Foundation Director directs the execution of the vision, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and grantmaking operations that support the overall objectives of a foundation. Defines the goals and tactics for fundraising campaigns and program initiatives. Being a Foundation Director represents the foundation to the public and media to communicate its mission, values, and accomplishments. Maintains positive relationships with foundation stakeholders, including the board of directors, grantees, community leaders, donors, and prospective donors. Additionally, Foundation Director oversees grantmaking operations, including developing grant guidelines, reviewing grant applications, and managing the grant evaluation process. Manages foundation programs and initiatives that align with the foundation's mission and values. Implements systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the foundation's grantmaking and programs. Ensures all foundation activities comply with applicable laws, reporting requirements, and regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Foundation Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Foundation Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) has a long and distinguished history of providing groundbreaking programs and services that have advanced care and improved the lives of millions of people with kidney disease.
NKF’s Mission is what we do, our Values are how we do it.
Your Voice Matters: https://www.kidney.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion
Location - Must reside within the Kansas/ West Missouri area.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Fueled by passion and urgency, 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.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Executive Director is responsible for running all aspects of the business for the NKF Kansas & W. Missouri area. They will lead the training and development of staff and volunteers at the local level and carry out the mission of NKF by successfully raising funds, engaging leadership volunteers, influential community members, and ensuring that program goals are met.
The Executive Director works closely with the Regional Vice President (RVP) as part of, leading their local team to attain the income necessary to achieve the markets budgetary goals and implement all program strategies. They serve on the Region senior leadership team and maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other NKF departments and leadership, participating on organizational projects and committees as appropriate. This relationship should be characterized by effective communication, a positive attitude and strategy toward the growth of NKF, and the achievement of its mission. They need to ensure engagement and mobilization of diverse constituents, staff, and volunteers who are representative of the market driving a culture of diversity and inclusion. The ideal candidate must have proven success in fundraising and/or sales and relationship management as well as activation in a virtual environment.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Fund-raising - Leading the staff team, driving a donor centric culture, building relationships, and implementing a comprehensive, year-round fund-raising program to accomplish financial and program goals:
Board Development
Fiscal Oversight - Responsible for the successful fiscal management of the region:
Programs - Supporting Program staff on execution of NKF programs locally (Live & Virtual):
Market Planning - Responsible for the formulation of market plan that will ensure financial success:
Managerial
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
WORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATION
Must have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness while possessing a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism. Verbal and written communication skills will be used daily. Maintain effectiveness under pressure. Competency in use of a multiple-line telephone, personal computer, fax machine, photocopier, and other standard office equipment. 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 a valid driver’s license.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
At 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 the management of NKF.
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