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Job Description Grant Administrator BKRHC convenes partners across Kern County to reduce and end homelessness through coordinated strategies, funding, and services. If you’re a mission-driven grants professional who thrives on collaboration and measurable impact, we’d love to meet you. The Role The Grant Administrator drives end-to-end grant strategy and execution—sourcing high-quality opportunities, leading complex proposals, and stewarding post-award compliance and reporting. You’ll collaborate across the Continuum of Care (CoC), local governments, funders, and community partners to grow resources for prevention, diversion, temporary shelter, housing navigation and permanent housing initiatives. Responsibilities: • Identify and qualify corporate, foundation, and government funding opportunities; brief leadership on NOFOs and other prospects., • Lead and manage multiple, concurrent grant applications, set timelines, delegate tasks to service providers and co-applicants, and ensure on-time, high-quality submissions., • Coordinate research to support program expansion; lead community needs assessments and agency surveys., • Draft compelling proposals that advance BKRHC’s mission, including job training, housing, and other special projects., • Support post-award activities: contract negotiation, sub-recipient management, deliverable tracking, reporting, and audits., • Monitor program benchmarks and data; analyze results and recommend course corrections., • Develop and maintain strong relationships with funders, government entities, non-profits, and community stakeholders; represent the CoC in meetings and events., • Provide training/presentations on homelessness-related topics; create and share educational materials., • Document processes, templates, and reports to ensure compliance with internal controls, grantor requirements, and legal standards., • Contribute to operational improvements that help BKRHC meet strategic goals., • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Health/Administration, Communications, Social Science, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred., • Experience: 2+ years progressively responsible experience in non-profit, behavioral health, social services, or homeless programs, including fundraising/grant writing, research, and program development., • Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-stakeholder grants from prospecting through post-award., • Excellent writing, editing, presentation, and interpersonal skills., • Strong project management and data/reporting skills; ability to interpret statutes, NOFOs, and program guidance., • Knowledge of homelessness issues and services; ability to foster collaboration across diverse partners., • Able to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize deadlines, and occasionally work evenings/weekends.Other Requirements:, • Valid California driver’s license, state-required auto insurance, and acceptable DMV record., • Successful completion of live scan clearance, physical, TB test, and drug screening upon offer., • Bilingual English/Spanish highly desirable.Work Environment: Primarily office-based with meetings and site visits in the community; some indoor/outdoor activities as program needs require. Location: Bakersfield, CA (local travel within Kern County) Schedule: Full-time, Exempt (occasional evenings/weekends/holidays) Reports to: Executive Director Salary: $58,698 to $92,019 annually. In addition, BKRHC provides an excellent benefits package, which includes vacation and sick leave accrual, floating and paid holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K benefits. How to Apply: Resume submission deadline: October 31, 2025 Submit your resume and a brief cover letter (including a summary of a complex grant you led and the outcome). Apply directly via this job board or email your materials to or with subject line “Grant Administrator – Your Name.” BKRHC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and community members. Powered by JazzHR Mk49dhHv07

Job Description Role Summary: * Supervises all Program directors including Organizing, Civic, Youth, and Education Program directors. * Develops and manages community programs, organizing initiatives, and outreach activities. * Oversees engagement with community members, volunteers, and partner organizations. * Tracks and evaluates program outcomes and prepares reports for funders and the board. * Provides program-related information needed for grant applications and reports. * Works with legislative team, oversees legislative initiatives and advocacy campaigns to advance the organization’s mission. * Tracks relevant legislation and policy changes. * Builds relationships with policymakers, coalitions, and advocacy partners. * Mobilizes community members for policy action and public testimony. * Coordinates with the Executive Director on strategic alignment for advocacy goals.

Job Description About the Role The Director of Contracts will serve as the organization’s primary authority on contracts, providing strategic oversight while also being willing to roll up their sleeves and support hands-on contract work when needed. This leader will manage a dynamic team made up of both experienced and newer staff, requiring strong leadership, a steady presence, and the ability to navigate diverse personalities with professionalism. The ideal candidate brings large-company experience, a disciplined approach to contract management, and demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives without compromising workflow efficiency. This individual will collaborate closely with Legal, Operations, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and optimize the overall contract process. This is a high-visibility position offering influence, stability, and long-term impact within a growing organization. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the full lifecycle of contracts including drafting, negotiation, review, risk assessment, and execution., • Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse contracts team, balancing guidance for tenured staff with training and support for newer employees., • Establish and maintain contracting standards, policies, and procedures that align with company objectives and industry best practices., • Ensure all contracts meet legal, regulatory, and internal compliance requirements while mitigating risk across all business units., • Partner with internal stakeholders—including Legal, Operations, Finance, Engineering, and Executive Leadership—to support business goals and resolve contract-related issues., • Identify and champion continuous improvement opportunities, streamlining processes while preserving accuracy and operational efficiency., • Provide strategic direction based on market trends, contractual obligations, and organizational priorities., • Serve as the company’s subject matter expert on terms, conditions, and contract interpretation., • Lead complex or high-priority negotiations as needed, especially with key clients, vendors, and partners., • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (MBA or JD is a plus)., • 10+ years of progressive experience in contract administration, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership capacity., • Strong background with large-company contract environments, compliance standards, and complex agreements., • Proven ability to lead and influence teams with varying experience levels and strong personalities., • Demonstrated experience improving processes, implementing best practices, and driving measurable efficiencies., • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to partner effectively across departments., • High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to organizational excellence., • Competitive base salary, • Annual incentive bonus eligibility, • Comprehensive benefits package, • A collaborative and high-impact leadership environment, • Stability, growth potential, and the opportunity to make a long-term difference within a well-established organization

