Fundraising and Program Management Specialist

4 days ago


San Diego, California, United States The Goal Family of Companies Full time

At The Goal Family of Companies, we are seeking a highly skilled Fundraising and Program Management Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for securing funding through the preparation of grant proposals and managing the implementation and reporting of funded programs.

Job Summary

This role combines strong research and writing skills, budget development acumen, and project management expertise to support our mission and ensure successful program delivery. If you have experience in grant writing for government proposals and/or individual donors, knowledge of budgeting and financial management principles, and excellent written and verbal communication skills, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities
  • Grant Writing:
    • Identify potential funding sources including government agencies and individual donors.
    • Respond to Requests for Proposals ensuring alignment with funder priorities and organizational goals.
    • Develop individual giving campaign appeals and manage donor relationships.
    • Work with the Finance team to prepare draft budgets and financial documentation for grant applications.
    • Collaborate with program staff across affiliated organizations and service providers to gather necessary data and information for proposals.
    • Maintain a calendar of grant submission deadlines and track the progress of applications.
    • Track all fundraising and program activity in our CRM database.
  • Program Management:
    • Oversee the execution and evaluation of funded programs to ensure they meet objectives and timelines.
    • Coordinate with stakeholders, including partners, funders, and community members, to ensure program success.
    • Prepare and submit progress reports and final reports to funders as required.
    • Conduct program evaluations to assess impact and inform future proposals.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, public administration, or related field with 2-3 years of work experience.
  • Self-starter and proactive, highly detail-oriented, and excellent operator with ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proven experience in grant writing for government proposals and/or individual donors.
  • Knowledge of budgeting and financial management principles.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills and very high attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with grant management software and fundraising databases such as Salesforce.com.
Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $83,000 per year, plus a bonus of 5%, totaling $87,050. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with a company match up to 4%, and annual HSA contribution of $1,600. Additionally, we offer life insurance, disability, and critical illness coverage, birthday holiday, 2 floating Community Days, free snacks and drinks in the office, tuition reimbursement program, generous PTO, including Paid Parental Leave, Vacation Incentive Plan after 3 years, Sabbatical Day, and more.

Please note that this is an estimate based on national averages for a similar position in San Diego, CA, and may vary depending on individual circumstances.



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