<p>Position Overview</p><p>The Training & Development Specialist is responsible for designing, coordinating, and delivering training programs that support employee growth, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. This role partners closely with leadership and program teams to ensure staff receive high-quality professional development aligned with agency goals, regulatory standards, and community impact initiatives.</p><p>This position plays a key role in strengthening workforce capabilities, enhancing performance, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Design, develop, and facilitate engaging training programs (in-person and virtual) for staff across departments</li><li>Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for new hires</li><li>Ensure training curriculum aligns with state, federal, and licensing compliance requirements (including child development and early education standards, if applicable)</li><li>Assess training needs through surveys, performance data, and collaboration with leadership</li><li>Develop training materials, presentations, manuals, and digital learning resources</li><li>Track and maintain accurate training records and certifications</li><li>Evaluate training effectiveness and implement improvements based on feedback and outcomes</li><li>Support leadership development and employee growth initiatives</li><li>Coordinate external training vendors when needed</li><li>Maintain compliance documentation for audits and reporting purposes</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Development Manager to join our team in Los Angeles, California. In this long-term contract role, you will play a critical part in securing funding opportunities, developing compelling proposals, and supporting organizational growth within the non-profit sector. This position requires strong collaboration, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills to ensure the success of various fundraising initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Identify and pursue funding opportunities from various sources, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies.</p><p>• Lead the creation and submission of grant proposals</p><p>• Collaborate with program leaders to craft comprehensive program narratives and budgets for funding applications.</p><p>• Research and track potential funding opportunities to align with organizational program needs.</p><p>• Attend bidder conferences to gather insights and information on government funding opportunities.</p><p>• Coordinate proposal development across departments to maintain consistency and avoid redundancy.</p><p>• Manage and update records of inquiries, grant proposals, and funding applications for accurate tracking.</p><p>• Edit and review grant proposals to ensure precision, clarity, and competitiveness.</p><p>• Assist in preparing annual funding requests for programs like the Emergency Food and Shelter Program.</p><p>• Ensure all submissions comply with established guidelines and deadlines.</p>