Community Investment Program Manager

Job Family: Government & Policy Affairs

About the role

The Community Investment Program Manager oversees the day-to-day operations and administration of the Transamerica Foundation, established in 1994 to support non-profit organizations focused on empowering people socially and financially in the communities where we live and work.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external grant requests, providing essential guidance and training to advisory committee chairs and coordinators.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and IRS regulations, managing the grant process from initiation to completion.
• Make decisions on grant requests, acting as a liaison between the Foundation and external organizations.
• Actively engage with the Chair, board members, and officers to shape program direction and advocate for program objectives and assess the ability to carry out the mission in accordance with applicable laws.
• Make recommendations to develop and implement program strategies.
• Administer multi-million dollar grant budget and expense budget.
• Manage Foundation cash flow, monthly expenses, bank reconciliation, fund transfers, and required financial reporting.
• Initiate and track payments for donations and matching requests.
• Manage employee matching gift program and requests.
• Evaluate and determine whether to recommend or decline, offering information, guidance, and education to requestors on foundation rules and regulations.
• Collaborate with Communications and Brand teams to promote the Foundation’s impact to internal and external audiences through various mediums including web content, media/marketing materials, reports, internal articles and presentations, leadership messages, event remarks, etc.
• Build and manage relationships with individuals and organizations of influence, including funders, partner agencies, and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience
• Five years of non-profit management/foundation or relevant experience
• Thorough knowledge of the requirements, rules, and regulations for private foundations under IRC 501c3
• Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing, to the Board of Directors, employees, internal and external vendors, donors, volunteers, and other stakeholders regarding all aspects of the organization’s mission
• Financial management skills and outstanding attention to detail for budget preparation, analysis, reporting, and tracking of funds granted to charities
• Independent worker and creative thinker to handle matters with confidence, authority, and integrity
• Organizational skills, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation

Working Conditions

Hybrid office environment requiring three days per week in office at either the Philadelphia or Cedar Rapids hub locations. Occasional travel required. Relocation assistance will not be provided.

Compensation

Salary range: $78,000 – $100,000 annually (good-faith estimate; actual starting pay determined by qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation, and operational needs). Eligible for an annual bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance at the company’s discretion. Applicants must possess legal authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship.

Benefits

Compensation Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Bonus for Eligible Employees
• Benefits Package
• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service