Dear :

Thank you for giving us the opportunity to consider you for the position of .

Your qualifications are excellent but do not quite fit the position open at this time. You have a strong background and your experience in is impressive, but right now we need someone who is stronger in .

We will keep your file active, and when there is an opening to fit your qualifications, we will inform you.

Sincerely yours,

[name]

[title]