Associate Vice President (AVP) of Health for Finance, Strategy, and Business Development
george washington universityWashington, DC
Associate Vice President (AVP) of Health for Finance, Strategy, and Business Development
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Colleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsGeneral Medical and Surgical HospitalsAdministration of Public Health ProgramsAbout the role
Overview:
As AVP, you provide strategic financial leadership for SMHS and GW Health, guiding multi-year planning, business development, and financial sustainability across clinical, academic, and research activities. You translate university and school objectives into actionable programs and budgets, aligning finance, HR, IT, and facilities with efficiency goals. You will lead complex growth options, due diligence, and the monetization of assets, partnering with senior leaders to drive impact. This role offers a chance to shape strategy at the intersection of medicine, education, and health systems, with a clear focus on operational effectiveness. Compensation / Benefits medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance retirement savings tuition benefits well-being programs time off & leave
Responsibilities:
Lead multi-year strategic planning for SMHS and prioritize capital, operational, and clinical resources Evaluate and structure strategic growth options including M&A, joint ventures, clinical affiliations, and campus expansions Develop pro formas and business plans for new programs and monetization of assets Track financial commitments and deliverables under GW/UHS agreements and related partnerships Oversee budgets and fiscal performance for SMHS, with potential expansion to nursing and GW Health Create and manage the Integrated Strategic Financial Plan (ISFP) aligning priorities with long-term capital and operating models Ensure financial transparency and alignment with central GW Finance and university-wide budget frameworks Coordinate cross-functional governance across Administrative Services, Finance, HR, IT, and Facilities Provide executive leadership to Finance, Operations, and Administration teams and guide matrixed partners
Key requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area, plus 10 years of relevant experience Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field preferred At least 4 years of senior leadership or executive-level experience Experience navigating a complex, matrixed business portfolio Knowledge of healthcare compliance, accreditation, and research administration strong executive communication and presentation skills stakeholder relationship building ability to navigate ambiguity and drive initiatives forward financial modeling and complex funds-flow models Integrated Strategic Financial Planning (ISFP) due diligence for M&A and JV transactions
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Manager
Location
Washington, DC
Occupation
Medical and Health Services Managers
Industry
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
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