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MediaJustice (MJ) National Position; Remote. Full-time, Exempt.
About MediaJustice
MediaJustice (based in Oakland, CA) is committed to building a powerful front of organizations capable of dismantling the collusion of power inside of the media and tech system and replacing it with people-centered media and technology that drives us towards human liberation. In order to build our collective power, we are committed to cohering a field that is accountable to social movements and driven by a common vision for media and technology that centers racial justice and economic justice. We believe it is our mandate and responsibility in this moment to disrupt the pattern of reactive and siloed struggles around media and technology that fail to weaken the power of the media and tech industry and which are not driven by the experiences of the people being harmed.
Here’s how we do it:
Position Summary
MediaJustice is seeking our first Sr. Grants & Partnership Manager to lead the efforts to diversify the organization’s base of support by elevating the funds received from institutional funders year over year.
Working with the Director of Development, the Sr. Grants & Partnerships Manager will be responsible for managing philanthropic relationships with foundations and community partners, as well as increasing our support. This position will be responsible for using a data-driven approach to effectively stewarding institutional donors and submitting letters of intent and grants for additional funding.
The Sr. Grants and Partnerships Manager collaborates with the MediaJustice staff to ensure coordination and consistency in planning and executing them to meet revenue targets. They work with finance to ensure grant monitoring and reporting is done in a proactive way. This mission-driven individual understands MediaJustice’s programmatic priorities and effectively conveys the message while connecting with constituents and the community. The Grants & Partnership Manager is part of a 3 person Development Team and reports directly to the Director of Development.
Essential Responsibilities
Work closely with the Director of Development on major initiatives and campaigns Provide support to other functions of the Development team as needed Work with Finance to ensure the DevelopmentFinance tasks around grants are completed in a timely manner.
Must Haves
The skills and qualities we are not compromising on:
The skills and qualities that are a plus but not required
MediaJustice’s Core Competencies are the skills we expect all of our staff to have and continually develop - regardless of role or level. We believe that transparent and clearly articulated core competencies support a consistency of staff experience across MediaJustice, and help us understand what is expected of us and where we have room to grow.
Collaboration
Collaboration at MediaJustice is about thoughtfully and strategically involving others in the achievement of our goals. This includes proactively sharing information, seeking input and alignment, considering both my own goals as well as the team’s/others’ goals, and engaging impacted team members as we seek to make decisions and achieve our mission.
Learning and Growing
Learning and Growing at MediaJustice is about embracing the practice and cycle of making mistakes, self-reflection and team reflection, adaptation, and application of new knowledge and skills. We try, take risks, stay curious, learn new things, extend grace, and innovate. We also invest with intention in professional development (time and resources) for everyone at MediaJustice.
Anticipatory Thinking
Anticipatory Thinking at MediaJustice is about recognizing and preparing for upcoming successes and challenges, many of which may not be understood until they are encountered. It includes proactively anticipating roadblocks in our work and strategizing with your colleagues about how you will respond in these situations.
Self-Management
Self-Management at MediaJustice is about “freedom with responsibility.” We are trusted (and supported, and expected) to manage our time and our work, communicate our boundaries, and prioritize our dimensions of success (relationships-process-results).
Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion at MediaJustice is the awareness of not just systems of privilege but also how power is codified in systems of oppression, and how this often extends to our interactions with people, AND a collaborative practice and commitment to action that supports all of us to challenge and dismantle systems of privilege and oppression, continue our own learning and growth, and create a workplace environment that lets all of us feel as though we belong here.
Salary & Benefits/ Compensation Philosophy
MediaJustice practices a negotiation-free compensation policy and has set salaries based on the level in the organization and years of experience, with salaries benchmarked to be in the top 25% for the three most expensive U.S. cities. The salary level for this role is that of a Senior Specialist, and the range is $95,487.00-$110,884.00 annually (at 100%FTE), based on the experience tier you land in.
In addition to the salary, total compensation includes the following benefits:
Read more about our Compensation Philosophy here and read more about our FY25 Salary Levels here.
