Career Opportunities

Come work with us! NKF is always looking for bright, motivated individuals interested in furthering our mission. Positions are available across the U.S.

The following career opportunities are currently available:

Division President - Norwood, MA
Proofreader (Part-time) New York, NY
Administrative Assistant - Houston, TX
Senior Director, Corporate Relations II - New York, NY
Division President - Altanta, GA
Development Director - Dallas, TX
Division Director of Development - Washington, DC

Job Title: Division President

Location: Norwood, MA

General Summary

The primary function of the Division President is to serve as the chief staff officer of the Division, provide professional management of all aspects of Division operations. The Division President will, by leadership example and through policy implementation, carry out the mission of the National Kidney Foundation by successfully implementing programs and raising funds in the Division.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

The Division President performs executive management functions including but not limited to the following:

Fund Raising

Has ultimate responsibility for raising income to meet budgeted goals Motivates, supervises, and provides support to Development Staff and board members to engage community, corporate, and society leaders to assist in fund raising and board development. Implements NKF signature fund raising programs, major and planned gifts, and annual giving. Personally solicits major gifts and high-level committee chairs when appropriate.

Corporate Management:

Serves as chief staff officer, ensuring that the Division complies with all policies and legal requirements of the NKF.
Provides motivation, support and information to engage and enable the Division and Regional volunteer Boards to participate in fund raising and resource development to support our mission.
Works with the local group to receive input on local programming.
Serves as staff support to the local trustees and ensures appropriate staff support to local fund raising and program volunteer groups.

Personnel Management:

Is responsible for the employment and termination of staff, ensuring the administration of NKF personnel policies, and organization of the staff to carry out the program of services of the Division.
Works with NKF Human Resource Department to ensure that the appropriate personnel legal requirements are met.
Plans and assists staff to develop work plans and supervises performance of staff members providing evaluations and feedback according to Division policies.

Program Planning:

Gives leadership to planning processes through which a comprehensive program of NKF services is developed and implemented.
With local volunteer committees, ensures that volunteer responsibility is designated to forward Division programs.
Supervises staff to ensure the implementation of programs in the areas of public education, professional education, research, patient services and community services.

Financial Management:

Responsible for the fiscal management of the Division, assuring the future of the organization by initiating and implementing long and short range fund raising programs.
Sets yearly budget with Vice President for Field Services and input from local Board. Works closely with NKF Finance Department to monitor progress towards goals to see that the Division is adequately financed for its current operating needs and long term goals, realizing maximum value from its resources, and safeguarded by appropriate internal financial controls.
Ensures that all local financial reporting and records are processed and maintained in a timely and legal manner and in accordance with all NKF accounting procedures.
Ensures the timely submission, to NKF Finance Department, of all requested reports.

Community Relations:

Assures that the Division has a significant role in the community and is known as a valued health agency serving the public and patients with kidney and urinary tract diseases.
Maintains liaison with appropriate community and governmental groups, giving leadership to community efforts consistent with the National Kidney Foundation's mission and serving as a resource on the special needs of kidney patients.
Oversees and implements plans for interpretation of the National Kidney Foundation in community groups, through the media and by production and distribution of Division materials.
Maintains liaison with groups and individuals who can serve as advisors, steering committee members, volunteers, and potential Board members so that the Division maintains its strong local voice.
Keeps the National Kidney Foundation informed of Division operations by liaison with Vice President for Field Services.
Performs other duties as assigned and necessary to the development of the Division.

Organizational Relationships:

The Division President is accountable to the Vice President for Field Services, and works closely with the Division Board. The Division President supervises all employed staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in public or business administration, social sciences or education.
Minimum 5-10 years demonstrated progressively responsible management experience in not-for-profit voluntary health agency.
Prior experience in personnel management, finance, program development and budget management.
Successful record in fund raising and executing programs.
Prior experience working with board members and volunteer groups.
Proven leadership ability, sensitivity to the needs of constituents and superior communication skills are essential.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literate on Word, Word Perfect.
Flexible for overnight business travel which may include weekends.

E-mail resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Director or fax (212) 779-8056

Job Title: Proofreader (Part-time)

Location: New York, NY

General Summary

Responsible for proofreading and editing brochures, books, newsletters, educational resources and promotional materials.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Edits and proofreads printed and electronic materials for both general audiences and medical professionals from initial drafts through completed documents.
Responsible for NKF messaging and fact continuity among all materials.
On-going liaison with Creative Services and Marketing & Communications Department teammates.
Performs other duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

Internal Applicants: Minimum six months employment with NKF and within current position.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum five years of proofreading and editing experience. Medical experience preferred.
Ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written form; knowledge of correct grammar and punctuation.
Ability to establish strong working relationships with co-workers.
Ability to work with a minimum of supervision; to set priorities and meet established time frames.
Responsible and resourceful.
Ability to flourish in a fast-paced environment with strong multi-tasking skills and a good sense of humor.
Basic computer skills.

