Grants & Contracts Manager – Development/Administration Workgroup

About the Position LAFLA is currently accepting applications for the position of Grants & Contracts Manager. This position reports to the Chief Development Director. The Organization LAFLA is a nonprofit law firm that protects and advances the rights of the most underserved, leveling the playing field and ensuring that everyone can have access to the justice system.

Celebrating 95 years of service to Los Angeles communities, LAFLA is the first and most experienced legal aid organization in Greater Los Angeles. The firm employs more than 200 people, including over 100 attorneys, who provide free services and resources on a broad range of civil legal issues that impact health, safety, and self‑sufficiency. Every year, LAFLA helps more than 100,000 people find their voice, regain control of their lives, and build a brighter future.

LAFLA’s unique combination of neighborhood offices, self‑help centers at courthouses, and domestic‑violence clinics places the firm on the frontlines in communities leading change. Qualifications BA/BS degree and a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in a nonprofit environment in grants, project management, fundraising, or a related field, with at least 3 years managing staff. Demonstrated analytical, persuasive, and superior writing skills, as well as meticulous editing skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

Strong administrative skills and the ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks under minimal supervision. Experience managing a grants portfolio at or above $25 million strongly preferred. Demonstrated computer literacy, with strong word‑processing, accounting spreadsheet, database, and internet research skills.

Detail‑oriented, with strong organizational abilities. Ability to collaborate effectively as a team player. Self‑starter with initiative to overcome obstacles and recommend solutions.

Ability to work under pressure and respond to deadlines without sacrificing quality. Comfort with “managing up.” Demonstrated commitment to applying principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of job duties (required). Experience working in a nonprofit institution of comparable complexity and scale, including managing multiple projects with competing timelines.

Knowledge of priorities, trends, and requirements in the government‑funding arena, especially within the City and County of Los Angeles, the state of California, and the U.S. Federal system. Experience within legal services strongly preferred.

Willingness to work beyond a minimum 7.5‑hour workday, including evening and weekend meetings and events, and work weeks in excess of 33.5 hours when workload so necessitates. Responsibilities Lead grant proposal development and submission, strategizing with Managing Attorneys regarding asks and approach; preparing and organizing materials for proposals, drafting and editing narrative, and submitting and monitoring grant applications. Develop and implement policies and procedures to effect programmatic compliance with all public and private funding contracts, including working with the Director of Client Access and Compliance on compliance and trainings; working with Finance to facilitate appropriate allocation and timely invoicing of grant funds; working with the Grants Development Coordinator to generate case statistics and other outcome data; submitting required financial and performance reports; and monitoring performance of contractual partners.

Coordinate the application for, and fiscal management of, private and public grants. Serve as primary liaison to representatives of granting agencies and contractual partners, negotiating contract terms with the assistance of the lead legal manager, ensuring timely and effective communication, and coordinating monitoring visits and presentations. Research, write, edit, and coordinate submission of public and private grant applications on the local, state and national level, recommending projects for funding and developing grant budgets.

Research new funding opportunities on local, state, federal, and private foundation levels to expand existing programs and create new programs in line with LAFLA’s priorities. Perform other related development activities as needed. Probationary Period A one‑year probationary period will be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, religion, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, marital or registered domestic partner status, or any other legally protected status. The organization is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. Benefits & Compensation LAFLA offers a diverse environment with competitive compensation based on comparable public‑interest salaries.

A generous benefits package is available for full‑time employees, including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents; life insurance; long‑term disability and long‑term care insurance; and a 403(b) retirement plan. Employees may also qualify for bilingual supplements, law student loan reimbursements, and a cell‑phone stipend. Commitment to Employee Wellness Due to the mission‑driven nature of the organization, LAFLA is committed to a healthy work‑life balance for all staff.

In addition to a hybrid work schedule and robust benefits package, staff enjoy wellness‑related benefits and employee assistance programs, wellness content library, 15 LAFLA‑observed holidays, and generous time off. Sustainable Hybrid Work Schedule LAFLA has recently adopted a sustainable schedule that allows employees several Fridays off during the year. Depending on job classification, some staff may work a manager‑approved hybrid work schedule, with the ability to work remotely up to half the week, if preferred, after the probationary period.

The successful candidate must be local and willing to work from the assigned LAFLA location. #J-18808-Ljbffr