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Community Affairs Grants and Employee Engagement Manager

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Santa Clara

Requirements

  • - Grant making best practices
  • - Education: Bachelor's Degree (Required)
  • - Skills: Employee Engagement, Grant Administration, Public Policy Evaluations
  • - Years of Experience: 7 - 10 Years
  • - Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute comprehensive community engagement strategies aligned with Applied’s core values and objectives.
  • Manage the grants process in a portfolio area, including reviewing proposals on our twice-annual grant cycles, conducting due diligence, and monitoring grantee performance.
  • Advise on and implement a streamlined grants process as we scale as an organization in our growing company.
  • Ensure accurate grant tracking and impact reporting is maintained and becomes part of our annual public sustainability report.
  • Participate in Applied Materials Foundation activities under direction of Foundation leadership.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with local nonprofits and community organizations, with a particular focus in Santa Clara County.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and partners to integrate social impact initiatives across the organization and externally.
  • Prepare regular reports on the impact and outcomes of community engagement and grant-making activities for internal stakeholders.
  • Convene grantees to share best-practices, including Communities of Practice development sessions.
  • As core responsibilities are met, the growth opportunity for this role will be in creating and implementing strategic initiatives that progress our organizational and company priorities and/or taking on leadership roles for specific team responsibilities such as employee matching gifts program, etc.
  • Stay current with ESG best practices and trends, and bringing forth your recommendations if when we should adapt our strategies.
  • Represent the company at community events multiple times per month, sometimes not during business hours and occasionally on weekends.
  • Currently are or are willing to learn to become comfortable with public speaking engagements.
  • Embrace growth and development opportunities as they arise, knowing change is constant and learning a valued part of all our roles. Be willing to share your creativity and leadership skills with our team.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Community Affairs Grants and Employee Engagement Manager role?

The primary focus is on managing the grants portfolio with a particular emphasis on community engagement in the Silicon Valley area.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's Degree is required, along with 7-10 years of experience in grant-making and community engagement.

Is previous experience in grant-making required?

Yes, the ideal candidate should have experience in grant-making best practices.

What type of partnerships will the manager be involved in?

The manager will collaborate with local nonprofits, community organizations, and internal stakeholders to develop strategic partnerships that align with social impact goals.

Will travel be required for this position?

Yes, travel is required, amounting to approximately 10% of the time.

Are there opportunities for growth within this role?

Yes, there are opportunities to create and implement strategic initiatives and take on additional leadership responsibilities as the core responsibilities are met.

What is the salary range for this position?

The U.S. salary range for this position is $124,000.00 - $170,500.00, based on various factors including experience and location.

Will the manager represent the company at community events?

Yes, the manager will represent the company at community events multiple times per month, which may occur outside of regular business hours.

Does Applied Materials offer a comprehensive benefits package?

Yes, Applied Materials offers a comprehensive benefits package along with eligibility for additional compensation forms such as bonuses and stock awards.

Is this position based in a specific location?

Yes, this role is based at the headquarters in Santa Clara County, California.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible a better future.

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