MediaJustice is an equal opportunity employer and we value diverse perspectives and experiences at our organization. We are committed to ensuring that our organization is fully inclusive and engages with the intersectionality of the communities we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. People of color, gender-diverse, LGBTQ individuals, formerly incarcerated people, and progressive visionaries are strongly encouraged to apply.
We ask applicants to refrain from using generative AI tools to generate responses for your questionnaires and interviews. It is important that we can assess your genuine and unique abilities, skills, and understanding so that we can evaluate your fit for the role. MediaJustice is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MediaJustice will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the application and hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact humanresources@mediajustice.org.
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About MediaJustice
MediaJustice (based in Oakland, CA) is committed to building a powerful front of organizations capable of dismantling the collusion of power inside of the media and tech system and replacing it with people-centered media and technology that drives us towards human liberation. In order to build our collective power, we are committed to cohering a field that is accountable to social movements and driven by a common vision for media and technology that centers racial justice and economic justice. We believe it is our mandate and responsibility in this moment to disrupt the pattern of reactive and siloed struggles around media and technology that fail to weaken the power of the media and tech industry and which are not driven by the experiences of the people being harmed.
Here’s how we do it:
- Building a cross-movement long-term vision and strategy for media and technology that allows MediaJustice and our partners to orient toward and engage in power building
- Generating assessments about the present forces shaping media and technology to better anticipate emerging threats and develop proactive interventions
- Developing and advancing narratives and cultural interventions that influence popular consciousness to uproot the fundamental logic upholding the media and tech industry under racial capitalism.
- Curating opportunities to build political and values-based alignment through convenings and campaigns between social movements and media and tech advocates that can build the foundation for deeper collaborations
- Leading major political education events, training and actions that respond to the current political moment around media and technology
Position Summary
MediaJustice is seeking our first Sr. Grants & Partnership Manager to lead the efforts to diversify the organization’s base of support by elevating the funds received from institutional funders year over year.
Working with the Director of Development, the Sr. Grants & Partnerships Manager will be responsible for managing philanthropic relationships with foundations and community partners, as well as increasing our support. This position will be responsible for using a data-driven approach to effectively stewarding institutional donors and submitting letters of intent and grants for additional funding.
The Sr. Grants and Partnerships Manager collaborates with the MediaJustice staff to ensure coordination and consistency in planning and executing them to meet revenue targets. They work with finance to ensure grant monitoring and reporting is done in a proactive way. This mission-driven individual understands MediaJustice’s programmatic priorities and effectively conveys the message while connecting with constituents and the community. The Grants & Partnership Manager is part of a 3 person Development Team and reports directly to the Director of Development.
Essential Responsibilities
- Lead growth of our institutional funding in a way that is aligned with our strategic vision, priorities and gaps in funding needs. This includes building a robust institutional funding pipeline, developing and implementing tailored donor engagement strategies, managing an annual portfolio of funders within a Moves Management system, and providing exceptional donor stewardship through calls, impact reports, and other activities to foster vital long-term partnerships
- Lead all grant and foundation management activities, including RFP / LOI submissions, proposal development, deadline management, monitoring, reporting requirements, and communication plans
- Collaborate with internal leadership and staff on key donor engagement strategies when needed, ensuring a cohesive approach by developing discovery and briefing meeting materials, crafting speaking points, and leading follow-up efforts
- Create, manage, and improve grant-related processes and tools, including our Salesforce database and reporting, working with the Finance team on processes for the full grant-cycle, and ensuring our information ecosystem is organized and easy to navigate
- Ensure that the grant revenue at MediaJustice is understood to be a collaborative effort with the programs team, centering our work and our strategy. This includes leading communication with the program teams and being proactive about understanding their needs
Must Haves
The skills and qualities we are not compromising on:
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in relevant aspects of fundraising
- Demonstrated success securing major institutional gifts through grant writing and foundation engagement
- Experience creating processes to streamline grants management
- Demonstrated experience collaborating effectively across non-finance, programmatic roles
- Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
- Ability to develop highly compelling and persuasive fundraising materials
- Proficiency with GSuites, and working with a donor CRM
- Ability to maintain the highest level of discretion with respect to confidential information
- Entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving with a diverse set of people, including risk assessment and management
The skills and qualities that are a plus but not required
- A bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Experience in a similar role in a movement organization
- Experience managing staff, contractors and consultants
- Experience in a supervisory role
- Experience using, and managing, Salesforce for Moves Management
- Experience working in a remote environment
- You can see the big picture, and find creative ways to increase funding.
