Program Manager

National Kidney Foundation
• Remote in Georgia
• WHO WE ARE
Fueled by passion and urgency, National Kidney Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected by 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.
WHAT WE BELIEVE IN
NKF's Mission is what we do, our Values are how we do it.
Accountability- Earn and Keep Trust
Collaboration-Work as a team
Communication- Empower with information
Community-Build stronger community
Compassion- Lead with care and respect
Impact-Focus on the mission
Your Voice Matters:

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WHAT YOU'LL DO
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Program Manager will be responsible for the local implementation and delivery of the National Kidney Foundation's (NKF) signature programs to patients, the public, and professionals throughout the designated region.
These programs include, but are not limited to, KEEP Healthy (community screening program), Big Ask:
Big Give (kidney transplant education program), patient education symposiums, Your Kidneys and You (kidney health promotion program), advocacy, and professional education activities, including NKF's Primary Care Initiative.
The Program Manager is also responsible for managing local expansion strategies, such as the cultivation of community and corporate partnerships, and assisting in securing funds for programs.
The Program Manager will work closely with the Executive Director to evaluate program performance and ensure activities are aligned with the NKF's national strategic plan and local initiatives to address barriers to health equity in kidney disease.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver NKF signature programs within the established territory including:

Oversee planning, implementation and budgeting for all programs in order to maximize their impact within the community
Recruit, train and manage volunteers, ensuring all NKF committees are representative of the patients we serve, with a focus on the groups at highest risk for kidney disease
Enhance NKF's public awareness activities in all communities, while prioritizing communities at highest risk for kidney disease
Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships internally and with other community organizations that address the same or related service population(s)
Work in collaboration with Regional Vice President, Executive Director, & Development Staff to secure funding for regional/local programs by assisting with grant proposals and meetings with potential sponsors
Assist in all advocacy efforts on a state level and oversee the annual Day at the Capitol event working closely with Kidney Advocacy Committee and Kidney Outreach volunteers to promote NKF's legislative priorities
Produce performance reports on programs and provide feedback to management
Provide strategic direction to the local Medical Advisory Boards and serve as the Program liaison to the Board of Advisors
Prepare and manage program budgets
Serve as primary local liaison to the Council of Renal Nutrition (CRN) and Council of Nephrology Social Worker (CNSW)
Performs additional duties, as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Master's in health-related or social services field preferred, but not required
Minimum four year's work-related experience delivering health related programs to vast audiences
Experience adapting to changing environments and navigating organizational dynamics
Experience in working with a variety of communities and developing community partnerships or relationships
Confidence building relationships in diverse communities or communities of color
Familiarity of public health, chronic disease and social determinants of health
Experience in working with a variety of communities of diverse backgrounds
Experience working for a non-profit health agency is preferred
Experience in grant proposal writing and securing new funding opportunities through grants
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal, time-management and organizational skills
Experience managing and volunteers preferred but not required
Experience managing project budgets preferred but not required
Establish priorities, meet deadlines and time pressure and think creatively and strategically
Must be assertive, confident and project a positive presence
Fluent in Microsoft Office applications.
Salesforce experience preferred but not required
Flexible for overnight business travel including the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
WORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATION
Must have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness and possess a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism.
Verbal and written communication skills will be used daily.
Maintains effectiveness under pressure.
Uses a multiple line telephone, personal computer, fax machine, photocopier, and other standard office equipment.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
This position is based in Atlanta and requires weekend/evening work and business trips annually.
Business travel throughout the region is required.
Must have a valid driver's license.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
At the National Kidney Foundation diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to kidney health and kidney disease prevention.
It is the policy of NKF to provide equality of employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, qualified handicap or disability, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, political affiliation or veteran status, or any other factor or reason prohibited by relevant local, state, and federal fair employment laws.
The Equal Employment Opportunity policy will apply to all employment practices of NKF including, but not limited to:
recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, layoffs, transfers, and discipline.
Implementation of the Equal Employment Opportunity policy is the shared responsibility of the management of NKF.
DISCLAIMER
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees.
Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The National Kidney Foundation does not accept resumes from third party recruitment/search firms.
Please do not forward resumes to NKF employees or any company locations or email addresses.
NKF is not responsible for any fees related to resumes not solicited by NKF Recruiting.
The National Kidney Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation details:
60000-68000 Yearly Salary

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