Managing Director of Development

Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce

. Provide strategic vision to maximize philanthropic potential for the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • Washington • United StatesLead💰 $135,188 - $264,292 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in healthcare philanthropy and fundraising, with a proven track record of raising significant funds and managing diverse teams. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for cultivating relationships with donors and stakeholders while executing strategic fundraising initiatives.

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Healthcare Philanthropy ExperienceMajor Gift FundraisingTeam LeadershipFundraising Event ManagementStrategic Relationship Building

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Hard Skills

Fundraising StrategyMajor Gift FundraisingPlanned GivingPortfolio ManagementCampaign Goal Achievement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsDiplomacyInitiative

Tools & Technologies

Fundraising DatabasesSalesforce

Industry Keywords

Philanthropic RelationshipsCancer CenterAcademic Medical EnvironmentGeorgetown UniversityVolunteer Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic vision to maximize philanthropic potential for the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center
Serve as the center's lead fundraiser
Directly manage a team of fundraisers and oversee revenue-generation engagement opportunities and events
Create and implement the comprehensive plan for cancer-related fundraising needs at Georgetown
Design and execute fundraising events
Cultivate and develop partnerships with high-profile philanthropic relationships
Oversee major and principal gift fundraising, annual giving, special events, fundraising and stewardship
Establish relationships with LCCC and GUMC leaders to align philanthropic priorities with strategic goals
Build relationships with MedStar partners and central Advancement colleagues
Oversee the LCCC frontline development team of four major gift officers and the BellRinger team
Guide and advise LCCC leadership and faculty on development-related work
Manage LCCC-related volunteer groups as needed
Build and manage a portfolio of GUMC constituents, including grateful patients
Raise $5M or more annually as the portfolio matures
Conduct approximately 75 donor meetings annually
Manage development officers, event specialists and administrative staff totaling approximately 10 Advancement employees

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
At least 10-12+ years of experience in fundraising
At least 5 years of relevant experience in healthcare philanthropy and fundraising
Leadership experience, including staff supervision
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with diverse constituents, including donors, board members, volunteers, alumni, parents, friends, faculty, administrators and internal colleagues
Experience in advancement in an academic medical environment
Demonstrated track record of success in meeting major gift and campaign goals
High energy level and flexible nature
Strong prioritization and organizational skills; ability to meet and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
Ability to act with diplomacy and confidentiality in dealing with constituents
Demonstrated ability to be innovative and take initiative
Master's degree preferred
Experience working in a comprehensive cancer center or health care system
Principal and planned giving experience
Familiarity with fundraising databases or the Salesforce platform
Knowledge of Georgetown University

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
Retirement savings
Tuition assistance
Work-life balance benefits
Employee discounts
Voluntary insurance options
Professional development opportunities
Community involvement opportunities