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Category: Exempt; Full Time
Location: Remote, USA. Headquarters in Kansas City MO

About PKD

The PKD Foundation (PKDF) is the only organization in the U.S. solely dedicated to finding treatments and a cure for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and to improving the lives of those it affects. Since 1982, we have proudly funded $50 million in PKD research and leveraged $1.5 billion in government funding, while serving our local communities across the country. We are inspired by our mission. And driven by our vision. Our vision is to #endPKD.

Summary

The Vice President, Leadership Giving (VPLG) will report the Chief Growth Officer and will collaborate with several other senior team leaders.   This individual will manage a portfolio of approximately 75-100 major gift donors ($10,000+) and lead/coach a team of fundraising professionals (inclusive of three Directors of Leadership Giving, Director of Donor Development and Director of Prospect Management & Research) to capture significant donor opportunities.  They will innovate strategies that align with PKDF mission priorities and play a significant role in the launch of the organization’s next comprehensive campaign.

The VPLG is responsible for developing, implementing, and executing strategies that result in individual gifts over $10,000 and will be comfortable closing gifts and pledges over $1 million dollars. The successful candidate will be a seasoned nonprofit executive, proven major gifts fundraiser, experienced in planned/legacy giving, and successful coach/manager with the ability to direct their team in prospecting, portfolio management and moves management to secure gifts in support of the comprehensive campaign.

Core Responsibilities 

• To gain an understanding of Polycystic Kidney Disease and the mission of the PKD Foundation and be prepared to fully convey with donors/prospects.
• Serves as leader and coach to Leadership Giving team, driving team excellence and transformational revenue growth. Mentors and provides strategic insight and professional development to team members.
• Responsible for development and execution of strategies to achieve Leadership Giving budget in partnership with Chief Growth Officer.
• Partner with organizational leaders and an outside consulting firm to implement and execute a multi-year comprehensive campaign.
• Using a donor centric strategy, represents and delivers a consistent Leadership Giving program experience for prospects and donors.
• Responsible for a portfolio of approximately 75-100 major gift donors with the potential to give $10,000+.
• Within personal portfolio and as the Leadership Giving team leader, develops strategic plans for donors employing an understanding of research, comprehensive campaign strategy, and giving opportunities, while leveraging internal and external relationships.
• Partners with Leadership Giving staff and staff partners across PKDF to ensure that key information and comprehensive strategies are in place for all prospects and donors of $10K+ in assigned portfolio.
• Partners with the Chief Growth Officer to develop key performance indicators and manages individual and team achievement of KPIs over the course of the fiscal year; identifies and troubleshoots challenges to achieving KPIs in timely manner.
• Enters current donor contact information and interactions in CRM (Salesforce) to share the donor progress in the moves management cycle.
• Work with the Executive Leadership Team, and other members of the staff, to establish clear standards and processes for stewardship, donor, and institutional recognition.
• Partner in the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of policies and processes to meet national best practices while ensuring adherence to grant and restricted giving agreements.
• Uses data driven practices and processes to build pipeline, increase revenue, and apply resources.
• Collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team and financial staff in the preparation of annual business plans and budgets, incorporating various fundraising projections into the budget of the organization.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of Leadership Giving and Donor Development experience, with at least 7 years in a direct, front facing fundraising role with a clear record of success.
• Proven track record working with and fundraising at the six and seven figure level.
• High level of experience with and understanding of major gift and comprehensive campaigns, and public and private foundations as well as legacy giving.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills Requirements

Senior Leadership:

• Proven track record working with Executive Teams, including CEO, to support strategic business priorities.
• Leadership experience in a complex, mission-driven organization.
• Easy to work with and knows how to gain the confidence of others.
• Model integrity and ethical behavior and exhibit passion to achieve the PKDF’s mission.

People Management:

• 5+ years of experience directly managing a team of leadership giving staff/major gift fundraising team or equivalent management experience.
• Proven track record of supervising, coaching, developing, leading, inspiring, and motivating staff. Strong desire to build high-performing team.
• Experience coordinating team members to develop scripts, discovery process, best practices, sharing expertise/training and guiding solution development.

