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Explore Career Opportunities with LA84 Foundation 
The LA84 Foundation, a legacy of the 1984 Olympic Games, continues to be a national leader in supporting youth sports and promoting the positive impact of sports in society. We are dedicated to providing every child with the opportunity to participate in sports and experience the many benefits of youth sports participation. As we continue to grow and make an impact, we are seeking passionate and driven individuals to join our team.

<ol><li><a href="https://la84.s3.amazonaws.com/pef/data/assets/images/2024-May-LA84-Dir-Finance-Operations-Posting.pdf" title="">Click to download the PDF</a></li><li>Job Overview:<ul><li>Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Chief Impact Officer, the Director of Social and Community Impact will play a crucial role in managing and implementing strategic partnerships and projects. The Director will oversee legacy programs in swimming, track and field, and coaching education while managing cross-functional initiatives that align with LA84's mission. This role is vital in supporting the mental and physical well-being of children and youth across Southern California through sports and play equity.
 </li></ul></li><li>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Implement and manage programs and projects with external partners.</li><li>Create, manage, and present project plans and documentation.</li><li>Coordinate teams and project resources to ensure timely completion.</li><li>Develop program reports and analytics to track progress.</li><li>Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Lead grantee capacity-building efforts and support professional development.</li></ul></li><li>Qualifications:<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree or equivalent experience.</li><li>At least ten years of experience in program management, with a focus on youth development.</li><li>Familiarity with grantmaking processes and grants management software.</li><li>Effective verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.</li></ul></li><li>Working Conditions:<ul><li>Hybrid work environment with on-site days required.</li><li>Occasional weekend, late afternoon, and evening hours.</li><li>Physical demands include lifting equipment up to 25 pounds and participating in sports activities.</li></ul></li><li>Benefits and Salary:<ul><li>Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k employer contribution, fitness benefit, paid holidays, and more.</li></ul></li><li>How to Apply:<ul><li>To apply, send your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to officemanager@la84.org. Please use the subject line &ldquo;Director Social and Community Impact&rdquo; followed by your last name. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.</li></ul></li></ol>Join us at the LA84 Foundation and be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact through sports and play. For more information, please visit<a href="http://www.la84.org" title=""> www.la84.org</a>.

Director, Finance & Operations

1. <a href="https://la84-public.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/Program-Officer.pdf" title="">Click to download PDF</a>2. Job Overview:<ul><li>Position Summary: Program Officers (POs) are the primary grant-making professionals at LA84 Foundation supporting the Foundation&rsquo;s mission and organizational goals through external activities, programs, and grantmaking. Program Officers serve as community liaisons to prospective organizations, maintain strong and active relationships with grantees, and are often the first point of contact between the community and the Foundation. Program Officers will cultivate and sustain relationships with stakeholders, other funders, and experts in the field of sports-based youth development and youth sports. Strong project and time management skills are a must. Program officers report to the Director, Grants and Programs.</li></ul>3. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Engaging grantees and prospective grantees each grant cycle, which includes community outreach to underrepresented populations/regions and application assistance.</li><li>Review and analysis of grant applications including screening for financial health, and preparation of final written grant recommendations for review and approval by the board.</li><li>Assist grantees as needed to support successful implementation of grant proposal objectives.</li><li>Monitors active grants through in-person and telephone communication, review of grantee progress and final reports.</li><li>Develops, analyzes and makes recommendations on programs and initiatives. </li><li>Ensures grantee compliance with grant outcomes and reporting requirements.</li><li>Actively engages in strategy development and participates in the grant peer review process.</li><li>Establishes and maintains collaborative and cooperative working relationships with staff.</li><li>Supports and reviews program and grant outcomes, analyzes data to inform future grant strategy development and management.Inputs data into grants and programs system and prepares reports and correspondence related to assigned grants and programs.</li><li>Represents LA84 Foundation at community events and ceremonies and serves as a spokesperson for the foundation, as needed.</li><li>Works towards developing collaborative partnerships with relevant stakeholders, policy makers, opinion leaders, corporations, business, civic institutions, and other funders to advance the mission, values, and strategic vision.</li></ul>4. Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree; Masters Degree or equivalent work experience preferred.</li><li>5-7 years&rsquo; experience, preferably in a grant-making or youth-focused nonprofit organization.Programmatic knowledge based in youth sports and/or youth development.</li><li>Strong written communication skills. </li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collegial and collaborative approach.</li><li>Experience with nonprofit operations, finance, management, and structure.</li><li>Some knowledge of technical assistance in the non-profit sector.</li><li>Ability to organize detailed information, manage workflows and schedules.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact with the public and serve as a spokesperson for the Foundation.</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and automobile for site visits, ability to travel throughout the Southern California region.</li></ul>WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>General office environment, depending on health and safety precautions. May be temporarily a hybrid remote/in-office environment depending on manager and work responsibilities.</li><li>Physical demands include lifting and moving equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds, visual acuity in reviewing detailed computer records, physical requirements related to sports activities and periodic travel.</li><li>Occasional weekend, late afternoon, and evening hours.</li><li>Travel is required for site visits with community partners throughout our funding region.</li></ul>BENEFITS AND SALARY:<ul><li>Medical, dental, Vision, life, 401k, paid holidays, floating holidays, winter holiday office closure.</li><li>The salary range is $80,000 - $87,000.</li></ul>To apply: <ul><li>Please send resume including cover letter and the names, phone numbers and email addresses of three professional references by e-mail to <a href="mailto:officemanager@la84.org" title="">officemanager@la84.org</a>. Please use as subject heading &ldquo;Program Officer&rdquo; and your last name. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.</li></ul>