategizes with colleagues from CFR, other fundraising teams and leadership on complex fundraising steps, such as site visits, internal client meetings, or other fundraising needs.
• Undertakes special unit projects at the direction of the University Director, CFR, and other fundraisers within CFR.

The following principal responsibilities are generic in nature. Applicants will find the information in this position focus to be most relevant to the needs of the position.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Superior interpersonal skills. Ability to train and coach staff with varying experience and expertise. Ability to interact in a professional manner with senior administrators and donors.

2. Excellent verbal and written communication and editorial skills, quantitative skills, and attention to detail. Strong information management and computer skills and demonstrated proficiency using database systems and AI to produce reports and other analysis. Cover letter required with application.

3. Professionalism, maturity, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

4. Ability to prioritize work, multi-task, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Ability to initiate and apply creative solutions.

5. Ability to work well independently and as part of a diverse team.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Experience in a University setting or with development work.

2. Familiarity with Yale.

3. Experience working directly with senior executives, faculty, or administrators.

4. Ability to design, implement, and document business, information, and report management processes and policies.

5. Experience supervising and mentoring staff. Advanced degree desirable.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Plans, directs and oversees programmatic activities in support of the overall mission. Initiates, develops and oversees projects that advance the unit’s goals.2. Tracks program activities and regularly informs leadership of progress. Recommends structural or programmatic adjustments, changes or additions based on full knowledge of mission, goals, and objectives. Develops, as needed, metrics to identify and measure success.3. Develops, implements, and maintains operational policies and procedures. Innovates and develops best practices in line with changing unit and departmental needs. Serves as a resource to the unit director and others, as needed, in the work of the team.4. Hires and supervises staff, overseeing workflow and ensuring equal distribution and timely completion of work. Meets regularly with direct reports and provides feedback and conducts reviews. Evaluates team productivity and makes necessary adjustments.5. Sets and maintains quality standards for all materials provided by and for the unit. Devises and implements plans for communications with stakeholders and others.6. May participate in training of new staff to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the resources and procedures within the unit.7. May hire and directly supervises unit’s student employees, including training and coordination of project assignments.8. Keeps abreast of University information, disseminating to team members as appropriate.9. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

09/21/2026

Job Category

Manager

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Supervisor; Senior Associate (M4)

Salary Range

$55,000.00 - $85,000.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

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 basedon 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 throughtheir hiring department.

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