Development AVP Tufts Medical Center

About Tufts Medicine:

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. The health system is the principal teaching affiliate for Tufts University School of Medicine. The strong relationship between Tufts Medicine and Tufts University School of Medicine is evident in our governance, academic and research structure. Tufts Medicine is comprised of the following clinical entities:

·         Tufts Medicine Professional Group (TMPG)

·         Tufts Medicine Integrated Network (TMIN)

·         Tufts Medical Center

·         Lowell General Hospital

·         MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford

·         Tufts Care at Home

Job Overview

The AVP of Development at Tufts Medical Center will serve as a senior leader within Tufts Medicine’s advancement organization, responsible for shaping and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports the institution’s mission of clinical excellence, research, and education. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer of Tufts Medicine and working in close collaboration with the President of Tufts Medical Center, this individual will oversee a high-performing team and act as a key liaison to the TMC Board of Trustees, building and strengthening relationships to drive philanthropic growth.

This is a pivotal role for a visionary and strategic fundraising professional with a deep commitment to the mission of urban academic healthcare. The AVP of Development will be charged with elevating the development program through bold idea generation, major and principal gift cultivation, and collaborative partnerships across the organization. A track record of leading successful campaigns, building strong donor and clinician engagement, and developing high-functioning teams will be essential to advancing Tufts Medical Center’s philanthropic impact and long-term sustainability.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MPA, or related) preferred.

2. Ten (10) years of progressively responsible development experience, including leadership roles in major and principal gift fundraising.

3. Proven success in securing six-, seven-, and eight-figure gifts from individual donors, foundations, or corporations.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree in business (MBA), public administration (MPA), or in a related field.

2. Significant experience in an academic medical center or healthcare-related institution, with a deep understanding of the tripartite mission: clinical care, research, and education.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Manages and inspires a high-performing development team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

2. Leads and executes the development strategy for Tufts Medical Center, in alignment with the broader goals of Tufts Medicine and its Academic Health Enterprise.

3. Builds and maintains strong relationships with major donors, trustees, and key stakeholders, with a focus on cultivating and soliciting major and principal gifts.

4. Partners closely with the Chief Development Officer of Tufts Medicine and the President of Tufts Medical Center to set fundraising priorities and align development goals with institutional strategy.

5. Serves as a strategic advisor and development partner to the Tufts Medical Center Board of Trustees, supporting their engagement in fundraising and philanthropic advocacy.

6. Drives the creation and packaging of “big ideas” that reflect the mission and ambitions of the medical center, in collaboration with clinical, academic, and research leaders.

7. Oversees donor engagement, stewardship, and recognition strategies, ensuring an exceptional experience across the giving lifecycle.

8. Supports the development and execution of major fundraising initiatives and campaigns, including capital, endowment, and comprehensive campaigns.

9. Ensures compliance with fundraising ethics, data integrity, and gift policies, and contribute to continuous proce