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:

Special Events Manager - Knoxville, TN
Division Director of Development and Marketing - Columbia, SC
Regional Program Manager - Dallas, Texas
Mailroom Specialist - New York, NY
Events & Program Assistant (F/T) - Lubbock, Texas
Special Events Manager - Lubbock Texas
Mailroom Manager - New York, NY

Job Title: Mailroom Manager

Location:New York, NY

General Summary

Manages activities of Mailroom staff covering all aspects of the Mailroom function, oversees work flow, assures staffing coverage of various functions over the course of a day, reports job status to Director. Performs light maintenance duties as needed.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Ensures outgoing mail is processed and sent according to daily schedule.
Coordinates bulk mailings.
Ensures delivery of incoming mail and notification of staff when packages are delivered.
Coordinates internal copy jobs. Ensures assignments are completed by date of request.
Performs light maintenance duties, i.e. changes light bulbs, refills water bottles, assembles desks, etc.
Lifts boxes and moves furniture as requested.
Oversees daily floor checks to assure maintenance and supplies on all floors.
Serves as a liaison to building maintenance.
Assures maintenance of office equipment.
Provide training, direction and disciplinary guidance to staff.
Provide supervision with regular updates on services, including problems.
Provide a high level of customer service to all staff, Divisions, Affiliates & volunteers.
Performs other duties as requested.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Internal Applicants: Minimum six months employment with NKF and within current position
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum 3 years related experience in office/mailroom services
Knowledge of postal regulations and mailroom procedures.
Ability to attend to detail
Prior supervisory experience is preferred.

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

Job Title: Special Events Manager

Location: Lubbock Texas

General Summary

The Special Events Manager provides management and assistance with most aspects of the NKF serving West Texas fundraising events and special campaigns. Events could include but are not limited to Kidney Walks, Kidney Golf, Kidney Clubs, Corporate Partners Campaign and other events as assigned.

Working closely with the Regional Development Director and the Regional Vice President, this position will assist in achieving the income necessary to attain the organization's mission via these fundraising events and campaigns. This relationship should be characterized by effective communications, a positive attitude toward the growth of the Foundation and the achievement of its mission, through mutual understanding of the goals and development objectives of the National Organization.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Identify, solicit and manage event sponsors, participants, and supporters.
Oversee logistical requirements for pre and post events; and onsite execution.
Recruit volunteers and provide support to volunteer planning committees.
Recruit individuals, business and medical professionals, schools, service groups and clubs, to participate in events.
Develop proposals and marketing communications.
Meet income goals for events and special initiatives.
Work cross-departmentally with other areas in the National office to create successful Regional fund-raising.
Performs additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Minimum of two years successful job-related experience in fund-raising (voluntary health agency experience preferred). Focus on special events is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication and organization and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Strong customer relations skills and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Word for Windows, Excel Spreadsheet and PowerPoint.
Must be flexible to work some weekends.
Must be flexible for some business travel.
Must have personal vehicle for off-site meetings and other work-related business.
Must be able to lift and transport special event supplies and equipment.

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

Job Title: Regional Program Manager

Location: Dallas, TX

General Summary

Provides support to Regional Vice President and Regional Directors of Development and Programs.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Maintain appropriate record keeping systems and files for all internal functions.
Code and file invoices. Coordinate check payments procedure and records. Enters accounts receivable.
Provide front office coverage and perform general administrative office procedures to ensure the smooth functioning of the office.
Perform additional duties, as required.

Special Events

Assists in the logistics and coordination of special events.
Assist in implementing the work plan for each event.
Provide support to the Event Staff in the preparation and management of budgets (income and expenses) and work plans (with timelines and assignments) for the successful completion of assigned fundraising events, programs and/or activities.
Maintain accurate and complete records, lists and updates for each assigned fundraising event, program or activity, and routinely review the status of each with the Special Events Manager as requested.
Support the mission, strategic plans and operations of the Foundation.
Perform all other duties and tasks required supporting new or proposed fundraising events, programs or activities as requested.
Attend required meetings and tend to other duties as assigned.

