Philanthropy Partner, San Jose

San Jose, CA

Work Schedule : Full-time, in-office Monday-Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends

FSLA Status : Exempt

Work Location : San Jose, California

Date Submitted : July 8, 2025

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Program Officer, the Philanthropy Partner is a key member of the Silicon Valley Program team, with a primary focus on community engagement and activating the Sobrato Centers for Nonprofits (SCNPs) as dynamic hubs for economic mobility and community connection. This role supports the implementation of strategic, center-based programming; cultivates authentic relationships across the community and nonprofit ecosystem; and coordinates grantmaking and program execution to advance shared outcomes.

The Center hosts convenings, partners, services, and collaborative efforts designed to advance the region’s economic mobility strategy, serving as a platform for cross-sector coordination, innovation, and collective impact. With a close view of day-to-day dynamics and relationships, the Philanthropy Partner brings critical on-the-ground insight, connecting the dots across partners, community needs, and strategic goals. In close partnership with the Senior Program Officer, they help surface and elevate opportunities that make activation efforts more aligned, responsive, and impactful. Through thoughtful, community-informed programming, this role strengthens belonging and expands access to services and opportunities for residents.

The Philanthropy Partner also serves as a visible presence in the community, representing our work at local events and acting as a connector across tenant organizations, grassroots leaders, and ecosystem partners. The ideal candidate is deeply relational, equity-driven, and adept at translating vision into thoughtful, place-based implementation.

This position requires a strategic thinker with strong project management and relationship-building skills who can work independently while collaborating across a highly engaged, mission-driven team and with external partners. A successful Philanthropy Partner thrives in dynamic environments, demonstrates adaptability and initiative, and brings a deep commitment to community voice, equity, and inclusive practice. They will balance attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities, advancing the Center’s role as a catalyst for economic opportunity and a thriving nonprofit ecosystem.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Job Responsibility 1 : Strategic Center Activation and Ecosystem Integration Partner

40% of Time :

• Identifies opportunities that support the strategy and implementation of center activation efforts to ensure alignment with the Silicon Valley Program’s economic mobility strategy.
• Develops and maintains an activation calendar that drives integrated programming responsive to community priorities and rooted in the center’s purpose of being a center of innovation and incubation.
• Leverages the nonprofit center as a platform to cultivate belonging, advance economic opportunity, and strengthen cross-sector collaboration by developing and managing partnerships, developing a strategic activation plan, and responding to community feedback on priorities and opportunities.
• Activates the physical space through thoughtfully designed programs, gatherings, and events that increase access to resources, strengthen relationships, and provide opportunities for collaboration in service of meeting the direct needs of priority communities.
• Works closely with the program team to ensure that activation efforts are tied to measurable outcomes, such as increased resident engagement, service uptake, leadership development, strengthened nonprofit capacity, and pathways to economic mobility and housing security.
• Supports the scheduling and coordination of events, including large or multi-room bookings, and manages conference room reservations and overall space usage as needed.

Job Responsibility 2 : Community Representation, Relationship Stewardship, and Trust Building

20% of Time :

Job Responsibility 3 : SCNP Program Execution, Coordination, and Learning

15% of Time :

Job Responsibility 4 : Grantmaking and Program Administrative Support

15% of the Time :

Other Responsibilities as Assigned

10% of Time :

Education / Training

Experience / Technical Skill

ORGANIZATION

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.

Reports to : Senior Program Officer, Silicon Valley Program

Direct Report : N / A

Alignment to our Mission, Culture, and Values

We hire individuals who share our vision of building a better future through business and philanthropic leadership, impacting the lives of countless fellow residents of our region in a way that could be replicated in other major metropolitan regions around the country and affecting the lives of millions.

Our Mission and Values

The Sobrato Organization’s mission is to build a more equitable and sustainable world through business and philanthropic leadership. We work to inspire current and future generations to steward family resources in service of others around the world. We have established a deep legacy in Silicon Valley that includes a commitment to community, and our values honor and promote this legacy :

Mutual Accountability : We earn trust by taking ownership of our work and honoring our commitments to each other, our partners and our communities.

Collaboration : We believe in the value of collaboration and partnership in achieving effective solutions. We treat people with respect and value the diverse experiences and perspectives of our partners, colleagues and investees.

Engagement : We recognize that lasting impact requires building deep relationships with our stakeholders and getting proximate to our communities and the work. We act with humility, respect and compassion.

Excellence : We focus on results, maintain a strong work ethic, and persist through challenges. We innovate, take risks, and embrace creativity and continuous learning.

Integrity : We endeavor to deal transparently, honestly and fairly. We strive to do what is right, especially when it is hard.

Compensation and Transparency

At TSO, base pay is part of a broader compensation package and is set within a range, allowing for growth as you advance in your role. The pay range for this role is between $113,000 and $132,000.

Salary offers are determined based on various factors, including experience, education, licensure and / or certifications, internal equity, and specific business and organizational needs. TSO is fully committed to complying with California's pay transparency laws to ensure fair and equitable compensation practices.

About Us

Founded by John A. Sobrato in 1979 and led by CEO Tony Mestres, The Sobrato Organization remains a family-owned firm known for integrity and dedication, with no outside investors or joint venture partners. Since 1953, the Sobrato Family has played a pivotal role in shaping Silicon Valley through its real estate development. Its office, and R&D projects comprise 7.5 million square feet, most of which are Class A, mid-rise office buildings. TSO also owns 30 apartment communities totaling 6,700 units along the West Coast. Through Sobrato Philanthropies, the firm has donated more than $379 million in cash and real estate to the Silicon Valley community. We have established a deep legacy in Silicon Valley that includes a commitment to community and our values honor and promote this legacy.

The Sobrato Organization is committed to its mission of building strong and vibrant communities where we live and do business. To achieve this, we embrace becoming a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization that empowers our people. Our team remains at the core of what we do. We strive to consistently lead from a space of learning and strengthening our capacity for change. We understand our responsibility to cultivate a culture of belonging, appreciation, and respect. We believe that TSO must be a place where staff feel at ease in expressing themselves honestly and openly. Advancing these important initiatives is mission-critical to our ability to maximize our impact in the world.

The Sobrato Organization is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to building a team that represents a diversity of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills and to creating an environment and inclusion and belonging for all employees regardless of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood. The Sobrato Organization is expanding, and we are passionate about growing our staff with people who have diverse voices with different lived experiences.

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