Community and Foundations Operations and Fundraising Manager
Job Title: Community and Foundations Operations and Fundraising Manager
Organization: Oakland Roots and Soul Sports Club
Location: Oakland, CA
Reports to: Director of Community Engagement and ORASF Board of Directors
Compensation: $70,304-$85,000 per year
Pay Grade: Full-Time Salary
Schedule: Hybrid - in person Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
About Oakland Roots SC and Oakland Soul SC
Oakland Roots Sports Club is a professional soccer team which competes in the USL Championship (USL-C), the largest pro soccer league in the United States. Oakland Soul Sports Club is a pre-professional soccer team competing in the USL W League. Oakland Roots and Soul are the first, Purpose-driven sports club in the United States. Our Club Purpose is ‘to harness the magic of Oakland and the power of sports as a force forsocial good’. Our Club Mission is ‘to increase the health, equity and happiness of Oakland by building a sustainable pro sports club with winning teams to develop talent and a world class brand’.
Whether on the pitch, in the stands, or within the community, Oakland Roots and Soul represent our one-of-a-kind city with passion, pride, and commitment to all things Oakland. Player by player. Supporter by supporter. Resident by resident. One day at a time. One game at a time. This is about Oakland first, always.
Position Summary
Oakland Roots and Oakland Soul Sports Club are seeking a highly organized, mission-driven Community & Foundation Operations & Fundraising Manager to serve as a critical bridge between the Club’s Community Engagement department and the Oakland Roots & Soul Foundation (ORASF). This role is designed to strengthen operational excellence, deepen community impact, and ensure long-term sustainability across both entities.
This position spans Community Engagement operations and Foundation leadership and fundraising, with responsibilities allocated based on organizational priorities. The role manages club community and game-day execution while also shaping philanthropic strategy, governance, and fundraising.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
- Community Engagement Operations
• Oversee community headquarters operations and administrative needs for all Oakland Roots and Oakland Soul home matches
• Serve as the primary point of contact for community groups, performers, vendors, and partners on game days
• Coordinate calendars, schedules, and run-of-show documents for community events and activations
• Manage budgets, invoice processing, and tracking of Certificates of Insurance (COIs)
• Maintain accurate records of community partners, advisory members, volunteers, and participants
• Support onboarding and offboarding of community partners and volunteers
• Manage inbound inquiries through community-facing communication channels
• Track and report community engagement metrics and post-event outcomes
• Facilitate cross-department communication between Community Engagement, Marketing, Partnerships, and Operations
- Foundation Leadership, Fundraising & Management
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Oakland Roots & Soul Foundation
• Oversee Foundation programs, including Oakland Coach Academy, Switch the Pitch, Safe Places to Play, and equitable access initiatives
• Develop and manage program timelines, budgets, and partner relationships
• Lead fundraising efforts, including grants, donor cultivation, and sponsorship-aligned giving
• Prepare grant reports and impact documentation
• Serve as staff liaison to the ORASF Board of Directors, preparing materials and coordinating meetings
• Support board development, onboarding, and strategic planning
• Manage Foundation financial tracking in coordination with the Treasurer and bookkeeper
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit governance and reporting requirements
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Experience in nonprofit management, community engagement, or mission-driven operations
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills
- Experience in fundraising and grant-writing
- Experience working with boards, funders, and community stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort managing budgets, timelines, and multiple priorities
- Commitment to equity, access, and community-centered work
- Familiarity with Oakland communities and culture strongly preferred
Disclaimer
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The duties listed do not represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Oakland Roots SC are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Oakland Roots SC to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
