Development Manager

at  National Kidney Foundation

WHO WE ARE

Fueled by passion and urgency, the 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.

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 Manger will manage fundraising events, develop, and steward corporate and individual relationships in the region’s market. He/She will identify opportunities to grow portfolio engagement across all fundraising channels to increase revenue through special event fundraising (walks and galas), corporate partnerships, and volunteer development and management. The successful candidate will 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 event management, fundraising and sales/relationship management, and volunteer engagement. 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.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the planning, committee management, execution, budgeting, and evaluation of assigned events, including but not limited to the: Kansas City Kidney Walk, Wichita Kidney Walk and Kansas City Great Plates Celebration.
• Manage a fundraising portfolio for Kidney Walk.
• Take the leadership role in event communications including but not limited to email, social media, and website development.
• Take the leadership role in event logistics and day-of execution for the region’s fundraising events, including Kidney Walks and Galas.
• Serve as a member of the development team influencing and driving relationships and best practices to accomplish market and regional financial goals.
• Accountable to develop and steward a portfolio of relationships to provide funding for our mission (sponsorship, campaigns, event teams, donations, and other partnerships).
• Develop revenue projections and provide financial analysis.
• Oversee stewardship activities within portfolio of events; ensure a high-touch response to partners and donors.
• Work with high level volunteers to manage and motivate committees to achieve fundraising goals and provide local leadership, resources, and partnerships.
• Drive donor centric partnerships to support financial goals of market events, programs, and prioritized initiatives.
• Deliver high customer service to all constituents.
• Ensure compliance with NKF policies, including risk management, event and cash handling, and financial controls.
• Demonstrate integrity, collaboration, and stewardship.
• Perform other duties as needed.