Chief Development Officer, Academic Medical Centers

Mass General Brigham
Boston, MA – United States

Mass General Brigham and WittKieffer have partnered in the search for an inaugural Chief Development Officer, Academic Medical Centers. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to serve two storied institutions in this newly created role. Reporting to the President of Academic Medical Centers, David F. M. Brown, MD, the Chief Development Officer (CDO) will be responsible for leading a unified philanthropy program by integrating the teamsat Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. By fully integrating these programs, the CDO will amplify the talents of an unstoppable, dedicated, and talented team of almost 400 professionals.

Located in Boston, Mass General Brigham, an integrated healthcare system providing comprehensive clinical care. Mass General Brigham has 12 hospitals in its system and five hospitals are nationally ranked, 15 affiliated community health centers, and 100 accredited physician residency and fellowship programs, continues its legacy of medical innovation, and delivers health equity programs to the New England community eliminating barriers to much needed medical services.

In the same way that single departments for each specialty across the Academic Medical Centers will be led by a single chair, the development program will also be led by a single leader with a donor-centric framework in mind. The new CDO will enthusiastically share the legacy of medical achievements of those who paved the way and share news of the latest advances in patient care. The CDO will also work Mass General Brigham leadership and the Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital Boards of Trustees, relevant committees, and advisory councils to engage them in philanthropic priorities and develop their capacities as ambassadors, fundraisers, and stewards for unique project and the broader Mass General Brigham vision.

Last fiscal year, Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital raised a combined $700 million. By identifying synergies, aligning fiscal and administrative programs, and organizing an ideal integrated organizational structure, the CDO will focus on achieving and sustaining a rolling average of $1 Billion in annual revenue within a 5-year period. The CDO will be a leader adept at prioritizing the needs across the Academic Medical Centers and supporting the overall vision of Mass General Brigham. This will require a CDO that will inspire transformational gift conversations among the institution's most generous donors and prospects.

The CDO will possess 20 years professional experience, building and leading highly successful development programs within an academic medical, healthcare, or higher education setting. This experience includes overseeing the planning and execution of successful capital campaigns and gift solicitations at the eight and nine-figure levels.

Please direct all nominations and applications to Melissa Fincher, Tom Quinn, and Jenna Brumleve via the WittKieffer Candidate Portal by clicking here.

Applications should include, as separate documents, a resume and a letter of interest. Review of applications has begun and will continue until the position is filled. For fullest consideration, all materials should be received by Tuesday, December 10th.

Please direct all applications, nominations and inquiries to the WittKieffer consultants assisting Mass General Brigham with this recruitment, preferably via e-mail, to MassGeneralBrighamdevelopment@wittkieffer.com.

Mass General Brigham values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.

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