Programs

Kidney Early Evaluation Program

Assist the Regional Program Director with all aspects of planning, implementing of KEEP screenings as requested.
Become certified as an NKF KEEP screener and remain up-to-date on all NKF KEEP regulations.
Coordinate and monitor KEEP supplies/inventory.

Volunteer coordinating/training

Track in-kind volunteer hours and send thank-you notes.

Public Education/Assistance Programs

Assist Regional Program Director to develop, plan and coordinate seminars and conferences for patients and families such as pre-dialysis, transplant, early intervention and rehabilitation seminar as well as others as requested.
Oversee mailing of NKF brochures and maintains stock of NKF brochures to be sent to patients or used for health fairs.
Maintain accurate records of Patient Assistance grants and tracking information.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

College degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
Minimum 2 years previous related administrative experience.
Prior non profit experience is preferred.
Experience working in a small office and handling diversified tasks.
Computer literate on MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Ability to manage work flow, develop deadlines and communicate effectively with staff on projects.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Must be articulate and have excellent telephone presence.
Excellent written communications skills
Multi-tasker, capable of handling a mixed workload with patience, maturity and a sense of humor.
Must be flexible to work overtime which includes weekends and evenings, if necessary.

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

Job Title: Mailroom Specialist

Location: New York, NY

General Summary

Provides clerical support for all Mailroom functions. Performs light maintenance duties as needed.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Processes outgoing mail and packages for pick-up.
Sorts incoming mail and operates various mailroom equipment as needed.
Performs copying jobs, collating and distribution as assigned.
Lifts boxes and moves furniture as directed.
Performs various maintenance duties.
Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Knowledge and experience of general office procedures.
Knowledge and experience with personal computers is required.
Knowledge of postal regulations.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work without close supervision, to set priorities and perform multiple tasks.
Ability to follow instructions and deal effectively with deadlines.

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

Job Title:Regional Program Manager

Location: Dallas, Texas

General Summary

This Regional Program Manager oversees planning, organizing and implementing of programs including but not limited to; Kidney Early Evaluation Program, Kidney Health Risk Assessments, Volunteers, health fairs, inventory of screening and educational supplies and other projects as assigned by director.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

The Program Manager performs the following functions, including but not limited to:

Kidney Early Evaluation Program (KEEP) and the Kidney Health Risk Assessments (KHRA)

Oversee all aspects of planning, implementing, budgeting, volunteer management and staffing of screenings.
Maintain and cultivate new partnerships with community agencies, workplaces, minority representative groups, healthcare organizations, faith-based and political organizations and other relevant constituencies to facilitate the best delivery of the program.
Maintain and cultivate relationships with medical professionals, universities, and dialysis unit staff.
Organize KEEP oversight committee
Recruit, train and maintain volunteers (general and medical) for screenings throughout service area.
Become certified as an NKF KEEP screener and remain up-to-date on all NKF screening regulations.
Coordinate and monitor screening supplies/inventory.
Develop screening calendar.
Travel (throughout North Texas) and work weekends as needed.
Manage all relevant internal and external program communications including, but not limited to, marketing materials, web sites, brochures, PR, etc.

Volunteer Management

Recruit, train and retain volunteers
Interview, screen, train, evaluate and place volunteers in appropriate settings.
Assist with volunteer background checks as needed.
Work with other staff members to determine their volunteer needs.
Maintain and cultivate partnerships with community, minority, healthcare, political and other relevant constituencies to expand volunteer base.
Organize quarterly volunteer orientation sessions.
Maintain volunteer database.
Track in-kind volunteer hours and thank volunteers.
Organize annual volunteer appreciation events and solicit donated gifts for volunteers.

Healthfairs

Identify potential health fairs throughout service area.
Develop health fair calendar.
Train/schedule volunteers to promote NKF at health fairs.
Maintain appropriate brochure inventory for events.

Performs additional duties, as required.

Minimum qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum three years program implementation and or expansion experience in a medical or health-related environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Some volunteer management experience.
Strong ability to set priorities, multi-task, work independently under deadlines and pressure.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Flexible for travel and overtime including the ability to work evenings and weekends.
Must be Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power-point, and possess excellent word processing skills.
Must have reliable personal vehicle for off-site meetings and other work-related business.
Must be able to lift and transport event supplies and equipment.

