California Tribal Fund: Associate Director & Strategy Lead

First Nations; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays per year

Job summary

First Nations Development Institute seeks an Associate Director for its California Tribal Fund in Pasadena, CA. You will direct program staff, oversee project portfolios, and design training and evaluation activities across California tribal communities.

With a strong background in nonprofit management, you will coordinatestrategic fundraising, manage budgets, and report to funders while supporting staff professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience in nonprofit/related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant nonprofit/grant-making experience; strong leadership background.
• Knowledge of Tribal Nations history and governance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach California Tribal Fund staff to build capacity and provide professional development.
• Oversee all California Tribal Fund projects and manage some directly; develop project plans and milestones.
• Design evaluation plans, monitor progress, and ensure timely reporting to funders.
• Engage with grantees and partners; coordinate training, conferences, and workshops.
• Assist with fundraising and grant writing in coordination with senior leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Fluxx

Job description

First Nations Development Institute seeks an Associate Director for its California Tribal Fund in Pasadena, CA. You will direct program staff, oversee project portfolios, and design training and evaluation activities across California tribal communities.

With a strong background in nonprofit management, you will coordinatestrategic fundraising, manage budgets, and report to funders while supporting staff professional growth.