E-mail resume and cover letter to the Recruiting Director or fax 212-686-8916

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: Houston, TX

General Summary

Provides overall office support to all staff members.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Respond to phone calls, direct calls to the proper person, take accurate messages, handle general inquiries and greet visitors.
Represent the National Kidney Foundation in a professional and confident manner.
Assist all managers with fund raising and programs.
Make calls to board members and committee members, when instructed.
Open and sort daily mail. Code deposits and invoices properly.
Perform routine typing assignments, composing letters, memos, etc. as directed.
Generate and mail all acknowledgments in a timely fashion.
Man the front desk during normal business hours.
Data entry as directed.
Handle miscellaneous clerical duties of a routine nature.
Assist with special events related typing, filing, and correspondence, including maintaining Special Events binders, calendars and database, coordinate event sponsor/donor participation.
On occasion, man the information booth for the National Kidney Foundation and be able to effectively represent the organization and its mission.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Internal Applicants: Minimum six months employment with NKF and within current position.
High school Diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum 3 - 5 years related work experience, preferably with a non-profit or other social service agency.
Strong knowledge of all Microsoft Office products.
Must have good grammar, spelling and punctuation skills.
Must maintain a professional image at all times, using tact, poise and good judgment when representing the NKF in the community.
Must be very accurate with details.
Must be willing to take initiative and handle assignments under minimal supervision and oversight.
Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional telephone manner.
Should be able to work independently and as a team player.
Must be able to coordinate a large number of projects concurrently and prioritize with minimal guidance.
Must be able to effectively establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, donors, and volunteers.
Excellent organizational skills.
Sensitivity to the needs of patients.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Flexible to work evenings and weekends when needed.

E-mail resume and cover letter to the Recruiting Director or fax 212-686-8916

Job Title: Senior Director, Corporate Relations II

Location: New York, NY

General Summary

The Senior Director, Corporate Relations will provide leadership, strategic initiative, and management of fund-raising efforts. He/She will create and coordinate programs to increase the organization's support base among corporations, charitable foundations, high net individuals, and additional sources. He/She will be responsible for identifying opportunities and initiating / managing relationships with all national corporations (excluding pharmaceutical companies). He/She will achieve the goal of obtaining and increasing revenue and awareness of the National Kidney Foundation through general organizational support, and sponsorship of NKF Signature Programs. The Senior Director, Corporate Relations will be responsible for supervising and providing direction to other Corporate Relations staff.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

To research, identify and initiate contact with corporations, charitable foundations, high net individuals, and additional sources.
Develop and cultivate key relationships with corporations, charitable foundations, high net individuals, and additional sources.
Develop customized proposals, sponsorship packages, budgets and presentations for national corporations for general support of NKF and support of NKF National Signature Programs.
Develop detailed program proposals with measurable outcomes for charitable foundations.
Provide leadership, direction and supervision to Corporate Relations staff to ensure sponsorship deliverables and growth in national corporations and charitable foundations.
Develop and implement a cohesive plan to engage NKF Board members to identify key sponsorship potentials.
Coordinate the implementation of programs once accepted by national corporations or charitable foundations.
Develop and implement a revenue growth plan for new and existing NKF programs.
Assist NKF Divisions and Affiliates manage revenue/account growth strategies.
Develop national corporate fundraising promotion concepts that are complimentary to the goals of the National Kidney Foundation and the national corporation.
Work with Vice President, Corporate Development and all Corporate Relations staff to develop strategies for working with national volunteers in an effort to identify and leverage volunteer contacts at national corporations.
Develop customized proposals, budgets and presentations for all areas of corporate funding.
Responsible for assisting with the completion of grant reconciliation reports and all other metrics reports required by the grantor in conjunction with the funded program.
Performs additional duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum of five years experience and a proven corporate development track record working for a non-profit healthcare organization.
Prior experience successfully developing and maintaining corporate relationships and selling national corporate sponsorships resulting in significant revenue.
Experience developing strategic plans to increase revenue.
Proven ability to define, target and develop account relationships with the objective of maximizing potential from corporate sources.
Strong leadership qualities, organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively within a voluntary organizational structure, as well as outwardly to the for-profit corporations.
Flexibility and ability to handle multiple projects at the same time and work under the pressure of multiple deadlines.
Strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and presentation skills and computer proficiency required.
Must be flexible for overnight business travel.