Preferred

Fluent in Spanish (speaking and writing)
Non-profit experience

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

Job Title: Division Director of Development and Marketing

Location: Columbia, South Carolina

General Summary

This position is responsible for developing, planning and coordinating a comprehensive development and marketing plan designed to meet budget and departmental goals. The Division Director of Development and Marketing is accountable for the selection, supervision, motivation and success of the development and marketing team.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Work with staff to create and implement annual development and marketing plan and strategy to carry out the plan.
Prepares Development and Marketing Department's budget.
Evaluates all fund raising and marketing efforts and recommends change when necessary. Reviews overall fund raising and marketing projects for the ensuing fiscal year and assigns appropriate staff responsibility.
Lead and manage the development and marketing staff's efforts to ensure annual goals are achieved.
Cultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential corporate sponsors.
Develop and grow our individual donor base; manage annual giving campaign; cultivate major gifts to include planned giving.
Maintain communication with the Division Director of Medical & Community Programs to stay apprised of program funders and revenue.
Assures compliance with all local, state and national policies regarding fundraising and activities and accountability.
Prepares appropriate reports for Board and Executive Committee meetings.
Performs other duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum of five years in senior-level management in similar environment.
Minimum five years experience in working with special events.
Prior marketing and communications experience.
Prior experience in donor development and major gifts.
Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills.
Must have strong leadership, management and motivational skills.
Ability to work as a team player.
Flexible for evenings and weekends when needed.

Additional Comments

Must exhibit a positive commitment to The National Kidney Foundation Serving South Carolina.
Must cooperate with all staff and volunteers of The National Kidney Foundation Serving South Carolina toward overall support of the organization.
Must be willing to travel in the state and attend National meetings of the National Kidney Foundation.

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

Job Title: Special Events Manager

Location: Knoxville, TN

General Summary

The Special Events Manager is accountable for planning and implementing fundraising strategies and tactics to achieve the income necessary to attain the goals of the Division. This includes developing corporate support and executing special events in the East Tennessee area. This person will take the lead on all special events including but not limited to the Kidney Walk. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to plan development, logistics, volunteer management, utilization of marketing and communication plans in support of events, use of Convio online fundraising platform to support walker and team fundraising, report generation and communications and day of event management. Additionally this position will support sponsorship development (corporate & individual) for all events and program activities.

The Special Events Manager works closely with volunteers and staff to achieve the income necessary to attain the organization's mission via fundraising events. This relationship should be characterized by effective communications, a positive attitude toward the growth of the Foundation and the achievement of the mission, through a mutual understanding of goals and development objectives of the National organization.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Assist in developing a systematic approach to expand revenue that will sustain programs, services, operating needs and long term goals of the National Kidney Foundation.
Research, identify and secure event sponsors to underwrite expenses associated with special events and program activities for special events.
Meet budgeted goals.
Recruit and train volunteers to assist in implementing the work plan for each event. Maintain positive communication with committee chairs and committee members.
Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, minutes and handle other administrative responsibilities.
Actively participate in opportunities to market the NKF to the community.
Effectively establish a positive working relationship with staff, board, sponsors, donors and volunteers.
Write grant proposals for programs in patient services, education, etc.
Serve as Volunteer Coordinator, replying to correspondence and meeting with those who have an interest in volunteering.
Assist in identifying and cultivating relationships with major donors ($10,000+).
Represent the National Kidney Foundation in the community assuring that the National Kidney Foundation plays a significant role.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Exhibit confidence in self and others; inspiring and motivating others to perform well.
Three or more years of successful well-rounded fundraising experience required. Focus on special events and corporate support.
Accepts feedback from others and gives appropriate recognition to others.
Flexible to work weekends and evenings as required.
Exceptionally detail oriented and organized and effectively handle multiple tasks.
Sensitivity to the needs of those we serve.
Proven leadership and people skills are essential.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Outgoing personality and excellent interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to achieve financial goals.
Proficient in Microsoft Office. Data management skills.
Ability to keep up with a fast paced, service oriented environment.
Superior oral and written communication skills required.
Must be flexible to travel, have a valid driver's license and own vehicle.

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