Development Director

National Kidney Foundation • Cockeysville, MD

4h • $76,800 - $153,600 • Remote

About The Position

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease, focusing on the whole patient through the lens of kidney health. NKF enhances lives through action, education, and accelerating change. This role is for a dynamic and results-driven Development Director well-versed in leading fundraising initiatives for similar-sized nonprofit organizations. The ideal candidate is skilled at building and executing comprehensive development strategies and serving as an ambassador for influential organizations, with 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.

Requirements

• Proven success in fundraising and/or sales and relationship management.
• Demonstrated experience as a subject matter expert and leader.
• 7+ years of progressive nonprofit fundraising or sales experience, with demonstrated success in corporate partnerships, special events and individual gifts.
• Demonstrated leadership of logistics and execution of all major fundraising events.
• Proven track record of closing five and six-figure gifts/partnerships.
• Experience managing and growing a multi-million-dollar development portfolio.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Results-oriented with strong accountability.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• Passionate advocate for health equity and patient care.
• Proficiency with donor databases and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness while possessing a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism.
• Maintains effectiveness under pressure.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• CFRE certification or relevant advanced degree.
• Healthcare or medical research fundraising experience.
• Experience with planned giving programs.
• Knowledge of the DC metro area philanthropic landscape.
• Demonstrated success in managing and mentoring development staff.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a hands-on leader to fundraise, develop, and steward corporate and individual relationships in the Maryland, Delaware and Eastern Shore region.
• Identify new opportunities to grow portfolio engagement across all fundraising channels to increase revenue, including corporate partnerships, commercial co-ventures, special events, and individual giving.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet or exceed annual revenue targets across multiple channels.
• Lead event planning, including logistics and execution.
• Create and execute innovative approaches to expand corporate partnerships, individual giving programs, and special events.
• Design and implement moves management strategies for major donors and corporate partners.
• Lead data-driven decision making through regular analysis of fundraising metrics and donor trends.
• Build and maintain a portfolio of high-value corporate partners and individual donors.
• Cultivate relationships with C-suite executives, and community leaders.
• Partner with volunteer leadership to leverage their networks and expertise.
• Provide mentorship and strategic direction to development team members within and outside of Region, as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with program, marketing, and operations teams.
• Manage annual development budget and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Provide regular forecasting and variance analysis.
• Develop KPIs and track progress toward goals.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and NKF policies.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed