Development Manager (Remote)
NKF SERVING KANSAS AND WESTERN MISSOURI
REMOTE POSTION - KANSAS CITY METRO
GENERAL SUMMARY
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) Development Manger will manage fundraising events, develop, and steward corporate and individual relationships in the region’s market. They 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.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- 2-3 years of non-profit, fundraising experience.
- Established success in fundraising and non-profit leadership, with emphasis in event management.
- Proven record of success in account management and developing corporate partnerships that result in exceeding revenue targets.
- 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.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to lead and work independently and as a member of a team.
- Proficient in computer-based information systems.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
WORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATION
Must have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness and possess a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism. Verbal and written communication skills will be used daily. Maintains effectiveness under pressure. Uses a multiple line telephone, personal computer, fax machine, photocopier, and other standard office equipment. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Flexible for overnight business travel. Flexible to work evenings and weekends as needed. Must have a valid driver’s license and own insured vehicle or daily access to a vehicle.
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.
Salary Range: $50,000 - 74,999