Communication & Relationship Building:

• Ability to understand and effectively communicate complex research about polycystic kidney disease and the PKD healthcare community.
• Strong capability to leverage relationships and negotiate agreements. Inspiring team player who can interface with all levels of staff and volunteers to develop, maintain, and utilize relationships.
• Ability to effectively manage donor engagements while recognizing and leveraging the expertise of the different resources and the importance of their contributions.
• Experience building a case for support and communicating donor-specific value propositions.
• Superior active listening, observation, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Professional Skills:

• Highly efficient in time management and meeting deadlines under pressure without sacrificing quality.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multi-task and inspire people across the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong presentation delivery, ability to convey ideas, and provide effective instruction.
• Proficient in Salesforce or similar CRM system.
• Sound professional judgement and interpersonal skills as well as strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise judgement and appropriately handle confidential matters and information.
• Familiarity of remote office setting including video communications and a virtual meeting schedule.
• Ability to collaborate effectively among highly diverse (geographically & professionally) team.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel (appx 20-30% of the time).

Occasional business travel will be required to the PKD Foundation office in Kansas City, Missouri. Employees residing outside of the Kansas City Metro must live within reasonable proximity to a major airport hub for required travel.

Executive Benefits Package*

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation (commensurate with experience), in addition to a benefits package including:

• Salary Range: $120,000 – $150,000, based on geographic location, years of experience, and ensuring pay equity within the organization.
• Employer-paid medical benefits including healthcare, dental, and vision for individual.
• Employer fully funded HSA (for those who elect a high deductible health plan)
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 12% employer contribution, no match required, after six months of continuous service.
• 11+ paid Holidays and 20 PTO days per year

*Benefits are subject to board review annually and may change.

The PKD Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We’re committed to creating a work environment where employees thrive both personally and professionally. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, veteran status, cultures, beliefs or any other status protected by law.

To Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online here, including their cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. For more information about the PKD Foundation, visit our website at pkdcure.org.

Category: Full-time; exempt
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Location: Kansas City, MO; hybrid

About PKD

The PKD Foundation is the only organization in the U.S. solely dedicated to finding treatments and a cure for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and to improving the lives of those it affects. Since 1982, we have proudly funded $50 million in PKD research and leveraged $1.5 billion in government funding, while serving our local communities across the country. We are inspired by our mission. And driven by our vision. Our vision is to #endPKD.

Summary

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the executive assistant will provide high-quality,  confidential operational and administrative support to the Executive Leadership Team as needed. The executive assistant will also be responsible for providing support services for the board of directors, assisting with human resources tasks and providing general office admin.

Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, you will be responsible for the preparation and follow-up of meetings and supporting the ELT in cross-functional, organization-wide initiatives. You will handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously, mixing long-term projects with the urgency of immediate demands. In addition to daily operational tasks, this role will also be responsible for supporting annual projects to include budget development and strategic planning. You will play a crucial role in supporting our employees through the HR function and be expected to manage highly confidential information.

Our ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, and capable of managing their workload and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced nonprofit environment. This is a hybrid position based out of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area.

Core Responsibilities 

Executive Team administration

• Provide administrative support to Executive Leadership Team assisting with calendar management, development of presentations or reports, monthly expense reports, etc.
• Coordinate on-site and virtual leadership meeting logistics.
• Provide administrative support for special projects including quarterly Board of Directors reports, the annual budgeting process, annual strategic planning process and others as determined.

Board of Directors and Committees Support

• Schedule Standing Committee and Board of Directors meetings and conference calls, assisting the Officers and Committee Chairs as needed.
• Provide logistical meeting support for all board and committee meetings which may be virtual or on-site.
• Negotiate hotel contracts to secure room blocks, meeting space, F&B, and A/V; manage logistics and final invoice.
• Prepare agendas and record minutes; collect and organize materials and presentations.
• Maintain all Board-related documents and Board portal.

Human Resources

• Coordinate interview scheduling
• Provide administrative support for annual projects including conflict of interest disclosures, harassment training, etc.
• Manage updates for employee handbook and org chart.

Other misc. administrative support

• Schedule and coordinate monthly staff meetings.
• Vendor relationship support including outside accounting firm and state compliance manager.
• Assist with general office administration including mail processing, general phone line, etc.

Qualifications

• Three to five years’ experience at the Executive Assistant level, supporting C-suite executives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; willingness to accept supervisory coaching.
• Demonstrated proficiency of all Microsoft Office applications, especially Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ZOOM.
• Demonstrable track record of initiative, resourcefulness and willingness to learn.
• A demonstrated ability to work independently, meet concurrent deadlines, organize time and priorities, and work well as a dedicated member of a team while assisting executive(s) in professional setting.
• Exercise professional and sound judgment.
• Proven writing/editing, filing, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Strong client service skills, with the ability to provide superior customer service to internal and external clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

Knowledge/Judgement

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and ZOOM required.
• Ability to practice a high level of confidentiality.
• Knowledge of shipping and mailing procedures preferred.
• Ability to provide superior customer service to internal and external clients.
• Be detailed and accurate in work methods.
• Exercise good judgment with professionalism.