Due to our organization’s growth, AbleLight has four impactful Board of Director openings. We are seeking to add four executives with significant expertise in the areas below in the following communities of greatest need – Colorado, California, Missouri, Oregon, Washington. AbleLight is a growing non-profit organization that has a Vision of a world where all people with developmental disabilities are loved, secure, and flourishing in their communities. Our Values of Mission First, One AbleLight and Christian Love are exhibited on a daily basis by our dedicated team members and Board members. The Board provides fiduciary oversight of AbleLight. Directors actively leverage their personal and professional networks to advance our Mission. They engage in regular Board meetings (three times a year in person), virtual Committee sessions and community engagement activities. Directors are all unpaid volunteers giving back to their local communities, it is an opportunity to truly make a difference! AbleLight pays for all travel and expenses and provides administrative support. Directors are elected to serve a three-year term and highly encouraged to participate in Committee work. Ideal candidates will: • Have extensive C-suite executive-level experience in one of 4 key areas of expertise: Chief Financial Officer with strong operational skills, Chief Medical Officer with a specialty of developmental disabilities, family practice, or general practitioner, C-Suite leader of Faith or Mission Integration, and C-Suite operational leader for multistate and multisites., • Exhibit a commitment to make the world a better place for the IDD community by leveraging personal and professional relationships to advance our Mission and engage community stakeholders., • With Mission Growth as a top strategic priority, expertise in a growth environment through mergers & acquisitions, private equity, building / selling your own business is highly preferred along with Board experience., • A passion for serving individuals with developmental disabilities is a must. A personal connection to a close family member or friend is certainly beneficial., • Exhibit critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving, and a natural desire for cultivating relationships and aligning consensus among diverse opinions and perspectives for AbleLight’s best interests., • Identify as being of the Christian faith, in alignment with the Christian faith-based values of AbleLight., • Reside and work in one of our markets of greatest need – Colorado, California, Missouri, Oregon, Washington. Prior Board experience and health care operations experience are beneficial. If using your time, talent, and treasure to support this underserved population inspires you, please reach out to us to explore more!

Job Description Job Title: Civic Engagement Manager Reports To: Executive Director (interim); Senior Director of Programs (permanent) FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Bakersfield, CA Pay Range: $68k – $73k Position Summary: The Civic Engagement Manager to develop and execute DHF's legislative and advocacy campaigns, voter engagement projects, and civic participation efforts to advance our work at the local, state, and national levels. The civic engagement manager will be an integral part of the organization's leadership team. Strong candidates will have a successful track record of developing and implementing strategic voter engagement campaigns; experience in legislative advocacy on local and state levels; electoral organizing and technical training; and have experience working in, and leading, coalitions at the regional or statewide level. The ideal candidate will have excellent knowledge of and proficiency in using voter database platforms, organizing contact tools and platforms, as well as project management tools and platforms and supervisory skills. Great communication and people skills are a must in this role. This includes working with people from diverse backgrounds, coalitions, legislative offices, and elected officials. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Long Term Policy Agenda and Statewide Campaigns • Track state and regional politics (conditions, decision makers, organized opposition, movement landscape, narrative landscape, and active battles), pending legislation, ballot measures that are related to DHF policy agenda, with an emphasis on Immigration and Environmental and Climate Justice., • Develop recommendations to the Board of Directors about policy positions, priorities, and campaigns., • Identify legislative priorities; develop and implement strategies to pass or oppose legislation that affects underrepresented and historically disenfranchised communities., • Work with directors, community, and coalition members to develop a strategy and implementation of campaigns. Oversees the development and execution of campaign tactical plans and strategy that exercises and leverages coalition and grassroots power, including endorsement strategy, core message development, testing and material development, communications and digital strategies, grassroots lobbying, and actions., • Develop an analysis of policies that advance the organization's long-term agenda, • Support the Civic Engagement and Organizing teams to develop and execute campaign tactical plans that exercise and leverage coalition and grassroots power., • Work with the Communications Director to develop and test messaging and communications strategies to build narrative power, shift the debate, and win over hearts and minds., • Develop external and strategic relationships with state, regional, and local partners to build alignment around long-term agenda, policy priorities and campaigns, • Manages relationships with key state, regional, and local collaborative partners, including labor, elected officials, and research/academics., • Represent DHF at relevant coalition, government, partner, and community events., • Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, • At least 5 years of leadership experience in civic engagement, electoral, candidate or ballot initiative campaigns, • Team supervision and management, • Excellent writing and editing skills Preferred Qualifications: • Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, • Established network with colleagues/peers in civic participation community at the local, state and national level, • Experience with the latest civic and voter engagement technologies and platforms, • Experience in stakeholder/community engagement, • Experience with cross-functional leadership and staff engagement, • Strong and confident leadership skills Key Competencies: • Proficiency working with diverse communities and with grassroots organizations, • Analysis and problem solving, • Time management, • Organization skills, • Effective written and oral communication, • Self-motivated - proven ability to work independently, • Strategic thinking, • Leadership and empowerment, • Compassionate service, • Resolving conflict, • Fostering Teamwork, • Understanding of social justice issues and challenges facing immigrant communities, communities of color, and working-class families

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