About the role
United Way Bay Area (UWBA) is seeking a dynamic and motivated grants fundraiser to advance our mission to end poverty in the Bay Area. The Senior Manager will manage a portfolio of institutional funders—primarily local government partners—through all stages of the grants cycle: prospecting, cultivation, proposal writing, reporting, and stewardship.
This role is heavily focused on grant writing and relationship management and will play a key part in expanding UWBA’s donor base while strengthening existing partnerships. The Senior Manager collaborates closely with Development, Finance, Marketing, and Community Impact teams to ensure timely, accurate proposals and reports that advance UWBA’s mission.
The ideal candidate is a skilled grant writer, detail-oriented project manager, and strong relationship-builder who thrives in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
What you'll do
Qualifications
This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement and is represented by OPEIU, Local 29.
UWBA is committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary listed for this role has been thoughtfully determined based on our structured approach to pay equity. As part of this commitment, we do not engage in salary negotiations.
About the role
United Way Bay Area (UWBA) is seeking a dynamic and motivated grants fundraiser to advance our mission to end poverty in the Bay Area. The Senior Manager will manage a portfolio of institutional funders—primarily local government partners—through all stages of the grants cycle: prospecting, cultivation, proposal writing, reporting, and stewardship.
This role is heavily focused on grant writing and relationship management and will play a key part in expanding UWBA’s donor base while strengthening existing partnerships. The Senior Manager collaborates closely with Development, Finance, Marketing, and Community Impact teams to ensure timely, accurate proposals and reports that advance UWBA’s mission.
The ideal candidate is a skilled grant writer, detail-oriented project manager, and strong relationship-builder who thrives in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
What you'll do
All resumes and cover letters should be submitted on our UWBA job board.
All resumes and cover letters should be submitted on our UWBA job board.