Project Manager/Fulfillment Director

WHO WE AREFueled by passion and urgency, the 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 INNKFs 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 missionYour Voice Matters: YOULL DOThis position is responsible for oversight of the development and delivery of educational tools and programs supported by NKFs corporate partners from inception to execution. This includes planning and monitoring of execution and troubleshooting as needed. This role ensures functional team alignment so that activities and deliverables for projects are executed on time, on budget, at the highest possible level of quality.The Project Manager/Fulfillment Director is an important member of the team(s), working collaboratively with the corporate relations, programs, scientific activities, IT, and marketing teams to meet and exceed performance targets and to foster a positive work environment.Partners with all relevant departments to foster effective collaboration across program mix, technologies, and promotional channels to deliver on what NKF committed to achieve in the funding proposal in terms of content, reach and outcomes. Creates and manages project workplans, assisting department leads to define project requirements and success metrics, as well as appropriate staff/capacity plans.Collaborates with department leads to evolve project delivery process and tracking tools to enable real-time assessment of progress and ensure accountability for adhering to budgets and timelines. Monitors execution of work on assigned projects, holding all team members accountable to the delivery of their assigned work, Manages and documents work status, ensuring that interdepartmental teams are tracking appropriately to the workplan.Proactively tracks resource needs across projects and alerts resource managers of unfulfilled gaps or capacity.Actively mitigates risk by anticipating potential executional barriers, identifying quality, budget, and timeline impacts, and developing possible solutions with appropriate input and collaborationIdentifies and documents changes in scope or workplan and alerts appropriate staff if funder follow-up is needed.Creates fulfillment reports that are provided to sponsorsWHAT YOULL POSSESSCompetencies:Accountability-Establishes organizational accountability, driving performance across all levels.Change Leadership-Delivers or leads large-scale organizational change, setting the direction and guiding teams within the organization through transformations.Collaboration-Leads collaborative efforts across the organization, bi-directionally, ensuring that departments work together to achieve strategic objectives. Actively builds partnerships with external stakeholders to advance mission.Cultural Humility-Promotes cultural humility across departments, ensuring that programs, policies, and services reflect a deep understanding of and respect for cultural diversity.Data-Driven Decision Making & Results Orientation-Leverages accurate, comprehensive data analytics to guide strategic planning and decision-making. Sets high-impact targets and ensures the organization delivers on strategic commitments.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion For All (DEI 4A)-Drives organizational DEI initiatives, ensuring that policies, programs, and services are designed with an equity lens for all. Champions efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in decision-making and ensures that underserved communities have access to NKFs programs.Financial Acumen-Leads strategic financial planning, driving revenue diversification and long-term sustainability.Operational Excellence-Leads or delivers on large-scale operational changes to elevate organizational performance.Patient and Community-Centered Focus-Drives efforts to enhance the impact of programs for patients, living donors, and care partners. Champions initiatives that promote equitable access to care and ensure that the community is well-supported through education, services, and outreach.Stakeholder Engagement-Shapes and directs a broad spectrum of strategic stakeholders to aid in influencing policy and advancing NKFs novation-Champions strategic innovations that position NKF as a leader in kidney health. Oversees organizational process optimization, aligning with strategic goals.Team Development-Leads and executes on strategic initiatives for organizational development, ensuring team members have access to development resources.Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university is required. 3-5 years of experience in Project Management. Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills. Ability to deal effectively with deadlines and time pressures. Ability to work with minimum supervision, to set priorities and to multitask. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of management. Ability to think quickly and follow through accordingly. WORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATIONAbility to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. Flexible to work evenings and weekends as needed. Available for overnight business travel. Must have valid drivers license, insurance and access to reliable transportation.WHAT WE OFFERWork/life Integration: Enjoy plenty of vacation time, sick leave, and holidays so you can recharge, regroup or reflect-and come back ready to tackle anything.Support for Your Health: Weve got your back with top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your loved ones.Peace of Mind: Rest easy knowing youre covered with life insurance and a 403(b) plan with matching company contributions to secure your future.Creative savings: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts to save on eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.Easy Commuting: Reduce your stress with our commuter benefits program for transit and parking expenses.Support When You Need It: Access confidential counseling, support services, and resources through our Employee Assistance Program.A Chance to Spread the Word: Share the love and earn rewards by referring awesome folks to join our team.A Big Tent: Were all about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard.Mission-Fueled Culture: Join a team thats passionate about making a difference and guided by values like integrity, compassion, and innovation.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYAt 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 NKFs management.DISCLAIMERThe above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Created: 2025-04-02