Learning and development manager Jobs in Berkeley, CA

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Position Fund/Philanthropy Development Manager Department Administration — Finance Employment Status / FLSA Status:

• Regular Full-Time (40 hours per week) / Exempt Reports To Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), or Designee Salary Range (Annual) $71,070–$87,549 annually, plus benefits.
• Compensation is based on qualifications and experience.
• Announcement Date October 02, 2026 About Family Bridges Founded in 1968, Family Bridges is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and seniors to achieve wellness, stability, and independence through culturally competent care.
• Guided by our vision of building healthy, prosperous communities with dignity, we are driven by the values of compassion, respect, collaboration, and cultural understanding as we deliver high-quality services that create lasting impact.
• Position Summary The Fund/Philanthropy Development Manager leads Family Bridges’ funding appeals and grant processes.
• The Manager researches prospective funders and donors, leads responses to public and private requests for proposals, and oversees grant reporting and compliance.
• Reporting to the CFO, the Manager works closely with the COO, Finance team, and program leaders.
• The role independently assesses funding eligibility, alignment with organizational priorities, and potential risks; develops approaches to manage those risks; and makes recommendations to the CFO.
• Essential Duties & Responsibilities Lead the identification and development of public and private funding opportunities that support Family Bridges’ programs and strategic goals.
• Independently evaluate funding opportunities, including eligibility, organizational fit, application requirements, deadlines, financial implications, and risks.
• Recommend to the CFO which opportunities to pursue and how to address identified risks.
• Lead responses to requests for proposals, including proposal narratives, budgets, and supporting documents, in collaboration with Finance and program leaders.
• Build relationships with corporations, foundations, and other prospective funders.
• Identify partnership opportunities such as employee engagement, annual giving, and joint events.
• Manage grant servicing from award through closeout, coordinating required reports, renewals, amendments, funder communications, and other deliverables with the responsible departments.
• Partner with Finance to monitor grant budgets, expenditures, revenue, receivables, reimbursement requirements, and variances.
• Identify concerns and recommend corrective action to the CFO.
• Maintain accurate grant records and tracking tools, and coordinate documentation for funder monitoring, audits, and government reviews.
• Protect confidential financial, employee, participant, and organizational information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• At least three years of experience in grant writing, grant administration, nonprofit development, contract management, nonprofit finance, or a related field, with responsibility for managing multiple funding projects or submissions.
• Demonstrated ability to identify funding opportunities, evaluate eligibility and risks, develop persuasive proposals, and oversee grant reporting and compliance.
• Ability to interpret funding guidelines, agreements, budgets, and reporting requirements, exercise independent judgment, and make well-supported recommendations to leadership.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines across multiple funding sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Finance, program leaders, funders, and external auditors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with grant-tracking, donor, accounting, or financial systems; ability to maintain accurate records and safeguard confidential information.
• Preferred Qualifications A record of leading grant development and managing a portfolio of funding sources for a nonprofit organization.
• Experience managing government grants and contracts at the federal, state, county, or city level.
• Knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting, cost allocation, audit preparation, and applicable Uniform Guidance requirements.
• Demonstrated success in developing grant proposals and overseeing reports, renewals, budget modifications, reimbursement requests, and other funder submissions.
• Experience using accounting software, grant-management platforms, or donor databases to track funding and report on results. Working Conditions This role involves working in an office and program-site environment as part of a hybrid, exempt position.
• It requires a minimum of three days per week on-site , with the possibility of additional days as necessary.
• Flexibility in scheduling is essential, including occasional evening or weekend work to meet deadlines for grant applications, reporting, or organizational needs.
• Some local travel may also be required.
• Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Employment Conditions Organizational Assignment:

• This role may provide support for one or multiple Family Bridges programs, departments, grants, contracts, or organizational initiatives.

Funding:

• This role may be financed via grants, contracts, program revenue, or unrestricted organizational funds.
• Employment continuation depends on organizational needs, funding availability, and program requirements.

Other Duties:

• This job description describes the general nature of the role but does not list every duty.
• At-will employment means either party can end the employment at any time, for any reason or no reason, as allowed by law.
• Family Bridges is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
• ADA Requirements Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to see and hear, enabling interaction with others.
• Capability to operate a computer for long durations.
• Capability to move between different offices and external locations.
• Ability to drive a car enables attendance at off-site meetings and events.
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