- You are an organization nerd - you love making sure things are organized, clear, and in their place. Databases, when done well, excite you in how they help work happen efficiently
- You are willing to make mistakes, and to distill the lesson of that mistake in order to improve and grow
- You believe that moving resources to where it’s needed is movement work
MediaJustice’s Core Competencies are the skills we expect all of our staff to have and continually develop - regardless of role or level. We believe that transparent and clearly articulated core competencies support a consistency of staff experience across MediaJustice, and help us understand what is expected of us and where we have room to grow.
Collaboration
Collaboration at MediaJustice is about thoughtfully and strategically involving others in the achievement of our goals. This includes proactively sharing information, seeking input and alignment, considering both my own goals as well as the team’s/others’ goals, and engaging impacted team members as we seek to make decisions and achieve our mission.
Learning and Growing
Learning and Growing at MediaJustice is about embracing the practice and cycle of making mistakes, self-reflection and team reflection, adaptation, and application of new knowledge and skills. We try, take risks, stay curious, learn new things, extend grace, and innovate. We also invest with intention in professional development (time and resources) for everyone at MediaJustice.
Anticipatory Thinking
Anticipatory Thinking at MediaJustice is about recognizing and preparing for upcoming successes and challenges, many of which may not be understood until they are encountered. It includes proactively anticipating roadblocks in our work and strategizing with your colleagues about how you will respond in these situations.
Self-Management
Self-Management at MediaJustice is about “freedom with responsibility.” We are trusted (and supported, and expected) to manage our time and our work, communicate our boundaries, and prioritize our dimensions of success (relationships-process-results).
Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion at MediaJustice is the awareness of not just systems of privilege but also how power is codified in systems of oppression, and how this often extends to our interactions with people, AND a collaborative practice and commitment to action that supports all of us to challenge and dismantle systems of privilege and oppression, continue our own learning and growth, and create a workplace environment that lets all of us feel as though we belong here.
Salary & Benefits/ Compensation Philosophy
MediaJustice practices a negotiation-free compensation policy and has set salaries based on the level in the organization and years of experience, with salaries benchmarked to be in the top 25% for the three most expensive U.S. cities. The salary level for this role is that of a Senior Specialist, and the range is $95,487.00-$110,884.00 annually (at 100%FTE), based on the experience tier you land in.
In addition to the salary, total compensation includes the following benefits:
- A fully remote organization with work flexibility to meet your schedule
- 3 weeks of vacation, 3.5 weeks of office closures, and 13 paid holidays
- Monthly $165 wellness and $125 home office, and $75 cell phone stipends
- Medical, Vision, and Dental premiums are covered at 100% for staff, and 70% for their family.
- Non-elective 401K contributions - regardless of employee contribution
- Paid sabbatical after 5 years
- And more
Read more about our Compensation Philosophy here and read more about our FY25 Salary Levels here.
MediaJustice is an equal opportunity employer and we value diverse perspectives and experiences at our organization. We are committed to ensuring that our organization is fully inclusive and engages with the intersectionality of the communities we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. People of color, gender-diverse, LGBTQ individuals, formerly incarcerated people, and progressive visionaries are strongly encouraged to apply.
We ask applicants to refrain from using generative AI tools to generate responses for your questionnaires and interviews. It is important that we can assess your genuine and unique abilities, skills, and understanding so that we can evaluate your fit for the role. MediaJustice is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MediaJustice will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the application and hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact humanresources@mediajustice.org.
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