Role Description

Come join us as a Development Manager with responsibility for the Central Ohio area with specific focus on Walk, Gala and Advocacy. 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.

• Raise annual funds by recruiting and managing volunteers.
• Raise awareness, establish and secure corporate partnerships.
• Implement fundraising and mission-related events to achieve revenue goals.
• Manage and steward a diverse portfolio of corporate and individual relationships.
• Drive significant revenue growth to achieve our mission objectives.
• Supervise planning, execution, budgeting, and evaluation of assigned events.
• Manage a fundraising portfolio for local Kidney Walk, Distinguished Social Event, and Advocacy Events.
• Create and execute fundraising strategies to grow additional revenue for the NKF.
• Serve as a member of the development team influencing and driving relationships and best practices.
• Accountable to develop and steward a portfolio of relationships to provide funding for our mission.
• Ensure accurate revenue projections and provide financial analysis.
• Oversee stewardship activities; ensure a high-touch response to partners and donors.
• Work with high-level volunteers to provide local leadership, resources, and partnerships.
• Drive donor-centric partnerships to support financial goals of market events, programs, and prioritized initiatives.
• Make presentations to businesses, organizations, and community groups to secure sponsorship, recruit teams, and manage accounts.
• Ensure compliance with NKF policies, including employment, risk management, event and cash handling, and financial controls.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3+ years demonstrated leadership with focus on peer-to-peer fundraising, recruitment and management of volunteers, relationship-building, networking, budget management, and volunteer mobilization.
• Proven track record of multi-functional fundraising experience: social events, walk events, corporate engagement, and campaigns.
• Outcome driven with ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Ability to work independently to recreate and implement fundraising and volunteer development plans.
• Ability to prospect, recruit, manage, and develop volunteers.

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.
• Cultural Humility: Fosters a team environment that values humility, continuous learning, and respect for diverse cultures.
• Data-Driven Decision Making & Results Orientation: Analyzes team and project data to drive performance and improve outcomes.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Work/life Integration: Enjoy plenty of vacation time, sick leave, and holidays.
• Support for Your Health: Top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Peace of Mind: Life insurance and a 403(b) plan with matching company contributions.
• Creative savings: Flexible spending accounts to save on eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Support When You Need It: Access to confidential counseling and support services.
• A Chance to Spread the Word: Earn rewards by referring candidates to join our team.
• A Big Tent: A diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.
• Mission-Fueled Culture: Join a team passionate about making a difference.

Working Conditions, Equipment Used and Special Information

• 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 valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to reliable transportation.