At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Leadership Giving, the Development Officer will manage a portfolio of donors, focusing on qualifying, engaging, and soliciting for ongoing annual support. As a key member of a dynamic team, this role will collaborate within the Leadership and Annual Giving Team and across the broader organization, including Research, Information Services and Events. While the primary focus will be on securing unrestricted support for the Brigham Fund, the Development Officer will also have the opportunity to work on gifts supporting all areas and priorities across the hospital.The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator—through email, virtually and in person—curious, detail-oriented, driven and a self-starter with a deep desire to excel in healthcare philanthropy.
Brigham and Women’s Hospital is a large and complex organization, a qualified candidate should be able to collaborate with organizational leadership, development staff, faculty, and physicians to further a culture of care, community, and philanthropy.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
3+ years of relevant fundraising experience, preferably in a non-profit.
1+ years’ experience working in prospect management or supporting the prospect management process.
Experience with medical fundraising in a hospital or an academic institute is preferred, but not required.
Must possess advanced knowledge/skills of Microsoft Office suite of products.
Fundraising Platform or CRM experience preferred, but not required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Upbeat colleague
Flexibility in work style and the ability to multitask.
Hardworking demeanor and an appreciation for a fast-paced, professional environment.
Genuine passion for philanthropy and advancing the hospital’s mission of patient care, teaching and research.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work autonomously under pressure of multiple and sequential target date.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
399 Revolution Drive
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
Brigham, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.