Job Description

Fundraising & Development Coordinator

Reports To: Associate Director, Development

Location: Remote (King of Prussia, PA area preferred)

Start Date: Immediate Hire

NephCure Kidney International’s mission is to accelerate research for effective treatments for rare, protein-spilling kidney diseases, and to provide education and support that will improve the lives of those affected by these conditions.

Why Join NephCure

NephCure Kidney International (NephCure) is the only organization committed exclusively to accelerating research for treatments for rare forms of Nephrotic Syndrome. We provide education and support to improve the lives of those affected by these rare, protein-spilling kidney diseases. We pride ourselves on working productively and efficiently at a fast pace, and then taking time to recharge and regroup. As a member of the NephCure team, you will work in a fast-paced environment that values collaboration, innovation, diverse perspectives, and most of all, a relentless determination to help those rare kidney disease save their kidneys and live their best lives.

Who You Are

As the Fundraising & Development Coordinator at NephCure, you are part of a team of passionate, action-oriented doers who are pushing forward our mission to find better treatments and cures for rare and chronic kidney diseases. You aim to be a force of good in the world and are motivated by the stories of families who have been affected by these conditions. You are compelled to act when you see injustices. You are a team-oriented player who can identify gaps and work to fill them. You have a thirst for knowledge, you love to learn new technology, and you’re not afraid of researching to find the right answer.

You excel at working independently in a fast-paced environment as well as with high profile pharmaceutical executives, physicians, donors, patients, and NephCure staff, board members, and volunteers. You are an organized self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management skills, and great attention to detail.

Position Summary

The Fundraising & Development Coordinator will work with NephCure’s Development Department to help spearhead the growth of our annual fundraising campaigns and provide logistical and operations support to the Development Department. The ideal candidate will exhibit a commitment to the mission, vision, and values of NephCure. The candidate will have the ability to multitask, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and knowledge and experience with CRM software and platforms.

Primary Responsibilities

The Fundraising & Development Coordinator will support the Development Department with project management, manage the donor database, provide support for all fundraising and events initiatives, and ensure that deadlines and tasks are completed on time.

• Facilitate, oversee, and process all vendor contracts, PO’s, invoices, meeting logistics, travel/accommodations, shipments/deliveries, and mailings.
• Track, manage, and maintain: Donor database (Salesforce), attendance at events, in-kind donations, sponsorship benefits.
• Assist with planning, communications, and execution of fundraising events.
• Manage communications of donor acknowledgement letters, including tributes/memorials, general donations, event sponsorships, IRS tax receipt letters, volunteer recognition in a timely manner.
• Assist in updating external collateral and obtaining tax exempt and certificate of insurance applications.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The Fundraising & Development Coordinator must be focused, detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to work well independently and collaboratively; possess a high level of verbal and written communication skills, have a deep understanding of empathy, and honor confidentiality to support the fulfillment of the organization’s overall goals.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of experience with non-profit and donor relations preferred.
• Experience with Salesforce is preferred, but not required. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills.
• High level attention to detail and organization skills.
• Robust administrative and technology skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and prioritize.
• Outgoing and engaging personality with confidence to interact with key stakeholders including individual and corporate donors, patients, board members, employees, and vendors.
• Experience planning and managing small events.
• Possess cultural agility skills necessary to work effectively with diverse people of all ages and backgrounds.
• A self-starter; proactively takes initiative and solutions oriented.
• Ability to think critically on both individual and team projects.
• Ability to travel and available to work occasional evening events or 4-6 weekend events per year.

Work Environment & Considerations

Candidates may live anywhere within the U.S. and work remotely. Travel is budgeted at 20%. NephCure has an excellent benefits package and competitive salary. NephCure offers a supportive and entrepreneurial work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NephCure offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 14 paid holidays, including winter break
• 30 PTO days per year
• 401(k) with company match

Mandatory Vaccination Policy

NephCure requires all employees, as applicable and as permitted by law, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a term and condition of employment at NephCure. Employees are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after completing primary vaccination with a COVID-19 vaccine, with, if applicable, at least the minimum recommended interval between doses. All employees are required to report their vaccination status and to provide proof of vaccination. If you are invited to participate in the interview process, you may request a copy of NephCure’s full COVID-19 vaccination policy from the hiring manager for more information.

To apply: Please include a cover letter and resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Fundraising: 2 years (Preferred)
• CRM software: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

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