Temporary Development Manager

National Kidney Foundation - Shawnee, KS

Full-time - Entry Level

Shawnee, KS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is seeking a Temporary Development Manager for a three-month assignment based in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. This role is pivotal in managing fundraising events and developing corporate and individual relationships within the region's market. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance portfolio engagement across various fundraising channels, aiming to increase revenue through special event fundraising, corporate partnerships, and volunteer management. The position requires a collaborative team player who can drive growth to meet mission and revenue goals, with accountability for significant revenue targets. In this role, the Temporary Development Manager will lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of key fundraising events, including the Kansas City Kidney Walk and the Kansas City Great Plates Celebration. Responsibilities include managing a fundraising portfolio, overseeing event communications, logistics, and day-of execution, and ensuring compliance with NKF policies. The manager will also develop and steward relationships to secure funding for the foundation's mission, provide financial analysis, and work closely with high-level volunteers to motivate committees towards achieving fundraising goals. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have 2-3 years of experience in non-profit fundraising, with a strong emphasis on event management. Proven success in account management and developing corporate partnerships is essential, along with excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills. The role requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with proficiency in computer-based information systems. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is also necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage fundraising events and develop corporate and individual relationships in the region's market.
• Identify opportunities to grow portfolio engagement across all fundraising channels.
• Lead the planning, committee management, execution, budgeting, and evaluation of assigned events.
• Manage a fundraising portfolio for Kidney Walk.
• Oversee event communications including email, social media, and website development.
• Handle event logistics and day-of execution for fundraising events.
• Influence and drive relationships and best practices within the development team.
• Develop and steward a portfolio of relationships to provide funding for the mission.
• Develop revenue projections and provide financial analysis.
• Oversee stewardship activities within the portfolio of events.
• Work with high-level volunteers to manage and motivate committees.
• Drive donor-centric partnerships to support financial goals.
• Deliver high customer service to all constituents.
• Ensure compliance with NKF policies, including risk management and financial controls.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• 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 exceed 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.

Benefits

• Vacation time, sick leave, and holidays for work/life integration.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and their families.
• Life insurance and a 403(b) plan with matching company contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Commuter benefits program for transit and parking expenses.
• Access to confidential counseling and support services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Referral rewards for bringing new team members on board.
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• A mission-driven culture focused on making a difference.