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National Kidney Foundation

Job Posting Title: Development Director

Location: St. Louis, MO (Hybrid - 2 days in office)

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.

WHAT WE BELIEVE IN

NKF’s Mission is what we do, our Values are how we do it:

Accountability- Earn and Keep TrustCollaboration-Work as a teamCommunication- Empower with informationCommunity-Build stronger communityCompassion- Lead with care and respectImpact-Focus on the mission

Your Voice Matters: https://www.kidney.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion

WHO YOU ARE

You are a dynamic and results-driven Development Director well versed in leading fundraising initiatives for similar sized nonprofit organizations. You are skilled at building and executing comprehensive development strategies and serving as an ambassador for influential organizations. You have a proven success record working with both authority and influence to manage and steward a portfolio of corporate and individual relationships to drive growth and achieve defined revenue goals.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Come join us as a Development Director with responsibility for the Eastern half of Missouri and all of Arkansas area with specific focus on Kidney Walks and annual giving. This position is a front-line fundraiser and ambassador for the National Kidney Foundation and will speak knowledgeably and persuasively about the mission of the organization and the variety of ways to engage.

The Development Director will raise annual funds by recruiting and managing executive leadership volunteers and committees, raising awareness, establishing and securing corporate partnerships and implementing fundraising and mission-related events to achieve revenue goals. A successful candidate will manage and steward a diverse portfolio of corporate, and individual, and foundation relationships and drive significant revenue growth to achieve our mission objectives.

The ideal candidate must have proven success in front-line fundraising 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 collaborative team environment. Must have prior peer to peer fundraising experience, experience with a fundraising walk is preferred:

Supervise planning, execution, budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and evaluation of assigned eventsManage a fundraising portfolio for (local) Kidney Walks, Heroes Circle donors, patient program funding, and annual giving. Direct revenue responsibility: $300,000Execute two Kidney Walks (Columbia, St. Louis), recruit volunteers to walk committees, plan for expansion of Kidney Walk into Arkansas. This requires peer to peer fundraising experienceServe as the lead team member of the St. Louis based team, with direct management of one team member. Total revenue responsibility of St. Louis based development team: $550,000Creating and executing fundraising strategies, work to grow additional revenue for the NKF; including corporate supportVolunteer and committee management. Recruit volunteers to serve on event committees, as well as general volunteers to represent the NKF in a positive, professional manner at various community engagement activitiesMake presentations to businesses, organizations and community groups to secure sponsorship, recruit walk teams and committee volunteersUse social media to promote events. Platforms used: Facebook, Instagram, ThreadsServe as a member of the KS, MO, AR team and work in collaboration with the Kansas City based team; you will report directly to the Area Executive DirectorDeliver high customer service to all constituentsEnsure compliance with NKF policies, including employment, risk management, event and cash handling, and financial controlsDemonstrate integrity, collaboration and stewardship

Other duties as assigned

Some nights and weekends will be required to successfully meet job requirements

WHAT YOU’LL POSSESS

7+ years demonstrated leadership; including people management. Have a proven track record of successful peer-to-peer fundraising, recruitment/management and mobilization of volunteers, relationship-building, networking, budget management, and proficiency with social media (examples included in cover letter/resume are encouraged)Proven track record of multi-functional fundraising experience: special events, multiple walk events, corporate engagement and campaignsOutcome driven with ability to respond to changing circumstances and prioritiesWORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATION

Must have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness while possessing a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism. Maintains effectiveness under pressure. Verbal and written communication skills will be used on a daily basis. Flexible to work evenings/weekends as needed, pending preapproval. Travel including overnight travel as needed. Must have valid driver’s license, insurance 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.

The salary band listed reflects the range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

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