Community Investment Program Manager

Job Family

Government & Policy Affairs

Job Description Summary

The Community Investment Program Manager oversees the day-to-day operations and administration of the Transamerica Foundation, established in 1994 to support non-profit organizations focused on empowering people socially and financially in the communities where we live and work.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external grant requests, providing essential guidance and training to advisory committee chairs and coordinators.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and IRS regulations, managing the grant process from initiation to completion.
• Make decisions on grant requests, acting as a liaison between the Foundation and external organizations.
• Actively engage with the Chair, board members, and officers to shape program direction and advocate for program objectives and assess the ability to carry out the mission in accordance with applicable laws.
• Make recommendations to develop and implement program strategies.
• Administer multi-million dollar grant budget and expense budget. Manage Foundation cash flow, monthly expenses, bank reconciliation, fund transfers, and required financial reporting.
• Initiate and track payments for donations and matching requests.
• Manage employee matching gift program and requests. Evaluate and determine whether to recommend or decline, offering information, guidance, and education to requestors on foundation rules and regulations.
• Collaborate with Communications and Brand teams to promote the Foundation’s impact to internal and external audiences through various mediums including web content, media/marketing materials, reports, internal articles and presentations, leadership messages, event remarks, etc.
• Build and manage relationships with individuals and organizations of influence, including funders, partner agencies, and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience
• Five years of non-profit management/foundation or relevant experience
• Thorough knowledge of the requirements, rules, and regulations for private foundations under IRC 501c3
• Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing, to the Board of Directors, employees, internal and external vendors, donors, volunteers, and other stakeholders regarding all aspects of the organization’s mission
• Financial management skills and outstanding attention to detail for budget preparation, analysis, reporting, and tracking of funds granted to charities
• Independent worker and creative thinker to handle matters with confidence, authority, and integrity
• Organizational skills, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Office Environment
• Occasional Travel <10%

Compensation

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $78,000 - $100,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration, sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Philadelphia, Cedar Rapids).  Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

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This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

What We Offer  

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

Compensation Benefits 

• Competitive Pay 

• Bonus for Eligible Employees 

Benefits Package 

• Pension Plan 

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits 

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars 

• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Back-Up Care Program

• PTO for Volunteer Hours

• Employee Matching Gifts Program

• Employee Resource Groups

• Inclusion and Diversity Programs

• Employee Recognition Program

• Referral Bonus Programs

Inclusion & Diversity  

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. 

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. 

Giving Back  

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.     

Transamerica’s Parent Company  

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has  grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.   

* As of December 31, 2023