Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Hartford HealthCare in the search for a Chief Philanthropy Officer.

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPhO) will will be a visionary and strategic leader responsible for designing, executing, and overseeing a comprehensive philanthropy strategy across Connecticut's largest, integrated healthcare system. This role will ensure alignment with the organization's mission, values, and strategic priorities, while fostering a culture of generosity, stewardship, and community partnership. The CPhO will lead the transformation from a decentralized philanthropic structure to a unified, high-performing system that leverages best practices, shared technology platforms, and coordinated donor engagement strategies. This role will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and collaborate with board, institute, regional, and system leaders to drive philanthropic growth and impact. The CPhO must embody the organization's core values of Integrity, Caring, Excellence, Safety, and Health Equity, and serve as a champion for community impact and inclusive engagement.

Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut's most comprehensive health care network. In every aspect of their work - from training to research to charitable care and screenings - Hartford HealthCare is committed to strengthening the communities they serve. With 45,000 dedicated colleagues and a bold vision for the future, Hartford HealthCare is transforming healthcare across Connecticut and beyond—enhancing access, affordability, health equity, and excellence. Spanning more than 500 locations across 185 towns and cities, their comprehensive care-delivery system is built to serve every community, every day. They touch the lives of 28,000 people every single day, delivering unparalleled care through their unique Institute Model—bringing together leading experts in neuroscience, cancer, digestive health, heart and vascular care, orthopedics, and urology & kidney health to provide a unified, high standard of care at the most affordable cost.

Recognized nationally for patient safety and clinical excellence, Hartford HealthCare received the prestigious American Hospital Association Quest for Quality Prize in 2025 and boasts Leapfrog A-ratings across all their hospitals—making Hartford HealthCare one of the safest healthcare systems in the country. From world-class hospitals—including two tertiary-level teaching hospitals, an acute-care community teaching hospital, an acute-care hospital and trauma center, and four community hospitals—to an expansive network of behavioral health services, multispecialty physician groups, urgent and virtual care, surgery centers, home care, senior care, rehabilitation, and mobile neighborhood health programs, Hartford HealthCare is there when and where it matters most.

A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least ten years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare philanthropy or nonprofit fundraising, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a complex or matrixed organization, is required for this position. Professional certification (CFRE, FAHP, or equivalent) is preferred. Hartford HealthCare will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to Hartford HealthCare, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Hartford HealthCare and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.

The base salary range for this position is $600,000 to $650,000, along with the potential for additional, performance-based executive rewards. Hartford Healthcare offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, tuition assistance, an Employee Assistance Program, and generous paid time off.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Marianna DiVietro at mariannadivietro@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/6132.

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