Development Manager - Military veterans preferred

National Kidney Foundation

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

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) Development Manager will fundraise, develop, and steward corporate and individual relationships in the Kansas, Missouri, and Arkansas markets with a specific focus in the Kansas City and Wichita areas. The candidate will identify new opportunities to grow portfolio engagement across all fundraising channels to increase revenue, including corporate partnerships, commercial co-ventures, special events, and individual giving. A successful candidate will manage and steward a portfolio of corporate and individual relationships, and work as a team player to drive growth to achieve our mission and revenue goals. This position is accountable for significant revenue targets.

The ideal candidate must have proven success in fundraising and/or sales and relationship management. Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills are necessary for this position. Must have ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and achieve results in a team environment.

• Supervise, plan, execute, budget, and evaluate assigned events.
• Work closely with the Executive Director and Sr. Development Manager to strengthen the Kidney Walk program by increasing revenue and attendance. 
• Increase recruitment of new teams and participants, retention of past teams and participants, and overall team revenue.
• Identify, solicit, and manage event sponsors and supporters.
• Oversee all logistical requirements for pre and post events and onsite execution.
• Work closely with the Sr. Development Director and Executive Director to ensure that strong committee structures are in place. Plan and attend Committee and Captain meetings regularly and consistently. 
• Secure in-kind donations to reduce costs and increase community involvement and engagement at various events. 
• Help execute and administer grant writing.
• Manage online fundraising websites to promote events, support individual fundraising, and generate reports. Maintain accurate and thorough records of all activities.
• Recruit and cultivate fundraising volunteers and maintain fundraising volunteer database. 
• Maintain event budgets, financial reports and records.
• Assist in annual fundraising campaign proposal asks. 
• Develop innovative methods for the area to maximize its net income, including additional sponsorship opportunities. 
• Meet income goals for events and special initiatives.
• Will require some travel to community events in Missouri and Kansas.
• Create and execute fundraising strategies, work to grow additional revenue for the NKF. 
• Serve as a member of the development team influencing and driving relationships and best practices to accomplish market and region financial goals.
• Work with high level volunteers to provide local leadership, resources, and partnerships.
• Deliver high customer service to all constituents.
• Ensure compliance with NKF policies, including employment, risk management, event and cash handling, and financial controls.
• Demonstrate integrity, collaboration and stewardship.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU’LL POSSESS

• Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of non-profit fundraising experience. Fundraising and/or sales experience preferred.
• Proven record of success in account management and developing corporate partnerships that result in exceeding revenue targets, preferred.
• Knowledge of product marketing/sales concepts.
• Outcome driven with ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in computer-based information systems.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.

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.
• 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 Equal opportunity employer-vets/disabled.  NKF is a merit-based employer.

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.

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