Director, Community Investment & Grantmaking (Social Impact)

TL;DR

Director, Community Investment & Grantmaking (Social Impact): Designing and implementing an equitable grant-making program to expand yoga access and integrate yoga into institutions and policies with an accent on strategic philanthropy and systems-level change. Focus on crafting transparent resource deployment strategies, leveraging data for impact analysis, and building strategic partnerships for social change.

Location: Remote, but must be based in the US and able to work on-site in Arlington, VA as needed

Salary: $100,000 – $120,000

Company

The largest nonprofit membership association of yoga professionals, practitioners, and advocates globally.

What you will do

• Craft and implement a community-centered, sustainable grant-making program to integrate yoga into public and social sectors.
• Partner with the Head of Social Impact to develop strategies for leveraging institutional resources and advancing advocacy initiatives.
• Manage and delegate project tasks to team members and external consultants.
• Identify and utilize internal/external data and performance metrics to refine the social impact strategy.
• Cultivate relationships with key decision-makers to embed yoga into institutional programs and budgets.
• Collaborate internally across teams to ensure synergy between grantmaking, community engagement, and operations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience, including 3+ years in strategic grantmaking and systems-level change.
• 5+ years managing complex cross-organizational initiatives and supervising staff.
• 7+ years of experience leveraging data, storytelling, and research to advocate for innovative programs.
• Proficiency with project management and CRM tools (e.g., Monday.com, Salesforce).
• Must be based in the United States and available for occasional nationwide travel and on-site work in Arlington, VA.
• Proven track record in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA).

Nice to have

• Experience using advocacy or policy to drive sector-wide changes.
• Background in community development and grassroots action for social change.
• Familiarity with the unique needs of yoga professionals outside of commercial studios.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% employer-paid comprehensive health insurance for employees.
• Matching 401K plan.
• Generous paid leave, including parental and sabbatical leave.
• Reimbursement for professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative culture focusing on body and mind health.