Instrumentl is a profitable, YC-backed startup with over 1,500 nonprofit clients, from local homeless shelters to larger organizations like the San Diego Zoo and the University of Alaska. We are building the future of fundraising automation, helping nonprofits to discover, track and manage grants efficiently through our SaaS platform.

Hello, we’re Instrumentl.

We’re a mission-driven startup helping the nonprofit sector to drive impact, and we’re well on our way to becoming the #1 most-loved grant discovery and management tool. To help us get there, we’re hiring an intellectually curious Events & Community Manager to expand our event programs, designing educational experiences that will inspire and connect thousands of nonprofit professionals.

Is your zone of genius at the intersection of education, storytelling, and community? Do you love making your ideas come to life? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.   

About us:

Instrumentl is a hypergrowth YC-backed startup with over 5,000 nonprofit clients, from local homeless shelters to larger organizations like the San Diego Zoo and the University of Alaska. We are building the future of fundraising automation, helping nonprofits to discover, track, and manage grants efficiently through our SaaS platform.

Our charts are dramatically up-and-to-the-right 📈 — we’re cash flow positive and doubling year-over-year, with customers who love us (NPS is 65+ and Ellis PMF survey is 60+). Join us on this rocket ship!

About the role:

As an Events & Community Manager at Instrumentl, you’ll lead, scale, and evolve our events and community engagement programs, expanding our audience and elevating Instrumentl's brand authority across the nonprofit sector.

This is a high-visibility, high-impact role: you’ll be the public face of our programming and the creative force behind it. From workshops and conferences to partnerships and community initiatives, you’ll have the freedom to experiment, test bold ideas, and shape Instrumentl's presence as a trusted voice in the grants management space.

You’ll work closely with the Growth & Marketing team to create experiences that translate directly into engagement and demand. Our ideal colleague is someone who thinks strategically, thrives in collaborative environments, and takes every opportunity to improve existing processes.

Get to know us at instrumentl.com/about! We can’t wait to meet you.

The Instrumentl team is fully distributed (though if you’d like to work from our Oakland office, we would love to see you there). For this position, we are looking for someone who has significant overlap with Pacific Time Zone working hours. 

What you'll get to do:

• Lead and scale Instrumentl’s flagship educational workshop series , serving thousands of nonprofit attendees and growing our reputation as the go-to resource for grant professionals.
• Design and host virtual and in-person experiences (workshops, summits, conferences, and community gatherings) that educate, inspire, and build long-term audience trust.
• Develop and deliver visually polished, high-value educational content (presentations, scripts, and event materials) that showcases Instrumentl’s voice and authority.
• Experiment and innovate with new event formats, community programs, and partnerships that deepen engagement and expand reach.
• Plan and manage an annual conference calendar , overseeing logistics, budgets, and brand presence to support Sales and Growth objectives.
• Build relationships with speakers, influencers, community leaders, nonprofits, and B2B partners to increase our impact and credibility.
• Drive promotion and reach by collaborating with the Growth team on marketing campaigns, partnerships, and cross-channel initiatives.

What we're looking for:

• 3-6+ years of work experience: you've held roles in program management, education, or development in the nonprofit/higher education sectors. 
• Event leadership at scale : you’ve planned and hosted large-scale virtual or in-person events end-to-end, ensuring a seamless run of show and fostering meaningful engagement.
• Education and content design : you know how to develop high-quality educational materials that are visually engaging, combining strong instructional value with on-brand design.
• Confidence in communication : you speak the nonprofit language fluently, build relationships easily, and feel comfortable leading presentations and programs for hundreds of attendees.
• Experimentation : you’re curious, test ideas often, and iterate quickly to improve results and discover what resonates with grant professionals.
• Strong sense of ownership : you thrive when given autonomy, anticipate needs, and take full accountability for outcomes.
• Fast, reliable execution : you maintain high quality standards while moving quickly and juggling multiple priorities.
• Tech-savvy : you’re comfortable using tools like Zoom, G Suite, Slack, and Canva to streamline processes.
• Growth mindset: you’re a self-motivated learner, and you welcome the chance to exchange constructive feedback with colleagues.
• Passion: you’re excited about Instrumentl’s mission to propel nonprofits into a bigger, brighter future!
• Bonus : you have an especially strong background in grants, fundraising, or community education.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary ranges are based on market data, relative to our size, industry, and stage of growth. Salary is one part of total compensation, which also includes equity, perks, and competitive benefits. 
• For US-based candidates, our target salary band is  $70,000 - $85,000/year  + equity. Salary decisions will be based on multiple factors including geographic location, qualifications for the role, skillset, proficiency, and experience level. 
• 100% covered health, dental, and vision insurance for employees, 50% for dependents
• Generous PTO policy, including parental leave
• 401(k)
• Company laptop + stipend to set up your home workstation
• Company retreats for in-person time with your colleagues
• Work with awesome nonprofits around the US. We partner with incredible organizations doing meaningful work, and you get to help power their success.

Why join Instrumentl?

Instrumentl is evolving rapidly. You’ll always have new challenges and opportunities to grow in your role - you won’t be bored! You’ll be an early member of our small but mighty team, playing a huge part in shaping our culture for the years and teammates to come.

At Instrumentl:

• We’re customer-focused.  We routinely seek feedback from our customers to improve the Instrumentl experience for everyone. Our first company value is "The customer is the hero" and we mean it. 
• We love to experiment.  We are constantly generating new concepts and iterating to see what works - ideation and experimentation are essential here. "Bend the curve" is another key company value.
• We appreciate authenticity.  We have a diverse range of life experiences, and we encourage open, clear communication with each other about the things that matter most to us.
• We’re approachable and collaborative.  Everyone has a voice, and we’re all building Instrumentl together.
• We kick it every day with some of the nicest people in the world.  No joke, our customers are often on the front lines educating kids, saving endangered species, and restoring watersheds. In helping them take advantage of Instrumentl’s technology, you’re helping them move the world forward.

Ready to apply?

Nia, one of Instrumentl's current Events and Community Managers, has created a Loom video overview to give you a sense of what we're looking for in an ideal candidate.

To apply, please create and share a link to your own Loom video introducing yourself, and give us your elevator pitch. Why would you be a great fit for the Events and Community Manager role?

We're excited to learn more about your nonprofit sector expertise, your experience managing large-scale virtual and in-person events, and your approach to community engagement and education. Please feel free to share examples from your favorite projects!

Along with your Loom video link, please attach your CV or resume.

At Instrumentl, we pride ourselves on building a diverse team from the ground up. Every role is an opportunity to teach, learn, and create some of your best work - if you’re excited to grow along with us, we encourage you to apply!

Our engineering team uses Ruby on Rails, JavaScript (Ember.js), Heroku, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, HTML, and CSS, and we're always open to adopting new tools to get the job done.