Senior Development Manager

Senior Development Manager role at National Kidney Foundation located in Houston – Remote (reports to Executive Director).

Fueled by passion and urgency, the National Kidney Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected Grade 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.

• Accountability – Earn and keep trust
• Collaboration – Work as a team
• Communication – Empower with information
• Compassion – Lead with care and respect
• Impact – Focus on the mission

• Plan, execute, budget, and evaluate assigned events.
• Supervise and manage a Development Coordinator supporting fundraising in the South Central/Gulf Coast region.
• Manage a fundraising portfolio for local Kidney Walks, Distinguished Social/Special Events, WHAT can include the Houston Golf Classic.
• Create and execute fundraising strategies to grow revenue.
• Lead, influence, and implement relationships and best practices to accomplish market and regional financial goals.
• Develop and steward a portfolio of sponsorship, campaigns, event teams, grants, donations, and partnerships to provide funding for our mission.
• Provide accurate future revenue projections and financial analysis.
• Oversee stewardship activities to ensure timely and high‑touch responses to partners and donorsahia.
• Deliver presentations to businesses, organizations, and community groups to secure sponsorship and recruit volunteers.
• Ensure compliance with NKF policies, including employment, risk management, event and cash handling, and financial controls.
• Maintain high customer service to all constituents.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Proven track record of multi‑functional fundraising experience: special events, multiple walk events, corporate engagement and campaigns.
• Outcome driven with ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities.

• Accountability
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  Takes ownership of actions, decisions and results, ensuring high standards of performance and transparency.
• Collaboration
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  Collaborates effectively with peers and stakeholders, contributing to shared team goals. Demonstrates openness to feedback and is willing to work across teams to achieve NKF’s mission.
• Cultural humility
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  Fosters a team environment that values humility, continuous learning, and respect for diverse cultures.(Session
• Data‑Driven Decision Making & Results Orientation
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  Analyzes team and project data to drive performance and improve outcomes.
• Financial Acumen
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  Oversees budgets and identifies funding opportunities.
• Operational Excellence
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  Implements process improvements across teams.
• Patient & Community‑Centered Focus
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  Leads teams on initiatives that address underserved populations.
• Resource Stewardship
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  Manages resources responsibly, balancing cost, quality and sustainability.
• Stakeholder Engagement
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  Coordinates volunteer, partner and stakeholder efforts to strengthen NKF’s impact.

• Work independently to recreate and implement fundraising and volunteer development plans.
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  Presentational knowledge for oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Organized and detail oriented.уц
• Prospect, recruit, manage and develop volunteers.
• Knowl0dge of product marketing/sales concepts.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Sound judgment.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365.
• Database knowledge (Salesforce).

• Work/life integration – ample vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance plans for you and your loved ones.
• Life insurance and a 403(b) plan with company matching Thompson’s contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts to save iv eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Commuter benefits for transit and parking expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling and support.
• Referral program to reward employees for bringing talented people.
• Inclusive workplace culture where diversity and equity are valued.
• Mission‑fueled culture guided by integrity, compassion and innovation.

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