Director of Fundraising and Events

National Kidney Foundation•Denver, CO

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Development Director to lead fundraising initiatives and manage fundraising events for nonprofit organizations. This role is responsible for building and executing comprehensive development strategies and serving as an ambassador for influential organizations. The Director will manage and steward a portfolio of corporate and individual relationships to drive growth and achieve defined revenue goals. The position is accountable for planning and implementing fundraising strategies and tactics to achieve income necessary to attain market (Colorado and New Mexico) goals. Primary duties will include directing fundraising and logistics for NKF Signature Events to include Great Chefs of the West Gala, Golf Classic and Area Kidney Walks as well as funding support for patient and professional programs and future events in this market. This position also manages one employee, volunteers, and several committees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum six years related experience in fundraising, event management, and volunteer management; preferably with a non-profit health agency
Experienced in sponsorship solicitation, major and annual giving
Experience working with board members
Experience working with a national or local walkathon and golf program required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to lead and work independently and as a member of a team
Exceptional level of customer service and interpersonal skills
Fluent in Word applications and donor management systems
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Computer and database proficiency required
Experience supervising employees, volunteers and committees
Must have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness while possessing a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism.
Competency in use of a multiple-line telephone, computer, photocopier, and other standard office equipment.
Must have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Salesforce or equivalent customer database software (e.g., data input, record updating, gift processing, report production). Auction platforms, website management

Responsibilities

Leading development efforts, driving a donor centric culture, building relationships and implementing best practices to accomplish market and area financial goals
Develop and execute the area’s operational plan that includes budget, financial analysis, team development, corporate development, volunteer development and logistics
Execute fundraising strategies to raise budgeted goals from corporations, individuals, industry partners and foundations
Partner with Executive Director and Regional Vice President growing relationships for major gifts and board / volunteer recruitment
Accountable to develop and steward a portfolio of donors to secure sponsorship, individual and corporate donations, program support, event sponsors / teams, grants, and other partnerships
Identifies, qualifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards sponsors, supporters and event participants ensuring a high-touch stewardship plan for donors and partners
Manages and executes NKF Signature events including Kidney Walks, Golf Classic, and Gala (Great Chefs of the West) as well as future events in the market
Maintains relationships with medical and corporate donors and partners
Identifies committee members, leads the effort to build stronger committees and identifies and builds volunteer and donor support networks
Manages Development Manger for NKF serving Colorado and New Mexico
Engages, recruits, trains, recognizes, and manages staff and volunteers as applicable
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Handles corrective action of employees in accordance with policy
Identifies new sources of revenue and cause-related marketing opportunities
Implements marketing and communication plans to enhance visibility and increase community awareness and participation
Participates in board and staff meetings as needed
Performs additional duties as required