Director of Development, Community Hospitals

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia’s External Relations team seeks a Director of Development to shape philanthropy across UVA Community Health in Northern Virginia and the Northern Piedmont. This entrepreneurial fundraiser will grow a regional program by cultivating major gifts and partnering with hospital leadership, physicians, and volunteers to advance patient care and health outcomes.

The role reports to the Executive Director of the UVA Community Health Foundation and requires 8+ years of fundraising

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraiser for the Northern Piedmont and Northern Virginia markets, partnering with hospital leadership, physicians, volunteers, and development colleagues to grow philanthropic support.
• Build and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors.
• Develop and implement a regional fundraising strategy to drive sustainable growth.
• Establish strong partnerships with physicians, hospital leaders, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Expand grateful patient fundraising and increase support for UVA Community Health priorities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Make a Lasting Impact on Health Care in Northern Virginia and the Northern Piedmont area

The University of Virginia's External Relations team is seeking an ambitious and relationship-driven Director of Development to help shape the future of philanthropy across UVA Community Health.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a fundraising professional who is energized by cultivating transformational donor relationships and advancing access to exceptional health care in local communities. As UVA Health continues to expand its presence across Northern Virginia and the Northern Piedmont area, this role offers the opportunity to grow a regional fundraising program while working within one of the nation's most respected academic health systems.

At UVA, you'll join a collaborative advancement community recognized for innovation, strategic partnership, and professional growth. With the resources of a premier public university and academic medical center behind you, you'll engage donors, patients, families, and community leaders to generate philanthropic support that advances patient care and health outcomes.

Position Summary

UVA Health owns and operates UVA Health Prince William Medical Center, UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center, UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center, and several outpatient clinics, including UVA Health Cancer Center Gainesville.

Reporting to the Executive Director of the UVA Community Health Foundation, the Director of Development serves as the lead fundraiser for the Northern Piedmont and Northern Virginia markets. This highly visible role partners closely with hospital leadership, physicians, volunteers, and development colleagues to strengthen a culture of philanthropy and grow philanthropic support throughout the region.

The ideal candidate is an entrepreneurial fundraiser who thrives in a relationship-centered environment, enjoys building programs and partnerships, and has a track record of securing major gifts and driving fundraising growth.

The Impact You'll Make

Your work will directly support initiatives that improve patient care, expand access to health services, advance clinical innovation, and strengthen the health of communities throughout Northern Virginia and the Northern Piedmont area. Through strategic donor engagement and philanthropic partnerships, you will help create opportunities that benefit patients and families across the region.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success is measured through both fundraising results and relationship-building. Successful candidates will:

• Build and actively manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors.
• Secure and steward gifts at the $100,000+ level.
• Develop and implement a regional fundraising strategy that drives sustainable philanthropic growth.
• Establish strong partnerships with physicians, hospital leaders, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Expand and strengthen grateful patient fundraising efforts.
• Increase philanthropic support for UVA Community Health priorities.
• Demonstrate measurable progress toward fundraising, pipeline development, and donor engagement goals.
• Foster a culture of philanthropy among community members, patients, families, and volunteers.

Why Join UVA Health Development Team?

• Lead fundraising efforts for a growing and dynamic regional health system.
• Build meaningful relationships with grateful patients, community leaders, physicians, and donors.
• Help shape and expand a philanthropy program with significant growth potential.
• Partner with dedicated health care and advancement professionals committed to excellence.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment while maintaining strong community engagement.
• Be part of a nationally recognized university and health system with an inspiring mission and a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 8 years of fundraising experience, with a consistent record of securing gifts of $100,000+.
• Experience working within a major fundraising or capital campaign.
• Ability to travel frequently, as well as conduct occasional evening and weekend work.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary Range

• The anticipated hiring range is $120K - $130K annually, commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type & Work Location

• This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.
• UVA External Relations offers a flexible and hybrid workplace. All team members must have access to and maintain a secure home office environment with high-speed internet service and work collaboratively with others using a variety of technologies and tools. This hybrid position can be worked remotely, although the incumbent will support and staff UVA Community Health; candidates will need to reside in the Northern Piedmont or Northern Virginia regions.

About UVA And The Community

To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visitUVA LifeandEmbark CVA.

Application Timeline

Application review will begin after November 9, 2026.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third‑party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

• For additional information about the position, please contact Sandi Hall, Senior Associate Director for Staff Success, at [e-mail].
• For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, HR Recruitment Specialist, at [e-mail].

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.