Technical Skills

• Use of Microsoft Office software or equivalent.
• Use of ZOOM.

Travel Requirements

• Less than 5% travel outside of Kansas City Metro.
• Attendance (virtual or in person) to support quarterly Board of Directors meetings will be required.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Use hands and arms, read, stoop, crouch, talk, hear, see objects clearly at 20 inches or less.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 20 lbs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:*

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation (commensurate with experience), in addition to a benefits package including:

• Employer-paid medical benefits including healthcare, dental, and vision for individual.
• Employer funded HSA (for those who elect a HDHP)
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan available after six months of continuous service, with 12% employer contribution, no match required,
• 11+ paid Holidays and 20 PTO days per year
• Remote work environment, with collaborative business center available to employees local to the Kansas City metro area as needed.

*Benefits are subject to board review annually and may change.

The PKD Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We’re committed to creating a work environment where employees thrive both personally and professionally. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, veteran status, cultures, beliefs or any other status protected by law.

To Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online here, including their cover letter, resume and salary requirements.

For more information about the PKD Foundation, visit our website at pkdcure.org.

Category: Full-time, Exempt
Reports to: Director of Marketing and Communications
Location: Remote, USA (HQ in Kansas City, MO)

Summary

Responsible for meeting the promotional and brand design needs of the PKD Foundation. Utilizes current and emerging print and digital design trends to visually convey brand and organizational mission. Project manage website and execute needed updates. To be successful in this position, you’ll be a self-starter, capable of managing several different projects among internal and external clients and showing extensive attention to detail. 

Core Duties and Responsibilities 

• Provide graphic design support and development on communications and marketing campaigns both internally and externally which may include custom graphics creation and materials development (materials may include fact sheets, flyers, posters, web banners, icons, infographics, and templates) 
• Act as visual storyteller, offering creative solutions for creating and editing of projects based on written and visual content, and ensuring quality control and consistency on final projects 
• Manage all website content and complete website updates. Monitor website health. Stay up to date on trends in web design and SEO. 
• Project management of assignments to assure that projects and materials are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the expected creative and business objectives. 
• Maintain creative assets files and resources, such as stock and Foundation photography, special fonts, Foundation logo and sub brand logos, software programs and updates, etc. Implement and maintain organizational brand standards. 
• Assist with marketing efforts including vendor management and production of all marketing and educational materials.  
• Assist leadership with ad hoc initiatives that align with the Foundation’s objectives.  
• Performs other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred plus 2-4 years work experience in graphic design or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).   
• Must be an expert in digital illustration and layout software including Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, WordPress, and InDesign.   
• Present a portfolio that demonstrates ability to create compelling visual designs and develop brand identities. An understanding of video editing software is a plus.   
• Must possess understanding of digital/web and print processes, photography, illustration, and web development.   
• Knowledge of solid communication, organizational, and project management skills required. Nonprofit/rare disease experience is a plus.   
• Ability to collaborate effectively among highly diverse (geographically & professionally) team.  

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Must be comfortable working in variety of work teams and applying marketing and communications skills to organizational initiatives.  
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously required.  
• Must be timely in meeting all project-based goals and anticipate challenges.  

Travel Requirements

• Less than 5%
• Occasional business travel will be required to the PKD Foundation office in Kansas City, Missouri. Employees residing outside of the Kansas City Metro must live within reasonable proximity to a major airport hub for required travel. 

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Use hands and arms, read, stoop, crouch, talk, hear, see objects clearly at 20 inches or less.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 20 lbs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits*

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation (commensurate with experience), in addition to a benefits package including:

• Salary Range: $48,000-$54,000, depending on relevant experience 
• Employer paid medical benefits including healthcare, dental, and vision for individual. 
• Employer funded HSA (if applicable health plan is chosen) 
• Life insurance and disability insurance 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 12% employer contribution, no match required, after six months of continuous service 
• 11+ paid Holidays and 20 PTO days per year 
• Remote work environment, with collaborative business center available to employees local to the Kansas City metro area as needed. 

*Benefits are subject to board review annually and may change.

As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, PKDF provides a range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Multiple factors may be used to determine your actual salary, including: your specific skills and experience, physical location, or other relevant factors. The salary range for this position may be lower or higher in different markets.

