Manager of Institutional Giving

START DATE:

March 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

The priority deadline for applications is January 10. Anything received after that date will be kept on file and considered if the position is not filled.

REPORTS TO:

Senior Director of Institutional Giving

LOCATION:

This position is mostly remote, with an expectation to be in the home office and schools when required.

ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP FOR LOS ANGELES SCHOOLS

Launched in 2007, the Partnership for Los Angeles Schools’ mission is to transform schools to revolutionize school systems, empowering all students with a high-quality education. The Partnership is a non-profit, in-district partner to LA Unified, not a charter network. As an independent nonprofit organization, the Partnership serves 13,550 students across 20 LA Unified schools in Boyle Heights, South Los Angeles, and Watts. The Partnership works within the LA Unified School District context, which includes honoring all collective bargaining agreements for its teachers and school staff. To learn more about the Partnership, our mission, and how we approach our goals, please visit our website.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Partnership is seeking a self-motivated and results-driven Manager of Institutional Giving to provide strategic support in its private and public fundraising efforts. The Manager of Institutional Giving will serve as a key member of the organization’s Development Team, and will oversee grant management, facilitate grantmaking and reports, manage logistics for events and meetings related to fundraising and stewardship, and oversee the administration of incoming gifts. The Manager of Institutional Giving will act as a liaison between the Development, Finance, and Program Teams, creating consistent lines of communication to ensure the Partnership delivers on the goals, objectives, and activities outlined in grant proposals, while also sharing the Partnership’s impact with funders by submitting reports in a timely manner. In addition, the Manager of Institutional Giving assists with general fundraising activities, including prospective and current donor research, preparation of briefs for donor meetings, donation and acknowledgment processing, communications, and event support. The Manager of Institutional Giving reports directly to the Senior Director of Institutional Giving. This is a full-time, year-round position. This is a full-time, year-round position.

The Partnership is committed to continuously building an anti-racist culture that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in classrooms and our home office. The Manager of Institutional Giving will be someone who is committed to implementing these values in creative ways when executing day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Position responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Grant Management (60%)

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward strategic and mission-aligned grant opportunities
• Manage the grant writing and submission process, including writing grant proposals, developing grant budgets, and compiling supplemental materials such as organizational and school-site data and financial information
• Oversee grant agreements, reporting, and documentation, ensuring compliance with individual grant requirements
• Implement and monitor grant management tracking and calendar systems to ensure timely and accurate submissions to funders
• Oversee the facilitation of grants across teams and functions through meeting facilitation, project management, and cross-team communication
• Maintain an organized electronic filing system for all aspects of the grants cycle, including grant application materials, agreements and disbursements, correspondence with funders, and program materials related to grants
• Collaborate with the Finance Team to oversee tracking of grant funding and allocation to award budgets

Development Admin (30%)

• Support donor prospecting through research on mission-aligned foundations, corporations, and individuals with giving potential
• Oversee Development Team data management, including grant awards, proposals, and contact information of funders, donors, and prospective donors
• Generate donor acknowledgement letters and other correspondence, as needed
• Maintain internal financial records related to funding and collaborate with the Finance Team on financial reconciliation and the annual audit
• Prepare presentations, briefing documents, and other materials for fundraising meetings
• Prepare and submit grant agreements in a timely and accurate manner
• Keep informed of best practices in philanthropy and fundraising, and implement improvements to the Partnership’s grants management process, systems, and overall fundraising strategies
• Assist with Development and fundraising-related website and newsletter updates
• Provide additional support to the Development Team, as needed or assigned

Events & Engagement (10%)

• Support project management and day-of logistics for fundraising events, corporate events, and donor meetings, including school visits and days of service
• Represent the Partnership while engaging with foundations, corporations, and other nonprofits
• Assist in planning and communications with fundraising campaigns

POSITION FIRST-YEAR PRIORITIES

A successful first year in this role will look like:

• The Manager will successfully identify and cultivate at least 10 new mission-aligned grant opportunities, submitting compelling proposals with a target success rate of at least 50%. They will also ensure that 100% of grant proposals and reports are submitted on time and align with funder expectations.
• Implement and refine a comprehensive grant tracking and calendar system to ensure seamless communication, compliance, and collaboration across the Development, Finance, and Program Teams. The system should be fully operational and support all active grants by fiscal year-end (June 30, 2025).
• Build and maintain relationships with funders by coordinating and delivering at least 8 high-quality stewardship reports, funder updates, and engagement opportunities such as school visits or events, contributing to a donor retention rate of 80% or higher.
• Integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) principles into grant narratives and donor engagement strategies, ensuring all communications reflect the values and mission of the Partnership.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and development, or related field of work
• Previous experience with grant writing, solicitation, management, and reporting is strongly preferred
• Experience with data collection and integration into the grant cycle
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas simply and succinctly
• Excellent organization and coordination skills with high attention to detail
• Strong project management skills required and experience using project management tools (ex: Asana, Trello, Monday )
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Proficiency in database management is a plus (The Partnership uses Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge NXT)
• Adaptable with shifting priorities and competing demands
• Ability to work collaboratively across differences in work styles and skill sets
• Strong computer and technology skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• The ability to travel between school sites and Partnership home office
• Spanish language fluency (spoken and written), preferred
• Working understanding of K-12 public education sector, preferred
• A deep belief in the power of our communities, as well as the Partnership’s mission, approach, and core values
• A commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all team members
• A willingness to learn, grow, and model the Partnership competencies: Anti-racism, root cause analysis, long-term thinking, teaming and collaboration, psychological safety, and learning and growth

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting salary range for external candidates is $76,606-$82,079. The Partnership’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends to our compensation practices. Our goal is to ensure that salaries are fair for all staff members who hold many intersectional identities, and we set salaries based on a robust compensation model grounded in consistency and transparency. The exact salary for this position is set through the Partnership’s compensation policy and is dependent on the candidate’s relevant skills, experiences, and organizational tenure. In support of our vision for pay equity, candidate salaries are determined by a formula and we do not negotiate.

The Partnership also offers a robust benefits package including employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents; a 403(b) retirement program with employee match and vesting; parental and sabbatical leaves; a professional development allowance; and generous paid time off. Details can be found here.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Please prepare your resume and a cover letter tailored to this position. You will submit your documents and application via this link.

Research shows that women and individuals from systemically marginalized communities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications. While this job description outlines the major responsibilities and requirements to be successful in this role, the Partnership is committed to considering all applicants who are passionate about our mission and can see themselves excelling in this role – including those with diverse and non-traditional work experience.

For technical assistance or support for applying with a disability, please contact the Home Office Talent Team.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Partnership for Los Angeles Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to – and actively pursues – diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. The Partnership prohibits discrimination based on race (including traits historically associated with race such as hairstyle), creed, color, religion, registered domestic partner status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, age, military and veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy or childbirth, physical disability or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. The Partnership also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of these characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, training, transfer, wages, benefits, termination, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.