E-mail resume and cover letter to the Recruiting Director or fax 212-686-8916

Job Title: Division President

Location: Altanta, GA

General Summary

The primary function of the Division President is to serve as the chief staff officer of the Division, provide professional management of all aspects of the Division's operations. The Division President will, by leadership example and through policy implementation, carry out the mission of the National Kidney Foundation by successfully implementing programs and raising funds in the Division.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Division President performs executive management functions including but not limited to the following:

Fund Raising

Has ultimate responsibility and accountability for raising income to meet budgeted goals.
Motivates, supervises, and provides support to Development Staff and board members to engage community, corporate, and society leaders to assist in fund raising and board development.
Serves as the staff partner to the Board Chair and assists the Board with Board Development and Nominating.
Implements NKF signature fund raising programs, major and planned gifts, and annual giving.
Personally solicits major gifts and high-level committee chairs when appropriate.

Corporate Management:

Ensures that the Division complies with all policies and legal requirements of the NKF as set by the National Office.
Provides motivation, support, training and information sharing to engage and enable the Division and Regional volunteer Boards to participate in fund-raising and resource development to support the organization's mission.
Works with the Region Board's Medical Advisory Committee to receive input on local programming.
Serves as staff support to the local volunteers and ensures appropriate staff support to local fund raising and program volunteer groups.

Personnel Management:

Is responsible for the employment and termination of staff, ensuring the administration of NKF personnel policies, and organization of the staff to carry out the program of services of the Division.
Works with NKF Human Resource Department to ensure that the appropriate personnel legal requirements are met.
Plans and assists staff to develop annual work plans, and supervises performance of staff members providing evaluations and feedback according to Division policies.

Program Planning:

Gives leadership to planning processes through which a comprehensive program of NKF services is developed and implemented.
With local volunteer committees, ensures that volunteer responsibility is designated to forward the Division's programs.
Supervises staff to ensure the implementation of programs in the areas of public education, professional education, research, patient services and community services.

Financial Management:

Responsible for the fiscal management and growth of the Division, assuring the future of the organization by initiating and implementing long and short range fund-raising programs.
Sets yearly budget, with Vice President for Field Services and input from local Board.
Works closely with NKF Finance Department to monitor progress towards goals to see that the all components of the Division are adequately financed for both the current operating needs and long term goals, realizing maximum value from its resources, and safeguarded by appropriate internal financial controls.
Ensures that all local financial reporting and records are processed and maintained in a timely and legal manner and in accordance with all NKF accounting procedures as established by the National Office.
Ensures the timely submission to the NKF Finance Department, of all requested reports.

Community Relations:

Assures that the Division has a significant role in the community and is known as a valued health agency serving the public and patients with kidney and urinary tract diseases through awareness building.
Maintains liaison with appropriate community and governmental groups, giving leadership to community efforts consistent with the National Kidney Foundation's mission and serving as a resource on the special needs of kidney patients.
Oversees and implements plans of the National Kidney Foundation in community groups, through the media and by production and distribution of materials as based upon National best practices.
Maintains liaison with groups and individuals who can serve as advisors, steering committee members, volunteers, and potential Board members so that the Division maintains its strong local voice.
Keeps the National Kidney Foundation informed of Division operations by liaison with the Vice President for Field Services.

Organizational Relationships:

The Division President is accountable to the Vice President for Field Services, and works closely with the Division and Region Boards. The Division President supervises all employed staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in public or business administration, social sciences or education.
Minimum 5-10 years demonstrated progressively responsible management experience in not-for-profit voluntary health agency.
Prior experience in personnel management, finance, program development and budget management.
Demonstrated and successful record in fund-raising, board development, strategic planning, and executing programs.
Prior experience working with board members and volunteer groups.
Proven leadership ability, sensitivity to the needs of constituents and superior communication skills are essential.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literate with MS Office. Must have prior experience working with meta data bases, event management programs, and third party wealth identification programs.
Flexible for overnight business travel which may include weekends.

E-mail resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Director or fax (212) 686-8916

Job Title:Development Director

Location: Dallas, TX

General Summary

The Development Director is accountable for planning and implementing the annual budget and all fundraising strategies and tactics to achieve the income necessary to attain the Regional Office’s goals. The position will oversee and implement a comprehensive fundraising program that includes individual, corporate, foundation and major giving as well as grant solicitation. Additionally, taking the lead role or, when appropriate, the oversight responsibilities in developing, organizing and implementing special events such as walkathons, golf tournaments, galas and other major events as needed. The Development Director will serve as the supervisor to special events and fund development personnel.

