Grants Program Manager

About the role

The Pacific Life Foundation is seeking a Grants Program Manager to lead and enhance its grantmaking programs, including disaster response efforts, employee-driven giving programs, and strategic community investments. This role supports the Board of Directors and oversees the grantmaking process, from application management to impact reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously enhance Pacific Life Foundation grantmaking programs.
• Serve as Vice President of the Pacific Life Foundation, supporting Board governance, fiduciary responsibilities, financial stewardship activities, committee operations, and related governance functions.
• Manage the grantmaking process, including application management, nonprofit due diligence, proposal evaluation, stakeholder and committee coordination, approvals, communications, and impact reporting.
• Evaluate nonprofit organizations, funding opportunities, and strategic partnerships aligned with Pacific Life Foundation priorities, community needs, and long-term social impact objectives.
• Develop executive-level presentations, Pacific Life Foundation Board materials, impact reports, dashboards, and strategic recommendations that support decision-making and demonstrate measurable community outcomes.
• Regularly participate in Pacific Life Foundation Board and committee meetings, engaging with senior executives, directors, and cross-functional leaders on governance, grantmaking, and community investment matters.
• Support the continued growth of Pacific Life's domestic and global philanthropy efforts by partnering with nonprofit organizations, business leaders, and international colleagues to strengthen charitable giving, strategic partnerships, and community investments.
• Lead initiatives that enhance grantmaking effectiveness through impact measurement, benchmarking, process improvement, technology solutions, and operational excellence.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with nonprofit leaders, community partners, and internal stakeholders while ensuring strong governance, compliance, and program administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred in Foundation Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Social Impact, Sustainability, Philanthropy, Communications, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience managing corporate foundation, corporate philanthropy, social impact, CSR, charitable giving, nonprofit leadership, or grantmaking programs.
• Experience supporting foundation governance, Boards of Directors, executive committees, or other governance-related activities.
• Experience managing complex grant portfolios, charitable investments, strategic partnerships, or large-scale community impact initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct nonprofit due diligence, evaluate funding opportunities, and develop strategic grantmaking recommendations.
• Experience developing impact measurement frameworks, executive reporting, dashboards, Board materials, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Experience partnering across functions including communications, sustainability, human resources, legal, finance, treasury, and business leadership.
• Experience working with domestic nonprofit organizations; global philanthropy or international grantmaking experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and philanthropy technology platforms such as Blackbaud Grantmaking, YourCause, Benevity, CyberGrants, Bonterra, or similar systems.
• Proven ability to lead process improvements, operational efficiencies, and technology-enabled solutions.
• Strong executive presence, strategic thinking, relationship management, communication, and project leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience serving as an officer of a corporate foundation or supporting foundation Board governance activities.
• Experience working directly with senior executives, Board members, and governance committees.
• Experience designing, scaling, or modernizing corporate philanthropy, social impact, CSR, or foundation programs.
• Experience developing community investment strategies and aligning philanthropy with broader business objectives.
• Experience translating data, outcomes, and impact metrics into executive-level insights and recommendations.
• Experience leading impact measurement, benchmarking, research, or program evaluation initiatives.
• Experience building partnerships across philanthropy, sustainability, governance, and community impact functions.
• A passion for creating meaningful community impact while balancing strategic vision with strong operational execution.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents.
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program.
• A competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.

Pay

$124,830.00 - $152,570.00

Schedule

Full-time