Membership Development Lead

Are you a passionate and experienced membership professional dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those in need?

The National Kidney Federation (NKF) invites you to join them in making a real difference. They're on the lookout for a dedicated Membership Development Lead to champion and expand their Kidney Patient Associations (KPAs) nationwide and build regular support and giving for the charity.

Reporting to: Head of Marketing & Fundraising
Location: NKF HQ (Shireoaks, Nottinghamshire) or Hybrid
Salary: Up to £35,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Perks and Benefits:
At NKF, they value their team members and offer some incredible benefits:
* Up to six weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays
* Early finish on Friday's
* Christmas shutdown
* Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
* Death in service insurance worth three times your salary
* Free car parking at their HQ
About the Role:

This role is the heart of NKF's mission to enrich the lives of kidney patients. As a vital member of their team, you will spearhead the growth of their individual supporter base and craft a robust membership strategy. Dive into the dynamic world of KPAs and individual members, nurturing meaningful connections and fostering a sense of belonging.

Key Responsibilities:

* Maintain and nurture relationships with all KPAs, ensuring seamless coordination of NKF assistance and identifying underserved regions.
* Forge stronger bonds between KPAs and NKF, collaborating to expand their membership and empower non-member KPAs to become active participants.
* Serve as the primary liaison for regional representatives, ensuring every supporter enjoys exceptional experiences.
* Cultivate relationships, innovate member resources, lead regional teams, and facilitate clear communication channels.
* Monitor engagement levels, deliver captivating communications, and participate in engaging NKF events.
* Develop robust evaluation frameworks, report progress to the CE and Executive Committee, and handle ad hoc duties with finesse.
About You:

They're seeking a go-getter with a proven track record in membership engagement and management experience to lead and engage membership initiatives. You will have excellent communication and influencing skills that will help share insights and address the challenges faced by their members. This fast-paced role demands strong time management and attention to detail, and you'll be supported by a dedicated team to achieve this. While prior experience or knowledge of kidney disease is advantageous, comprehensive training will be provided.
Ready to embark on this exciting adventure? Contact Priya Vencatasawmy (priya@charitypeople.co.uk) with your latest CV or profile.
Due to the sensitive nature of the role, we are accepting applications on a rolling basis, which means the role can close at any stage, so please do reach out if this impacts you in any way. The provisional closing date for this role will be June the 11th 2024.
First Stage Interviews: 6th of June and additional interview dates for the w/c the 17th of June will be provided.
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