Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communications for a portfolio of principal and transformational gift donors across Mass General Brigham, in partnership with gift officers, faculty and hospital leadership and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and execute high-priority writing and communications projects that advance fundraising priorities across Mass General Brigham, translating institutional priorities and funding opportunities into compelling donor-centered narratives.
• Deliverables include proposals, case statements, donor correspondence, stewardship materials, PowerPoint decks, talking points, leadership communications, and custom projects, e.g. event communications and follow-up, and gift announcements.
• Serve as a member of the Donor Project Management team, working closely with internal stakeholders, including development senior staff and leadership — as well as marketing and communications partners, donor project managers, gift officers, donor experience and donor relations colleagues, and others across the Mass General Brigham Development Office (MGBDO).
• Serve as a key partner to and collaborator with the MGBDO’s Marketing, Communications, and Strategy team to ensure consistent, coordinated messaging, information sharing and workflows.
• Partner closely with the Principal Gifts and Philanthropic Relations teams to shape key donor communications strategies and projects, including solicitations and ongoing donor engagement for top supporters.
• Build trusted relationships across the MGBDO and Mass General Brigham system.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with excellent attention to detail.
• Leverage communications, project management, and CRM tools to support content development and workflow efficiency.
• Uphold editorial, stylistic, and design standards ensuring brand alignment and excellence in all materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required and 7-10 years of experience in strategic communications, preferably in development, science, healthcare, sales, or a related field.
• Experience working in a complex, matrixed organization is preferred.
• - Excellent persuasive written skills, ideally with experience translating complex scientific or medical information into clear, compelling language for a wide range of audiences, including donors.
• - Outstanding writing, editing, and proofreading abilities, with experience producing print and digital marketing and communications. Expert attention to detail.
• - Strong organizational, time-management, and project management skills; able to manage multiple projects, set and meet deadlines, manage work independently, stay calm under pressure, and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• - Highly effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills; demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse audiences, including staff, volunteers, clinicians, and leadership.
• - Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
• - Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, often on tight deadlines with limited information.
• - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with e-communications, graphic design, photography, and digital communications technology.
• - Strong analytical skills; able to extract, analyze, and communicate relevant data effectively.

Benefits

• The Mass General Brigham Development Office offers excellent benefits, competitive salaries, and a hybrid flexible work schedule.