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About the Role

Sobrato Philanthropies' Thriving Communities strategy aims to uplift low-wage and housing-insecure residents and families through grants and philanthropic tools. The Senior Program Officer will implement the organization's strategic approach to policy and advocacy grantmaking, focusing on California state policy. This role involves leading strategy development, grantmaking, grantee engagement, field engagement, and evaluation activities, with a deep understanding of policy and advocacy approaches for community-centered systemic change.

Responsibilities

Lead strategy development, refinement, and grantmaking for statewide and national policy and advocacy grants in Economic Mobility, and launch an initial Climate Action portfolio.
Identify and research aligned organizations, evaluate proposals, conduct due diligence and financial analysis, determine funding priorities, draft agreements, and present grant recommendations.
Deepen collaboration with grantees through check-ins, site visits, technical assistance, and thought partnership.
Align strategies and grantmaking across geographies with other Program Officers and Senior Program Officers.
Develop and implement virtual and in-person grantee learning and convening opportunities.
Stay informed about new developments in policy, research, and practice.
Surface insights, trends, needs, and gaps in policy, systemic change, and organizational capacity building to inform grantmaking strategy.
Monitor California state policy and track policy and funding wins for Economic Mobility and Climate Action, providing updates and leading discussions.
Align portfolio investments with the Thriving Communities strategy and provide data for outcome analyses.
Identify policy priorities for Economic Mobility annually and Climate Action as needed.
Build and maintain relationships with key leaders in government, philanthropy, and other sectors to develop shared goals.
Engage stakeholders in Sacramento to inform policy discussions and advance policy goals.
Pursue opportunities for policy impact beyond grants through policymaker briefings, sponsorships, and communications.
Participate in, inform, and advise policy and advocacy coalitions.
Contribute to funder coalitions and learning spaces.
Initiate and lead aligned and pooled philanthropic and public-private funding partnerships.
Represent Sobrato Philanthropies at conferences, roundtables, and public venues.
Build collaborative working relationships with all TSO staff and maintain effective communication.
Mentor and advise Program Officers and participate in continuous learning with all SP staff.
Contribute to annual planning, goal setting, and budgeting.
Participate in meetings to coordinate work, report on progress, flag challenges, and offer expertise.
Provide updates to SP/TSO leadership in coordination with the Director of Policy & Advocacy.
Partner with the grants management team to ensure effective grantmaking processes.
Support SP/TSO communications by providing stories and examples for public dissemination.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 10 years of related experience at a senior program level in policy engagement and analysis.
Experience in philanthropic strategy, grantmaking, and grant portfolio management strongly preferred.
Deep policy and advocacy expertise, preferably in Economic Mobility, with knowledge of relevant regional, state, and federal policy landscapes.
Track record of successfully leading advocacy efforts resulting in real and measurable change.
Proven grantmaking experience, including conducting due diligence, assessing capacity, and developing grant agreements.
Demonstrated experience leading complex, long-term, multi-stakeholder strategic initiatives.
Recognized as an expert, leader, and convener in the field of Economic Mobility.
Proven ability to build, influence, and sustain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience addressing policies and systems impacting low-wage and housing-insecure residents and communities.
Strategic thinking with robust quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
Demonstrated adaptability, resourcefulness, and sound judgment.
Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to write clearly and concisely.
Agile learner and doer who can quickly get up to speed and form productive relationships.
Works well independently and in a team, demonstrating initiative, flexibility, and collaboration.
Brings a strong sense of self-confidence, self-awareness, and a sense of humor.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to travel within the state and nationwide as needed.

Skills

Policy engagement
Policy analysis
Philanthropic strategy
Grantmaking
Grant portfolio management
Economic Mobility policy
Advocacy
Due diligence
Financial analysis
Strategic initiatives
Relationship building
Stakeholder engagement
Quantitative analysis
Qualitative analysis
Interpersonal skills
Emotional intelligence
Organizational skills
Writing
Collaboration
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint

Location

San Francisco, CA
Sacramento, CA

Work Type

Full-Time

Experience Level

Senior level
Minimum 10 years of related experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree required
Advanced degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$163,000 - $203,000

About the Company

Founded by John A. Sobrato in 1979, The Sobrato Organization is a family-owned firm known for integrity and dedication.
The Sobrato Family has played a pivotal role in shaping Silicon Valley through its real estate development.
The Sobrato Organization is committed to its mission of building strong and vibrant communities.
The organization embraces becoming a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization that empowers its people.
The team is at the core of what they do, striving to lead from a space of learning and strengthening capacity for change.
They cultivate a culture of belonging, appreciation, and respect, aiming to be a place where staff feel comfortable expressing themselves honestly and openly.

Equal Opportunity

The Sobrato Organization is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to building a team that represents a diversity of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills.
They are committed to creating an environment of inclusion and belonging for all employees regardless of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.
The Sobrato Organization is expanding and passionate about growing its staff with people who have diverse voices with different lived experiences.
The Sobrato Organization participates in the E-Verify program as required by law.