Dean for Alumni Affairs and De (hms_harvard)

Job Description

Position Description

Harvard Medical School (HMS) seeks a dynamic leader and ambitious fundraiser to serve as the Dean for Alumni Affairs and Development (AA&D). This key role is designed for an individual passionate about advancing Harvard Medical School’s mission of medical research, scholarship, and education through innovative philanthropy and dynamic alumni engagement. The position offers a unique opportunity to build upon HMS’s strong philanthropic legacy to secure support aligned with the Dean’s vision for the future of HMS.

As a key member of the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine’s executive leadership team, the Dean for AA&D will lead a team of approximately 50 development and alumni engagement professionals with an annual fundraising goal of greater than $200M. This leader will serve as the chief architect of HMS’s fundraising strategy, cultivating partnerships with influential donors, alumni, and stakeholders to unlock transformative giving opportunities. Mentoring, managing, retaining, and recruiting top-tier development staff are essential to success in this role and within the competitive Boston philanthropic community. 

The Dean for AA&D will collaborate closely with the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, senior administration, faculty, the central university development organization, donors, prospects, and alumni to achieve institutional and departmental fundraising goals, align strategies with the school's mission, and assess future needs.
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The Dean for AA&D will be tasked with cultivating and soliciting major donors, broadening our prospect pool, professionally and proactively stewarding existing donors, and actively engaging with the alumni community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute innovative strategies to expand donor relationships, steward existing supporters, and secure major, principal, and transformational gifts that align with HMS’s ambitious goals.
• Strengthen ties with a global network of 10,000+ MD, Master’s, and PhD graduates, fostering lifelong connections to the institution and creating meaningful opportunities for engagement.
• Inspire and mentor a high-performing team, championing a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in fundraising and alumni relations. 
• Manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects, working closely with the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine to develop strategies for securing transformational gifts.
• Build strong partnerships with HMS faculty, volunteers, other Harvard schools, and the central development staff to align fundraising initiatives with institutional priorities.
• Spearhead large-scale fundraising campaigns, leveraging HMS’s strong philanthropic legacy to ensure sustained growth and impact.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of senior-level fundraising and leadership experience in a complex academic or scientific research environment.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Proven track record of leading $100M+ fundraising campaigns or greater, expanding donor relationships, and securing major, principal, and transformative gifts in alignment with ambitious institutional priorities.
• Extensive experience managing volunteer programs and diverse major gift fundraising.
• Ability to engage and influence donors and build long-term relationships.
• Proven ability to build, lead, and inspire high-performing teams.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• High energy, passion, and enthusiasm for HMS’s mission.
• Transparent and collaborative leadership style, ensuring broad communication and active engagement from faculty and administrators.
• Ability to navigate complex environments, engage multiple stakeholders, and maintain leadership continuity amid changing priorities.

Additional Information

Cover letters are strongly encouraged as part of the application process.

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Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.

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EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.