Community Investment Program Manager

Transamerica • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Investment Program Manager oversees the day-to-day operations and administration of the Transamerica Foundation, established in 1994 to support nonprofit organizations focused on empowering people socially and financially in the communities where Transamerica employees live and work. The role manages the Foundation’s grantmaking and employee matching gift programs, supports its board and advisory committees, ensures compliance with program guidelines and IRS regulations, and administers its multi-million-dollar grant and expense budgets. The position collaborates with Communications and Brand teams to share the Foundation’s impact with internal and external audiences and builds relationships with funders, partner agencies, volunteers, and other stakeholders.

This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week in the office at a hub location in Philadelphia or Cedar Rapids. Occasional travel of less than 10% is expected. Relocation assistance is not provided. The stated annual salary range is $78,000–$100,000, with possible eligibility for an annual bonus.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience.
• Five years of nonprofit management, foundation, or relevant experience.
• Thorough knowledge of the requirements, rules, and regulations for private foundations under IRC 501(c)(3).
• Clear oral and written communication skills for working with the Board of Directors, employees, internal and external vendors, donors, volunteers, and other stakeholders about the organization’s mission.
• Financial management skills and outstanding attention to detail for budget preparation, analysis, reporting, and tracking funds granted to charities.
• Ability to work independently and think creatively, handling matters with confidence, authority, and integrity.
• Organizational skills, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external grant requests and provide guidance and training to advisory committee chairs and coordinators.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and IRS regulations, managing the grant process from initiation through completion.
• Make decisions on grant requests and serve as a liaison between the Foundation and external organizations.
• Engage with the Chair, board members, and officers to shape program direction, advocate for objectives, and assess the ability to carry out the mission in accordance with applicable laws.
• Recommend and implement program strategies.
• Administer the 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 the employee matching gift program and its requests, including evaluating requests and recommending approval or decline, while educating requestors about Foundation rules and regulations.
• Collaborate with Communications and Brand teams to promote the Foundation’s impact through web content, media and marketing materials, reports, internal articles and presentations, leadership messages, and event remarks.
• Build and manage relationships with influential individuals and organizations, including funders, partner agencies, and volunteers.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Bonus for eligible employees
• Pension plan
• 401(k) match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Disability insurance
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Career training and development opportunities
• Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service
• Ten paid holidays per year
• Wellness program with wellness coaching and reward dollars
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Adoption assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Back-up care program
• Paid time off for volunteer hours
• Employee matching gifts program
• Employee resource groups
• Inclusion and diversity programs
• Employee recognition program
• Referral bonus programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level