Director, NKF Golf Classic

National Kidney Foundation • New York, NY

4d • Remote

About The Position

The NKF Golf Classic Director will provide oversight of key initiatives to grow and diversify NKF’s revenue through nationally driven corporate strategies, utilizing our field teams for grassroots integration and implementation - including corporate giving, digital engagement strategies, logistics strategies, multi-channel fundraising, and stewardship.

Specifically, the NKF Golf Classic Director will support the strategy development and implementation of the NKF Golf Classic program, including leading all fundraising and event management of the National Finals event, and additional corporate campaigns led by the Field Development team. In addition, this position will lead the development and execution of internal/external communications associated with all corporate campaigns in partnership with local and national leadership. This position will collaborate throughout NKF to effectively provide a customer service mindset that honors internal and external constituents who move the NKF mission forward. The NKF Golf Classic Director will be goaled on the overall Golf Classic program, as well as new business toward future corporate campaigns.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of golf and non-profit/fundraising experience preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with a customer service mindset
• Proficient in computer-based customer information systems with Salesforce experience preferred
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite with mastery of Excel
• 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.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own insured vehicle or daily access to a vehicle.
• Flexible for overnight business travel.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• In partnership and collaboration with field leadership, drive strategy for all aspects of the Golf Classic program and other corporate campaigns (including Drive for Dialysis.) Strategy and Execution will include but not limited to: Internal and external resource development Enhancement of participant experience Corporate cultivation Event management Process improvements Marketing and promotion Account planning/management Contract negotiation oversight
• Create strategy and recruitment plans for incremental participant growth in field tournaments
• Lead committee development initiatives to promote revenue and team growth in series
• Manage all aspects of the Golf Classic National Finals event to include contract negotiations, site analysis, golfer registration, sponsorship deliverables, competition, on-site fundraising, event operations and participant experience
• Provide consultative support to field and national staff for the Golf Classic and other corporate campaigns
• Directly manage the Drive for Dialysis program including inventory oversight, resource development and local office support, while advancing strategies to adapt the program to a shifting landscape
• Build and implement new corporate campaigns that will increase non-industry sponsorships (i.e. non-pharma) nationally and in our field offices
• Conduct regular internal data analysis for discovery of corporate leads for future large-scale opportunities
• Conduct external market analysis to generate leads and assess market opportunities for field offices
• Provide additional service as needed

Benefits

• Work/life Integration: Enjoy plenty of vacation time, sick leave, and holidays so you can recharge, regroup or reflect—and come back ready to tackle anything
• Support for Your Health: We've got your back with top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your loved ones
• Peace of Mind: Rest easy knowing you're covered with life insurance and a 403(b) plan with matching company contributions to secure your future
• Creative savings: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts to save on eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Easy Commuting: Reduce your stress with our commuter benefits program for transit and parking expenses
• Support When You Need It: Access confidential counseling, support services, and resources through our Employee Assistance Program
• A Chance to Spread the Word: Share the love and earn rewards by referring awesome folks to join our team
• A Big Tent: We're all about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard
• Mission-Fueled Culture: Join a team that's passionate about making a difference and guided by values like integrity, compassion, and innovation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director