Grants & Partnerships Manager

Santa Ana, CA, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $75,000.00 - $95,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional development assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

flexible schedule

employee discount

Job Description

Orangewood Foundation is a dedicated nonprofit organization that has been passionately advocating for young individuals facing foster care, homelessness, and trafficking since its establishment in 1981. Located in Orange County, CA, Orangewood Foundation’s mission is deeply rooted in empowering these vulnerable young people by providing personalized one-on-one support. This support aims to help them realize and achieve their dreams and goals, building brighter futures for themselves. The organization’s comprehensive approach encompasses four essential program areas: Basic Needs & Support, Education, Life Skills & Employment, and Transitional Housing & Support. These programs are tailored to meet the complex and varied needs of the young people Orangewood serves, ensuring holistic support during critical transitions in their lives.

Orangewood Foundation is recognized for fostering a community where every young person thrives. This vision drives their commitment to equality, inclusion, and powerful teamwork, creating a respectful and empathetic workplace. Recently ranked #27 in Best Places to Work 2025, the organization places great emphasis on professional development, mental and physical wellness, and personal fulfillment. Employees benefit from flexible scheduling and competitive compensation, reflecting the organization’s dedication to maintaining a thriving and supportive community.

The Grants & Partnerships Manager position is a full-time, salaried exempt role within the Development Department, reporting directly to the Chief Development Officer. The Development Team handles the fundraising, events, revenue-generating partnerships, marketing efforts, and the vital work of supporting government contracts and grants. This managerial position is key to maintaining and expanding Orangewood Foundation’s grant portfolio and partnerships. Responsibilities include independently writing and managing grants, cultivating and stewarding relationships with institutional funders such as foundations, companies, and corporate foundations, and assisting with government grant applications and event sponsorship proposals. Additionally, the Grants & Partnerships Manager supports major gift proposal writing, impact reporting, and prospect research to identify new revenue streams.

Candidates for this role should demonstrate strong grant writing expertise, proven success in securing awards as the primary writer, and experience in relationship management and supervisory roles. This position offers a dynamic work environment combining remote and in-office work, where collaboration with various internal teams like Programs, Finance, and People & Culture is essential. Orangewood’s commitment to inclusion and development makes this role ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact on transitional age youth and contributing to a thriving nonprofit organization. The salary range offered is $75,000 to $95,000 per year, reflecting the important responsibilities and qualifications required for this position.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, education, public administration, or related field
Minimum of two years experience working with transitional age youth or similar populations
3-5 years grant writing experience
2+ years supervisory experience
1-3 years applying for government grants and contracts
1-2 years portfolio management and relationship building
Excellent writing and editing skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to communicate with diverse audiences
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Experience with Raisers Edge or similar CRM
Valid California driver’s license and automobile insurance
Pre-employment screenings including criminal background check, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen, previous employment verification
Completion of Plum.io assessment as part of application

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, Public Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university
Minimum of two years of experience in human services field working with transitional age youth or similar populations
3-5 years of grant writing experience with proven track record securing grant awards as primary writer
2+ years supervisory experience managing employees
1-3 years experience applying for government grants and contracts
1-2 years relationship-building and portfolio management experience
Excellent writing and editing skills
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Experience with CRM systems such as Raisers Edge
Possess valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance

Job Duties

Write grants and manage a grant portfolio including independently writing, project managing, and submitting grant requests to foundations, companies, corporate foundations and government agencies
Develop and achieve the annual revenue goal for Foundation Grants
Steward and manage grantmaking relationships with a portfolio of institutional funders including foundations, companies, and government agencies
Project manage applications for government contracts and grants collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure timely and accurate submission and reporting
Supervise activities and output of the Grants Coordinator, delegate appropriate tasks ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Conduct ongoing prospect research to identify, cultivate, and solicit new revenue-generating opportunities and grow the grants portfolio
Develop, implement, and maintain effective systems for grants management, portfolio management, budgeting and revenue tracking including use of Raisers Edge
Support the Chief Development Officer in writing materials for Development Team including major gift proposals, impact reports, marketing and communications collateral, and sponsorship requests
Collaborate independently with internal partners across Programs, Finance, People & Culture, and Development teams to gather and maintain accurate data for grant submissions and reports
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor