Dir, Regional Donor Advising (Major Gifts)
Company: National Kidney Foundation
Location: New York
Posted on: March 12, 2025
Job Description:
National Kidney Foundation
WHO WE AREFueled by passion and urgency, the National Kidney
Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease.
As pioneers of scientific research and innovation, NKF focuses on
the whole patient through the lens of kidney health. Relentless in
our work, we enhance lives through action, education, and
accelerating change.WHAT WE BELIEVE INNKF's Mission is what we do,
our Values are how we do it.
- Accountability- Earn and Keep Trust
- Collaboration-Work as a team
- Communication- Empower with information
- Community-Build stronger community
- Compassion- Lead with care and respect
- Impact-Focus on the missionYour Voice Matters:
https://www.kidney.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion WHAT YOU'LL
DOThe Director, Regional Donor Advising (Major Gifts) contributes
to and implements the national major giving strategy, with the goal
of successfully integrating national giving opportunities with
local events, priorities and goals for their assigned region.This
is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven
relationship-builder to participate in building and growing NKF's
major gifts program from the ground up - working with staff at
every level of our organization. This role will collaborate with
the Director of Donor Advising, Regional Vice President and local
staff to identify, cultivate, steward and delight local field
donors with the capacity to make transformational gifts. The
Director, Regional Donor Advising (Major Gifts) is responsible for
ensuring that the major gift revenue target is met for their
assigned region in partnership with their Regional Vice
President.Through strong working partnership with local Executive
Directors and leadership volunteers in the region, the Director,
Regional Donor Advising (Major Gifts) will help to elevate new and
existing individual relationships with the goal of securing
transformational major gifts. The role will be responsible for
developing a moves management plan for individuals in their
portfolio that includes subject matter experts and national
leadership where appropriate.Specifically, you will:
- Identify, cultivate, steward and close large major donors.
- Develop and manage a personal portfolio of 250-400 qualified
major gift prospects.
- Collaborate with Executive Directors, local Board members and
other field staff to leverage existing relationships to maximize
their engagement in and long-term value to NKF.
- Actively participate in annual budget planning process
- Provide regular reporting and updates to Director of Donor
Advising and RVP on overall major gifts progress and
successes.
- Execute major gift stewardship program in partnership with
Director of Donor Advising for donors and prospects in your
assigned region.
- Travel within assigned region to take in-person meetings with
major gift prospects and attend local events as needed to make
additional connections-approximately 30%.
- Other projects as assigned.WHAT YOU'LL
POSSESSCompetencies:Accountability-Establishes organizational
accountability, driving performance across all levels.Advocacy-In
conjunction with Government Relations, directs NKF's advocacy
strategy, setting the agenda and engaging with policymakers to
drive systemic change.Change Leadership-Leads large-scale
organizational change, setting the direction and guiding teams
and/or regions within the organization through
transformations.Collaboration-Sets the tone for a collaborative
organizational culture by fostering partnerships, both within NKF
and with external organizations across all levels of the
organization. Ensures that collaboration drives innovation, growth,
and mission alignment at the organizational level.Cultural
Humility-Embeds cultural humility into NKF's organizational
strategy, ensuring that leadership models continuous learning,
self-awareness, and openness to diverse cultural
perspectives.Data-Driven Decision Making & Results
Orientation-Leverages accurate, comprehensive data analytics to
guide strategic planning and decision-making. Sets high-impact
targets and ensures the organization delivers on strategic
commitments.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion For All (DEI
4A)-Provides strategic leadership, ensuring that diversity, equity,
and inclusion are embedded into the organization. Advocates for
equity and inclusivity across all areas of patient care, services,
and internal culture for all.Financial Acumen-Leads strategic
financial planning, driving revenue diversification and long-term
sustainability.Innovation-Champions strategic innovations that
position NKF as a leader in kidney health. Oversees organizational
process optimization, aligning with strategic goals.Operational
Excellence-Leads large-scale operational changes to elevate
organizational performance.Patient and Community-Centered
Focus-Provides strategic leadership to ensure NKF's mission remains
focused on improving the lives of patients, living donors, and care
partners.People Leadership-Sets high-impact targets and ensures
their teams/organization deliver on strategic commitments.Resource
Stewardship-Strategically manages organizational resources,
aligning investments with growth opportunities.Stakeholder
Engagement-Leads strategic stakeholder engagement at the highest
levels, influencing policy and advancing NKF's impact.Team
Development-Leads and executes on strategic initiatives for
organizational development, ensuring team members have access to
development resources.Strategic Mindset-Translates organizational
goals into actionable plans by anticipating trends, leveraging
data, and aligning resources to achieve mission-driven outcomes
Proactively maintains focus on both immediate priorities and
long-term objectives to drive impact.
- Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of non-profit and fundraising
experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in securing $10k+ gifts.
- Proven success in major gift strategy preferred.
- Problem-solving abilities with the versatility and judgment to
draft clear and consistent messages for a variety of
audiences.
- Exceptional collaboration and storytelling background with the
ability to translate complex concepts and metrics into persuasive
communications.
- Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and
interpersonal skills.
- Outcome-driven mindset with the ability to respond to changing
circumstances and priorities.
- Proficiency in computer-based information systems.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 transportationWHAT WE OFFER
- 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.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYAt the
National Kidney Foundation diversity, inclusion, and equal
opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we
serve as it relates to kidney health and kidney disease prevention.
It is the policy of NKF to provide equality of employment
opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, qualified handicap or
disability, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual
orientation, age, gender, political affiliation or veteran status,
or any other factor or reason prohibited by relevant local, state,
and federal fair employment laws.The Equal Employment Opportunity
policy will apply to all employment practices of NKF, including,
but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, training,
compensation, benefits, layoffs, transfers, and discipline.
Implementation of the Equal Employment Opportunity policy is the
shared responsibility of NKF's management.DISCLAIMERThe above
statements describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people assigned to this position. They are not
intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Compensation details: 95000-120000 Yearly Salary
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