Yale University is one of the world’s leading institutions of higher education, renowned for its commitment to teaching, research, scholarship, and service since its founding in 1701. With a global reputation for academic excellence and innovation, Yale advances knowledge across disciplines while strengthening communities locally and around the world. Supported by a distinguished faculty, dedicated trustees, and one of the most engaged alumni communities in higher education, Yale continues to shape future generations of leaders and scholars.
Yale Alumni Affairs and Development (AA&D) is among the most respected advancement organizations in higher education. The recently completed For Humanity campaign raised more than $7 billion, demonstrating the extraordinary commitment of Yale’s alumni, donors, volunteers, and friends. With nearly 400 advancement professionals, a worldwide alumni network of more than 175,000 graduates, and a culture of excellence, AA&D is exceptionally well positioned to build upon this momentum while deepening lifelong engagement and expanding philanthropic impact.
The Opportunity
The Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development will join Yale at this defining moment. Reporting directly to President Maurie McInnis and serving on both the President’s Cabinet and Vice Presidents Council, this leader will guide one of higher education’s premier advancement organizations while helping shape Yale’s future during a period of exceptional opportunity.
Following the successful completion of a landmark campaign, the University is focused on sustaining philanthropic momentum, strengthening alumni engagement across generations, and advancing ambitious academic priorities in an increasingly complex higher education landscape. Working closely with University leadership, trustees, deans, faculty, and volunteers, the Vice President will translate Yale’s academic vision into compelling opportunities for investment and partnership while serving as one of the institution’s most visible ambassadors.
Leading a comprehensive advancement enterprise and partnering closely with President McInnis and other university leaders, the Vice President will build on Yale’s tremendous philanthropic achievements and relationships. They will champion collaboration across Yale’s decentralized environment, strengthen and broaden relationships with one of the world’s most influential alumni communities, foster innovation through data and emerging technologies, and continue developing an outstanding advancement team to support Yale’s strategic priorities and long-term aspirations.
This is an extraordinary opportunity for an accomplished executive to help define Yale’s next era of engagement, philanthropy, and institutional impact while advancing one of the world’s most respected universities.
