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Front-End Web Developer, Philanthropy

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Brookline, MA
The Front-End Web Developer builds fundraising websites, produces emails, and works on special projects as assigned for the Division of Philanthropy. This position reports to the Senior Assistant Director, Web and Email, Integrated Philanthropy Marketing and carries a portfolio of fundraising programs, consulting with internal teams on website and email marketing strategies to help reach and exceed fundraising, participation, and philanthropic goals. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching financial goals. Internal Title: Project Manager, Web and Email, Integrated Philanthropy Marketing.

The onboarding of this role will include a comprehensive training process which includes completion of online modules, shadowing colleagues, as well as hands-on learning experiences throughout the first calendar year in the role.

Embody Dana-Farber’s Core Values: Impact; Excellence; Compassion & Respect; Discovery; and Equity and Inclusion every day. Add value to the Dana-Farber community by seeking opportunities to collaborate across the Institute. Foster an ethical, positive, results-oriented culture founded on open communication.

This position is considered remote, 0-1 days onsite at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont.

Application Requirements

Resume and cover letter required with application submission. If you wish to disclose your personal pronouns, please include them within your resume and cover letter submission.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

  • Manage and maintain a digital marketing portfolio of fundraising programs for the Division of Philanthropy. Responsibilities include:
    • Advising on and implementing responsive web marketing strategies, including front-end web development and updating website content to ensure optimal user experience and conversion optimization.
    • Advising on and implementing responsive email marketing strategies, including building and testing email campaigns and optimizing code based on best practices.
  • Advise on strategies and content layout optimizations for marketing landing pages as needed.
  • Develop online surveys as needed.
  • Uphold brand guidelines and content standards set for the Jimmy Fund.
  • Stay up-to-date with and advocate for digital marketing best practices. Help educate Division of Philanthropy on best practices.
  • At least 3-5 years’ experience developing and implementing successful web and email strategies.
  • Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, Photoshop, Dreamweaver (or comparable code editor), Microsoft Office, web content management systems, and email marketing platforms.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet all deadlines, and provide quality client service.
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

  • Excellent coding skills with a strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive design techniques.
  • Strong knowledge of email marketing strategies, testing, and reporting. Strong understanding of email personalization and segmentation strategies.
  • Strong knowledge of website development and production, including experience with front-end web development and web content management systems.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills, including knowledge of web and email metrics and reporting tools.
  • Experience with or knowledge of CMS software. Blackbaud Luminate Online and Acquia/Drupal are preferred.

Patient Contact

No.

Working Conditions

This position is considered remote, 0-1 days onsite at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. Works on deadline.

Division Of Philanthropy Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity Commitment Statement

We’re stronger together. In the Division of Philanthropy, we believe in the power of different voices. We encourage authenticity and diversity of every individual within our community. Our collective voices – donors, volunteers, staff, and patients alike – allow us to work together towards a world without cancer. Committed to being a place of inclusivity, belonging, and change, these are our core values.

Dfci Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

DFCI offers a competitive benefits package including generous healthcare and retirement plans, at minimum 3-weeks’ vacation time in addition to 10 paid holidays, a flexible work environment, and work/life balance. Dana-Farber offers a variety of personal, professional, and leadership development opportunities to all members of its workforce through Institutional programming. Division of Philanthropy offers 75+ specialized professional development sessions designed for staff each year through its in-house learning program, the Center for Advancement Training.*

  • All benefits subject to Institute changes

We’re hiring! Learn more about working in the Division of Philanthropy and view all open positions.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Posted 2025-09-05

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