*****Hybrid in St. Louis****
WHO WE ARE
Fueled by passion and urgency, National Kidney Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease. As pioneers of scientific research and innovation, NKF focuses on the whole patient through the lens of kidney health. Relentless in our work, we enhance lives through action, education, and accelerating change.
WHAT WE BELIEVE IN
NKF’s Mission is what we do, our Values are how we do it.
· Accountability- Earn and Keep Trust
· Collaboration-Work as a team
· Communication- Empower with information
· Community-Build stronger community
· Compassion- Lead with care and respect
· Impact-Focus on the mission
Your Voice Matters: https://www.kidney.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Reporting to the Program Director, the Program Manager is responsible for supporting the planning, implementation, and evaluation of NKF’s patient and professional programs across the region. This role will oversee community outreach and volunteer engagement for the region, and in-person programming in Eastern Missouri and Arkansas. In addition, the Program Manager will serve as the Camp Director for our pediatric kidney camp.
The Program Manager will work closely with the Program Director and Executive Director as well as local and national teams, healthcare professionals, community organizations, and volunteers to ensure programs align with NKF’s mission and strategic initiatives.
- Assist in the execution of NKF’s signature programs, including but not limited to:
- Patient Education: The Patient Empowerment Series, Big Ask Big Give, and other transplant and kidney health education programs.
- Professional Education: CME/CEU-accredited programs and Renal Roundtables.
- Community Awareness & Prevention: Take Charge, Your Kidneys & You, CKDintercept, and other health equity initiatives.
- Serve as the Camp ChiMer Camp Director which includes; planning and execution of Camp ChiMer in conjunction with our camp medical partner, Children’s Mercy Hospital.
- Lead in-person programming in Eastern Missouri and Arkansas, ensuring accessibility for local communities.
- Support in the coordination of logistics, program marketing, participant engagement, and program delivery.
- Track key performance metrics and contribute to program evaluation and reporting.
- Recruit, train, and manage outreach volunteers for the region.
- Facilitate partnerships to increase community engagement and extend NKF’s mission to high-risk and underserved populations.
- Assist with program budgeting, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
- Secure funding, sponsorships, and in-kind donations to support program sustainability.
- Perform additional duties, as required
WHAT YOU’LL POSSESS
- Bachelor’s Degree required, with a minimum of 3 years of experience managing community outreach and/or public education programs—preferably within a nonprofit health organization.
- Demonstrated experience in grant proposal writing and working with volunteers.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Willingness and ability to travel overnight for business, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Work/life Integration: Enjoy plenty of vacation time, sick leave, and holidays so you can recharge, regroup or reflect—and come back ready to tackle anything.
- Support for Your Health: We've got your back with top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your loved ones.
- Peace of Mind: Rest easy knowing you're covered with life insurance and a 403(b) plan with matching company contributions to secure your future.
- Creative savings: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts to save on eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Easy Commuting: Reduce your stress with our commuter benefits program for transit and parking expenses.
- Support When You Need It: Access confidential counseling, support services, and resources through our Employee Assistance Program.
- A Chance to Spread the Word: Share the love and earn rewards by referring awesome folks to join our team.
- A Big Tent: We're all about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard.
- Mission-Fueled Culture: Join a team that's passionate about making a difference and guided by values like integrity, compassion, and innovation.
COMPETENCIES
- Accountability: Takes ownership of actions, decisions and results, ensuring high standards of performance and transparency.
- Collaboration: Collaborates effectively with peers and stakeholders, contributing to shared team goals. Demonstrates openness to feedback and is willing to work across teams to achieve NKF’s mission.
- Cultural Humility: Fosters a team environment that values humility, continuous learning, and respect for diverse cultures. Ensures team members are equipped to interact with individuals from varied backgrounds with sensitivity.
- Data-Driven Decision Making & Results Orientation: Analyzes team and project data to drive performance and improve outcomes. Drives team performance, ensuring alignment with NKF’s strategic objectives.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for All (DEI 4A): Leads teams to create an inclusive environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of the workplace experience. Ensures that the team’s programs and services provide equitable opportunities for all.
- Financial Acumen: Oversees budgets and identifies funding opportunities to align with revenue goals.
- Operational Excellence: Implements process improvements across teams, driving productivity gains.
- Patient and Community-Centered Focus: Leads teams and executes on implementation of programs and initiatives that address the needs of underserved populations. Ensures that patient, donor, and caregiver needs are central to all decision-making processes, while fostering team accountability for community-focused outcomes.
- Resource Stewardship: Manages resources responsibly, balancing cost, quality, and sustainability to maximize impact.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Supports NKF’s mission by coordinating the efforts of volunteers, partners, and stakeholders. Engages in project management activities to ensure smooth execution of initiatives and builds relationships that strengthen NKF’s impact in the community.
WORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATION
Must have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness while possessing a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism. Verbal and written communication skills will be used daily. Maintain effectiveness under pressure. Competency in use of a telephone, computer, photocopier, and other standard office equipment. Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. Flexible to work evenings and weekends as needed. Available for overnight business travel. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
At the National Kidney Foundation diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to kidney health and kidney disease prevention. It is the policy of NKF to provide equality of employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, qualified handicap or disability, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, political affiliation or veteran status, or any other factor or reason prohibited by relevant local, state, and federal fair employment laws.
The Equal Employment Opportunity policy will apply to all employment practices of NKF including, but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, layoffs, transfers, and discipline. Implementation of the Equal Employment Opportunity policy is the shared responsibility of the management of NKF.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The National Kidney Foundation does not accept resumes from third-party recruitment/search firms. Please do not forward resumes to NKF employees, company locations, or email addresses. NKF is not responsible for any fees related to resumes not solicited by NKF Recruiting.
