Technical program manager Jobs in Pasadena, CA

Progran Manager
Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA 90015
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Onsite

About the Organization
This nonprofit organization is one of the largest in California, providing essential support that helps individuals and families move from crisis to long-term stability. Programs address food insecurity, housing instability, emergency support, and family services across Los Angeles County.

Position Overview
The Program Manager reports to the Chief Development & Communications Officer and plays a central role in grant writing, RFP development, funding strategy, and proposal coordination.

The ideal candidate is a polished, professional communicator who thrives in a mission-driven environment and brings strong writing, organization, and collaboration skills. This role works onsite alongside a small, supportive team and partners with a peer in a similar function.

Key Responsibilities
Grant Writing & Proposal Development

• Lead development and submission of grant proposals, contract applications, and RFPs.
  
• Write compelling narratives, supporting documents, and funding justifications.
  
• Prepare and track grant submissions under leadership direction.
  
• Review and edit proposals to ensure accuracy, clarity, and competitiveness.
  
• Maintain organized documentation for all funding submissions.
  

Funding Research & Opportunity Management

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities through foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
  
• Monitor institutional funding calendars and new opportunities.
  
• Attend bidder conferences and gather information for government funding requests.
  
• Support preparation of annual Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) submissions.
  

Internal Collaboration & Coordination

• Work with regional and program leaders to develop strong program narratives and budgets.
  
• Ensure proposal alignment across programs and prevent duplication.
  
• Collaborate with another staff member in a similar role; this position is not the sole grant writer.
  
• Participate in internal meetings and support development strategy execution.
  

Administrative & Technical Tasks

• Ensure all submissions meet guidelines and deadlines.
  
• Manage proposal tracking, filing, and reporting needs.
  
• Use Raiser's Edge (required) and other donor databases.
  
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (required) in communications, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field.
  
• A minimum of 3 years of Grant writing experience with demonstrated success developing proposals.
  
• Raiser's Edge (or Raiser's Edge NXT) proficiency
  
• Strong writing, editing, and persuasive storytelling skills.
  
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast?paced environment.
  
• Polished, professional communication and attention to detail.
  
• Comfort working onsite daily in a collaborative office environment.
  

Benefits
The benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, a pension plan and long/short-term disability insurance.

Pay Details: $62,000.00 to $66,500.00 per year

Search managed by: Joanna Calderon

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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