Programs Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

WHAT WE DO
Founded in 1985, the Santa Barbara Education Foundation (SBEF) enriches the academic, artistic, and personal development of all students in the Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD). As the only education foundation serving all 21 schools and over 12,200 students, SBEF is uniquely positioned to bridge critical funding gaps and create a lasting, equitable impact.
SBEF inspires the community to support public education, focusing on providing opportunities for students facing additional challenges, such as those who are socioeconomically disadvantaged or English language learners. By funding programs like teacher grants, literacy initiatives, and music and arts education, SBEF ensures that students have access to essential learning opportunities. SBEF also proudly serves as the fiscal sponsor for 14 nonprofit organizations across the county.

Through strong partnerships with community partners, nonprofits, donors, educators, and businesses, SBEF enhances the quality of public education and builds a brighter future for the entire community. SBEF also administers its own signature programs. For a full list of programs and to learn more, visit: https://sbefoundation.org.

The role:

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Programs Manager oversees the implementation, performance, and continuous improvement of SBEFs signature and community programs. This role is responsible for developing and executing strategies for key initiatives, including the Keep the Beat and Teacher and Student Grants programs. Core responsibilities include leading outreach efforts, managing program budgets, supporting fundraising in collaboration with the Development Officer and Executive Director, and overseeing administrative functions to ensure effective and efficient program delivery.

Working in partnership with the Executive Director, the Programs Manager will:

Program Oversight & Implementation

• Research and develop new programs or expand and revise existing programs
• Prepare yearly budgets for each program
• Review monthly financial reports to track income and oversee expenses of each program
• Serve as the main point of contact for inquiries from community program directors
• Assist in the development of fundraising needs and campaigns for programs
• Update the SBEF website with program descriptions and events
• Support and inform the design marketing plan to promote all SBEF signature programs to the community, schools, parents, administration
  

Events & Administrative Activities

• Assist in maintaining donor information on the Foundation database
• Attend SBEF Board and Program Committee meetings once a month and provide program updates.
• Help plan and/or staff Foundation related meetings and events such as Hope Awards, State of Our Schools, other educational events.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of successful experience in program management, development, and implementation, preferably in education
• Ability to understand the needs and interests of pre-k-12 students and their families and how an education foundation may address them
• Interest in public education and a dedication to promoting the Foundations fundraising
• Demonstrated leadership and the ability to successfully manage multi-functional or diverse assignments
• Ability to be comfortable with public speaking, excellent interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated record of completing assignments
• Knowledge of local and regional fundraising trends and climate, as well as federal and state tax laws that impact charitable giving and personal assets
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends (on occasion)
• Ability to analyze, monitor, and evaluate ongoing programs addressing the needs of students
• Understand the Santa Barbara Unified School District, the demographics of its students and staff, and priorities

• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., DonorPerfect, Salesforce, Raisers Edge) and proficiency with platforms such as Google Suite, BoardnetWork, and digital marketing tools

Preferred start date: June 8