Posted: January 7, 2026
Expires: March 8, 2026
Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio
3100 Central Ave, Suite 206, Toledo, Ohio 43606
Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio
Position Title: Community Outreach Coordinator or Manager (depending on qualifications and experience)
Reports To: Executive Director of KNWO
Overview:
The successful candidate will be a relationship builder who enjoys working with people, particularly underserved communities, to improve health outcomes. Should be detail-oriented and self-motivated to fulfill job responsibilities with minimal supervision. Looking for someone with a positive attitude who believes in the mission of the Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio and who will be an asset to the KFNWO team environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
Role:
This is a wide-ranging role that works with kidney patients, transplant recipients, community partners, and funders to provide public education, and screenings in support of kidney health. Manages the emergency assistance program, kidney patient support group, and assists the executive director in preparing grant proposals, social media content, and generally promoting the Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio in the community. Occasional night and weekend work required.
Position Summary:
The Community Outreach Coordinator/Manager is responsible to:
1. Manage the community outreach kidney screening program with health partners, including identifying screening sites/partners, stocking supplies, attending events, and managing volunteers. Maintain data on results for reporting purposes on outputs and outcomes.
2. Manage the Emergency Assistance Program for kidney patients on dialysis, including reviewing applications, coordinating with social workers, ordering products and/or paying qualifying expenses, and documenting expenses in associated software.
3. Actively seek opportunities in the community to educate the public and peer organizations on chronic kidney disease and ways to improve kidney health. This could include developing curriculum for kidney classes, speaking engagements, health and wellness events, committee/task force service, website updates, social media posts, etc.
4. Manage the monthly patient support group meeting to include facilitating, scheduling speakers and promoting the event with an eye toward growth.
5. Identify grants and grant partners, as well as drafting and preparing grant proposals for funding in conjunction with the executive director.
6. Enter applicable information into the customer relationship/fundraising database based on personal contacts.
7. Assist with Kidney Foundation fundraising events, including managing volunteers, making calls, seeking out promotional opportunities,, identifying potential community sponsorships, setting up and tearing down, etc.
8. Respect and uphold the Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio’s policies on confidentiality, both in a patient and in an organizational capacity.
9. Be responsible for these tasks and any others deemed necessary by the Executive Director.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in public health, healthcare sciences, education, or a related field preferred. Certification as a community health professional considered.
- Experience working in the non-profit sector is strongly preferred.
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint); comfortable navigating social media and communicating digitally, experience with customer relationship management/fundraising software a plus.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Self-motivated with a desire to help others; personal tie to person(s) with chronic kidney disease a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong writing skills.
About KFNWO
The Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio was founded in 1966 by a group of concerned physicians and community leaders who realized there was a need to provide assistance to people with kidney disease. The Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio works for the community through patient services, education, volunteerism and development.
Mission Statement
To promote Kidney health through community engagement.
KFNWO is the area’s leading advocacy and support system for individuals living with chronic kidney disease and their families. Our goal is to ease the burden, both emotionally and financially, for those living with the disease as well as increase prevention through public education, awareness building and health screenings.