Manager of Institutional Giving

START DATE:

May/June 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

The priority deadline for applications is April 4th. 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 philanthropic fundraising efforts. The Manager of Institutional Giving will serve as a key member of the organization’s Development Team by conducting grants management, including writing, submission, tracking, and administration. The Manager will also oversee prospect and donor research, and manage logistics for events and meetings related to institutional giving and stewardship. The Manager of Institutional Giving reports directly to the Senior Director of Institutional Giving. 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 in 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 Writing & Management (80%)

Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward strategic and mission-aligned grant opportunities

Conduct the grants-management and submission process

Write LOIs, grant proposals and reports, develop grant budgets, and compile supplemental materials such as organizational and school-site data and financial information

Prepare and submit grant agreements in a timely and accurate manner

Conduct donor prospecting through research on mission-aligned foundations and other grant opportunities

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 project management strategies including regular cross-team communication, meeting facilitation, and the continued implementation, refinement and management of an internal grants-deliverables tracking system

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 (20%)

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

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 for fundraising events, including donor meetings and school visits

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 qualify at least 10 new mission-aligned grant opportunities. 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 grants tracking and calendar system to ensure seamless communication, compliance, and collaboration across the Development, Finance, and Program Teams.

Coordinate and deliver high-quality donor briefs and contribute to donor stewardship opportunities in a timely manner, contributing to a donor retention rate of 60% 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 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

Proficiency in database management is a plus (The Partnership uses Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge NXT)

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas in an accessible way

Excellent organization and coordination skills with high attention to detail

Strong project management skills are required and experience using project management tools (ex: Asana, Trello, Monday) is preferred

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred

Adaptable with shifting priorities and competing demands

Ability to work collaboratively across differences in work styles and skill sets

Strong computer and technology skills preferred (the Partnership uses Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, Raiser’s Edge NXT and other software)

Ability to travel between school sites in South Los Angeles, Boyle Heights, and Watts, as well as the Partnership home office in Downtown Los Angeles

Working understanding of K-12 public education sector is 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 Org-Wide Competencies

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.