Vice President of Development

Position Summary

The Vice President of Development (VP) will serve as the leader of the Development department for the Burke Rehabilitation Hospital. Reporting to the Executive Director , the VP will lead a comprehensive development program and provide strategic vision to significantly increase philanthropic revenue. The VP will oversee all aspects of development, including major gifts, annual fund, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, stewardship, and events.

The VP will partner closely with the Board of Trustees, Development Committee, executive leadership, and clinical / research leaders to cultivate transformative gifts and expand Burke’s philanthropic base.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Burke’s mission and strategic priorities.
• Lead the planning and execution of major fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
• Fundraising & Donor Relations
• Manage a personal portfolio of 75–100 major donors and prospects.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts at the major and principal gift levels.
• Build and strengthen the grateful patient program, planned giving, and corporate / foundation partnerships.

Board & Leadership Engagement

Team Leadership & Operations

Qualifications

Why Join Burke

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to :

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