Overview:
The Vice President, Development leads enterprise fundraising strategy, driving philanthropic growth aligned with organizational priorities. This role oversees major gifts, planned giving, and grateful patient programs while personally managing a portfolio of principal and major donors.
This is a pivotal leadership opportunity during a period of meaningful transformation for the Development function. Community Health System is investing in a refreshed, forward-looking vision for philanthropy—strengthening internal capabilities, expanding community engagement, and building a more integrated, impact-driven fundraising model.
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the VP partners with senior leadership, physicians, and board members to advance high-impact philanthropic initiatives that support clinical excellence, innovation, and community health.
Why Join Us
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of philanthropy at Community Health System.
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Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek
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Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on delivering exceptional care and quality
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Eligible for annual incentive program, progressive sign-on incentive and comprehensive relocation package
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Flexible Time Off provides freedom to vacation, minus the accrual wait time
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403(b)-retirement plan with leading matching contributions, as well as a 457(b) plan
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
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Serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Development Officer; help shape and execute enterprise fundraising strategy
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Design and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan aligned with organizational priorities and growth initiatives
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Manage a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects; secure six- and seven-figure gifts
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Evolve and scale major gifts, planned giving, and grateful patient programs to achieve revenue goals
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Partner with executive leadership, physicians, and board members to identify and advance philanthropic opportunities
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Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth
Qualifications:
Education
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field required
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Master’s degree preferred
Experience
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10+ years of progressive leadership experience in fundraising, development, or related external affairs roles
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Demonstrated success securing major and principal gifts, including six- to seven-figure contributions
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Experience leading teams and complex fundraising programs, ideally in healthcare or a similarly complex environment
Disclaimers:
- Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
- If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.
