Community Grants Program Lead

Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence

Community Grants Program Lead executing multi-million-dollar grantmaking efforts for Taco Bell Foundation. Overseeing implementation, stakeholder engagement, and building relationships with nonprofits and franchisees.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeIrvine • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist Manager in setting strategy for franchisee engagement with local nonprofit partners
Lead the strategy for communicating with grantees, planning the annual grant awards announcement
Managing the effort with Communications and Marketing teams to highlight grantees’ work through storytelling.
Lead implementation of grant program evaluation framework to assess the strategies of the program(s) and identify areas for improvement.
Onboard new vendors as needed to position up our grantmaking for future growth.
Manage and grow team administering multi-million annual grants portfolio and serve as lead liaison to 50+ nonprofits.
Assist Manager in leading of program delivery of the Community Grants, Emergency Relief Grants, Capital Grants, Impact Fund, and International Grants programs and lead the full program grant cycles.
Oversee grants disbursement and grant impact reporting.
Oversee grant review processes: proposals, evaluations, and site visits.
Inform and advise leadership about program insights and best practices in grantmaking.
Actively work with the communications team to capture, develop, share, and utilize knowledge to lift the work of grantees.
Oversee new engagement opportunities and facilitating connections between franchisees and grantees.
Collaborate and network with industry experts and funders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA or BS degree, preferably in public affairs, nonprofit management, communications or equivalent experience in related field
At least 5 years of experience in philanthropy, grants management, nonprofit management, community engagement, partnership building, impact-oriented storytelling, or related field.
Proficiency with software platforms such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Salesforce, and understanding of grants management software.
Knowledge of key trends and best practices in social impact, grants management and philanthropy
Possesses the ability to work effectively in ambiguity, making progress and sound decisions even in times of uncertainty. A strong influencer who can find the middle ground, gain buy-in, and see both sides of the coin, serving as both an individual contributor and a team leader in driving projects and initiatives.
Willingness to travel periodically.
At least 2+ years' experience in a leadership or management position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs)
Year-round flex day Friday
Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building)
Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, and carwash
Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering
Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting
Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name

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Hard Skills & Tools

grants managementprogram evaluationimpact-oriented storytellinggrant disbursementgrant review processesproposal evaluationsite visitscommunity engagementpartnership buildingnonprofit management

Soft Skills

influencingdecision makingcollaborationnetworkingteam leadershipadaptabilitycommunicationstrategic thinkingproblem solvingrelationship building