About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.
Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
KIND seeks a strategic and experienced fundraising professional who will be responsible for developing, managing, and expanding a comprehensive corporate giving program with a strong emphasis on law firms and corporate pro bono partners. This strategic role drives revenue growth by managing a pipeline and portfolio of national corporate donors, with a focus on partners with capacity to give at the six-figure level and above. In collaboration with senior leaders across KIND, the Director, Corporate Philanthropy will develop multi-year engagement pipelines, craft compelling value propositions for corporate audiences, and steward key relationships to maximize philanthropic and sponsorship support.
This position requires a dynamic, entrepreneurial fundraiser with deep experience working with corporate social responsibility (CSR) teams, generals counsel, managing partners, and C-suite executives. The incumbent must be able to navigate complex organizational structures, articulate impact in a data driven manner, and build cross-functional internal collaborations to deliver best in class stewardship. Reporting to the Senior Director of Institutional Development and working in close partnership with the Vice President of Pro Bono Partnerships, the Director, Corporate Philanthropy plays a critical role in the organization’s diversification strategy and long-term sustainability.
This is a remote position based from any location in the U.S.
This position is contingent upon continued funding.
Essential Functions
- Strategic Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Leads the design, implementation, and growth of a comprehensive corporate philanthropy strategy, with a target of $4-5 million annually with year-over-year growth.
- Works closely with senior leadership to design high-level engagement strategies for top prospects that work in tandem with pro bono engagement efforts.
- Identifies market trends in corporate and law firm giving, including CSR priorities, pro bono culture, and employee engagement interests.
- Creates a robust pipeline of prospects, balancing short-term opportunities with long-term cultivation strategies.
- Develops partnership models such as sponsorships, employee-giving campaigns, and cause-marketing initiatives.
- Collaborates with finance to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for corporate-funded initiatives.
- Grows engagement of KIND’s leadership and Board members in fundraising initiatives, providing coaching and strategy guidance.
- Fundraising and Relationship Management
- Solicits, cultivates, and manages a portfolio of existing and new corporate and law firm philanthropic relationships, building relationships with CSR heads, managing partners, general counsels, foundation officers, and senior executives.
- Secures major philanthropic commitments using a shared value framework to appeal to corporate business and social impact priorities.
- Leads fundraising efforts for KIND’s annual signature event.
- Stewards existing partners with strategic communications, personalized engagement touchpoints, recognition opportunities, and executive-level relationship management.
- Secures and executes key meetings with funders, including preparing KIND senior leadership with agendas and talking points.
- Collaborates with program, communications, and finance teams to align organizational needs with partner interests and deliver accurate reporting on outcomes.
- Develops and maintains strong knowledge of KIND’s program work, priorities, and achievements to effectively represent a wide array of regional, national, and international programs.
- Proposals and Reporting
- Leads the creation of compelling pitch decks, programmatic updates, and other materials tailored to corporate and legal-sector audiences.
- Articulates the organization’s mission, impact, and strategic priorities in a way that resonates with corporate values and industry-specific motivations.
- Leads or supports proposal development and report writing in collaboration with grant writing team. Ensure on-time, high quality submissions that reflect the latest relationship and programmatic developments.
- Partners with marketing and communications colleagues to develop assets and campaigns that elevate the organization’s corporate philanthropy presence.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum of Undergraduate degree required.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant fundraising experience, with a strong track record of securing corporate contributions and partnerships.
- Demonstrated success managing a portfolio of corporate donors and securing six-and seven-figure contributions.
- Exceptional relationship building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to strategically engage high-level executives with confidence and poise.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and storytelling skills.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- High integrity, discretion, and emotional intelligence.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
- Occasional travel for meetings, conferences, and partner engagement events.
- Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends when required for high-priority events or donor meetings.
- Prior experience in utilizing and managing Salesforce or other CRM.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
- Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment; ability to prioritize tasks and delegate as appropriate.
- Ability to multitask and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
- Experience working and communicating in a remote environment preferred but not required.
Our Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the three medical plan options, dental, and vision.
- Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care.
- Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
- Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
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Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities.
For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this
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Application Instructions
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at
supportkind.org/join-the-team, along with your resume and cover letter.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/. 