Principal Accountabilities

Develop and maintain a three-year Regional Development Strategy and one-year plan with input from the Regional Vice President, National and Division staff and key stakeholders to achieve the Region’s fundraising goals.
Work closely with the Regional Vice President on an ongoing Major Gift Program and Individual Gift Program to achieve the Region’s current and longer-term goals.
Develop and cultivate strong external relationships and partnerships with targeted business, education, community, foundation, government contacts and others to achieve the Region’s development goals.
Oversee the selection, writing and management of grants appropriate for the Region’s needs.
Identify, solicit and manage event sponsors, participants and supporters.
Ensure that income goals are met for all events.
Supervise personnel in Special Events and Development Departments.
Establish and supervise effective working committees for various events.
Work well within a cross-functional and departmental organization to ensure successful outcomes for NKF.
Ensure accurate, detailed and timely reporting of fundraising activity and results as well as timely communication with sponsors and participants.
Develop and maintain collaborative and highly effective internal relationships with Regional staff and volunteers as well as Division and National NKF contacts.
Ensures that all Regional fundraising reflects NKF best practices, follows guidelines stated in NKF policies, and that fundraising meets and complies with all appropriate laws and professional standards.
Performs additional duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Internal Applicants: Minimum six months employment with NKF and within current position.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum five years successful fund-raising experience, preferably with a non-profit health agency.
Minimum three years experience in event planning. Extensive and successful experience in handling all aspects for golf and walk events is a plus.
Minimum five years corporate fund-raising experience.
Major Gift experience is preferred.
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lead and to work independently and as a member of a team.
Demonstrated exceptional level of customer service and interpersonal skills.
A high level of competency using Word, PowerPoint, Excel and databases.
Excellent organizational and managerial skills.
Flexible for business travel including overnight travel.
Flexible to work all hours including weekends as needed to fulfill accountabilities and represent the Region.

E-mail resume and cover letter to the Recruiting Director or fax 212-686-8916

Job Title:Division Director of Development

Location: Washington, DC

General Summary

The Division Director of Development is responsible for researching, planning and coordinating a comprehensive program designed to meet the NKF/NCA's current funding needs and to establish a base for future growth. The position, using assigned staff, provides support to fund raising committees and initiates contacts with appropriate community groups. The Division Director of Development is also responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating the plan, setting and meeting budget goals and departmental organization. This individual is accountable for the supervision, selection, motivation and success of the development department.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Plans, manages and monitors all development activities and assures the quality of the same, ensuring that they are done to a high standard.
Develops budgets NKF/NCA development activities under the guidance of the President and CEO.
Development activities include: major gifts, grants (foundation/corporate/government), direct mail, workplace giving, planned giving, the car contribution campaign, Annual Raffle Reception & Drawing, and memorials.
Coordinates with the Division Vice President of Communications in conjunction with the development staff to supervise the production and distribution of supporting materials associated with fund raising.
Assures compliance with all local, state and national policies regarding fund raising activities and accountability.
In concert with the Division Vice President of Medical Initiatives & Operations, assists in the development of funding proposals for department projects and events.
Responsible for obtaining sponsorship, particularly the pharmaceutical & equipment industry in concert with the Director of Medical & Community Programs under the supervision of the President and CEO.
Develops fund raising plan that incorporates the expertise of the Development Committee and the President & CEO.
Manage and guide development staff.
Is professional.
Develops and maintains projected income analysis on all development activities. Evaluates all fund raising efforts, recommends changes when necessary, reviews overall fundraising projects for the ensuing fiscal year and assigns staff responsibility.
Prepares appropriate committee chairman to give reports at all Board and Executive Committee meetings and, if necessary, substitutes committee members to give report in event of non-attendance.
Successfully recruits volunteers and corporate sponsorship.
Performs other duties as requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Individual must have a bachelor's degree and possess at least 5 years of development experience with increasing responsibility. Fluency with Microsoft Office programs and overall comfort level with donor databases is essential. Ability to interact comfortably with individuals at all levels of seniority.
Knowledge of fund raising issues and programs, which include design of systems and processes.
Ability to set goals and objectives and to create and implement appropriate processes for their achievement, with a particular emphasis on the coordination of multiple and diverse activities.
Ability to effectively apply principles of leadership, management and supervision; ability to build successful work teams which support fundraising efforts and the mission and goals of the Foundation.
Expertise with individual giving.
Ability to delegate.
Ability to successfully communicate orally and in writing at a superior level both within and outside the organization.
Ability to initiate planning and organizing activities which reflect appropriate analysis and problem-solving techniques and result in responsible decision-making based on pertinent facts and cause and effect relationships.
Ability to conceptualize and/or create solutions by applying the general to the specific and /or by envisioning old applications and /or methods in new ways.
Ability to work well with staff with an emphasis on managing, directing, encouraging and developing commitment to the mission and goals of the foundation.

E-mail resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Director or fax 212-686-8916