Programme Lead, Corporate & Community Partnerships 1

Job Role

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is dedicated to promoting kidney health and providing quality, highly subsidised dialysis treatment and holistic care to patients. We strive to be an advocate and integrator for the community, by the community.

While supporting kidney failure patients with quality dialysis and integrated care, NKF’s greater mission lies in preventing or delaying kidney failure through health education, deeper community integration, and strategic partnerships.

As we work toward our Future Forward 2030 vision, we remain committed to:

• Tackling the growing prevalence of kidney failure

• Enhancing patient support and care

• Leveraging technology to improve the efficacy and quality of treatment

The Donor Relations role is integral to supporting the Foundation’s overall fundraising efforts through the planning and implementation of donor outreach, stewardship and engagement programs. We are seeking experienced individual who are passionate in providing high-level customer service and stewardship to our supporters to join the Donor Relations Team.  Reporting to the Section Head, you will be required to cultivate relationship with donors, manage fundraising initiatives, and developing impactful strategies for donor retention and growth. Your responsibilities are as follows: 

Main Responsibilities

1.      Donor Cultivation and Stewardship

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify targeted donor prospects and maintain an awareness of the giving landscape in Singapore.

• Cultivate, engage, and nurture relationships with both existing donors and potential prospects, with the goal of growing the Foundation's donor base and financial support.

• Develop and manage fundraising programs and events, including the preparation of appeal letters, proposals, and other fundraising collateral.

• Oversee donor recognition and stewardship programs to ensure continued engagement and satisfaction.

   

2.      Stakeholder Engagement Through Effective Marketing

• Keep abreast with fundraising trends and explore diverse fundraising channels and streams, in particular, digital platforms, to build and manage a sustainable pipeline of future donors.

• Excellent in English writing to create impactful appeal letters, patients; stories and marketing collaterals.

• Prepare regular reports for internal and external reporting to stakeholders.

• Supports other Foundation projects/events when required.

Main Responsibilities (continue)

Qualification (Related Field)

• Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related disciplines.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of proven experience in fundraising, business development, key accounts, or project management. Experience in philanthropy and marketing communications will be considered an advantage

Soft Skills

Key Competencies

• Relationship Management: Strong ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including donors, prospects, and internal teams.

• Strategic Thinking: Capable of analyzing market trends and creating targeted strategies to engage and grow the donor base.

• Project Management: Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, and execute multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality results.

• Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.

• Fundraising Acumen: Knowledge of fundraising strategies, donor stewardship, and marketing communications, especially within the nonprofit sector.

   

Personal Attributes

• • Driven and Results-Oriented: A strong focus on achieving measurable outcomes and growth, with a passion for exceeding targets.

  • Highly Organized & Detail-Oriented: Able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities with precision and care.

  • Creative and Self-Starter: Proactive in identifying new opportunities, generating ideas, and taking the initiative to implement them.

  • Resilient and Adaptable: Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing environments and priorities.

  • Team Player: A collaborative mindset, willing to support and work alongside colleagues across different departments.

  • Ethical and Professional: Strong sense of integrity and professionalism in all dealings with donors, partners, and stakeholders

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