Howard University, a historic institution founded in 1867, is a model of educational excellence, particularly for Black students, with a diverse and distinguished body of over 120,000 alumni. Offering over 120 fields of study, the University produces top professionals in medicine, law, communications, and the arts, among others. The University’s commitment to social change, innovation, and cultural diversity fuels its unique role as a transformative force in society and the global community. Excellence, leadership, service, and truth form Howard’s guiding principles, with an unwavering dedication to addressing issues that impact the African Diaspora.

The University’s Howard Forward Strategic Plan underscores its focus on academic excellence, new knowledge, community service, efficiency, and financial sustainability. As the University prepares to launch a new strategic plan, it aims to sustain its transformative impact and foster future-ready leadership across disciplines.

The Opportunity

Howard University seeks an accomplished leader to serve as Executive Director of Development, Health Sciences within the Development and Alumni Relations team. This vital role offers a unique opportunity to advance Howard’s mission by cultivating philanthropic support for the College of Medicine, College of Dentistry, College of Pharmacy, and School of Nursing.

The Executive Director will be responsible for leading fundraising efforts that align with Howard’s priority to transform healthcare education for underserved communities and address health inequities nationwide.

Reporting to the AVP of Individual Giving, the Executive Director will work closely with Deans and academic leaders to identify, prioritize, and develop funding opportunities. Managing a small team of development professionals, the Executive Director will leverage their expertise to secure major gifts from alumni, donors, and friends of the University, ensuring a sustainable foundation for health sciences programs.

This role calls for a visionary approach to complex funding strategies, a deep understanding of health sciences development, and the capacity to lead transformative giving initiatives that impact both Howard and the broader community.

The salary range for this position is $160,000 – $180,000.