The anticipated pay range for this role is: $48,000-$54,000 

The PKD Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We’re committed to creating a work environment where employees thrive both personally and professionally. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, veteran status, cultures, beliefs or any other status protected by law.

To Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.pkdcure.org, including their cover letter, resume and salary requirements. 

For more information about the PKD Foundation, visit our website at pkdcure.org.

Category: Full-time, Exempt
Reports to: Director of Marketing and Communications
Location: Remote, USA (HQ in Kansas City, MO)

Summary

The Digital Fundraising Strategist manages and oversees the growth of digital fundraising initiatives by implementing strategies, tactics, and techniques across digital channels. Responsible for the end-to-end supporter journey and experience, this role will help develop landing pages, email journeys, social content, and ads to achieve fundraising goals, engage existing supporters, and attract new supporters, with a focus on acquisition of new consistent online donors. The Strategist will provide coordinated leadership of digital fundraising and engagement activities as well as develop and implement marketing strategies to support fundraising across the organization.  

Core Duties and Responsibilities 

• Strategize, design, manage, and achieve fundraising goals for PKDF digital fundraising activities. Responsibilities include: Giving Tuesday, monthly giving, car donation program, and other digital fundraising campaigns  
• In partnership with the Marketing department, execute the Foundation’s social media fundraising strategies, including drafting and posting items on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms. Track and report on digital fundraising results across all channels. Maintain dashboards and pull analytics reports for online appeals, web traffic, and social media. Maintain email analytics and provide recommendations for future email appeals.  
• Develop supporter journey strategies to deepen the engagement with PKDF campaigns, leading to consistent donor giving and engagement.  
• Provide direction and feedback to outside creative vendors for digital campaigns (email, SEO, display ads, and social media). Create online engagement and stewardship opportunities.  
• Manage and implement a robust testing plan to build a data driven drip campaigns when applicable. Proof, test, schedule, and track email sends for all digital fundraising initiatives.  
• Manage the Foundation’s email list health and bounces to ensure list hygiene and sender reputation. Manage and build a segmentation strategy.  
• Develop an online list growth plan to acquire new email addresses.  
• Oversee fundraising pages on the Foundation’s public website and donation forms to ensure functionality. Troubleshoot issues as they arise.  
• Maintain photo and graphics library and creative production file  
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant digital fundraising experience and the ability to handle multiple projects with high attention to detail 
• Strong interest in digital marketing and fundraising strategies and tactics  
• Experience with list selection, segmentation, and hygiene  
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills  
• Experience publishing content, engaging audiences, and tracking results across social media platforms, including ad buys  
• Ability to work cross-functionally with a diverse range of partners and peers  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and peer to peer fundraising software 
• Familiarity with using CMS systems (WordPress preferred) and files produced in Adobe Creative suite and Canva  
• Proficiency with CRM software such as Salesforce and its digital communication applications  
• Familiarity with HTML. Familiarity with CSS a plus  
• Familiarity with Google Analytics and Google Ads  
• Ability to collaborate effectively among highly diverse (geographically & professionally) team.   

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Must be comfortable working in variety of work teams and applying marketing and communications skills to organizational initiatives.  
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously required.  
• Must be timely in meeting all project-based goals and anticipate challenges.  

Travel Requirements

• Less than 5%
• Occasional business travel will be required to the PKD Foundation office in Kansas City, Missouri. Employees residing outside of the Kansas City Metro must live within reasonable proximity to a major airport hub for required travel. 

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Use hands and arms, read, stoop, crouch, talk, hear, see objects clearly at 20 inches or less.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 20 lbs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits*

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation (commensurate with experience), in addition to a benefits package including:

• Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000, depending on relevant experience 
• Employer paid medical benefits including healthcare, dental, and vision for individual. 
• Employer funded HSA (if applicable health plan is chosen) 
• Life insurance and disability insurance 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 12% employer contribution, no match required, after six months of continuous service 
• 11+ paid Holidays and 20 PTO days per year 
• Remote work environment, with collaborative business center available to employees local to the Kansas City metro area as needed. 

*Benefits are subject to board review annually and may change.

As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, PKDF provides a range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Multiple factors may be used to determine your actual salary, including: your specific skills and experience, physical location, or other relevant factors. The salary range for this position may be lower or higher in different markets.

The anticipated pay range for this role is: $55,000-$65,000 

The PKD Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We’re committed to creating a work environment where employees thrive both personally and professionally. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, veteran status, cultures, beliefs or any other status protected by law.

To Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.pkdcure.org, including their cover letter, resume and salary requirements. 

For more information about the PKD Foundation, visit our website at pkdcure.org.