Grant Coordinator

Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Shawnee (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizen Potawatomi Nation seeks a Grants Coordinator to identify and coordinate grant proposal development for a portion of the federal portfolio. The role involves writing grant proposals, assisting with post-award management, and providing administrative and research support for the Office of Self-Governance.

The successful candidate will work from the Nation's offices in Shawnee, Oklahoma, with responsibilities including budgeting, compliance with federal and tribal guidelines, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated technical writing abilities and research skills.
• Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to prepare budgets and budget justifications for grant applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all aspects of grant proposals including narratives, budgets and supporting documentation.
• Provide technical assistance to Directors regarding grant management and problem resolution.
• Submit grant applications, progress reports, budget amendments and other forms via online portals.
• Assist with scoping and planning of anticipated grants.
• Stay informed on federal funding issues, agency policies, and relevant tribal and federal regulations.
• Maintain relationships with federal agency representatives and other tribes to support the Nation’s goals.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grant writing

Budgeting

Technical writing

Research skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

JOB TITLE: Grants Coordinator

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Office of Self-Governance

SUPERVISOR: Director of Self-Governance

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Salary/Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $50,000-$58,000

JOB SUMMARY: The Grants Coordinator will identify and coordinate grant proposal development for a portion of the federal portfolio at CPN, to extend and expand the Nation’s programs and services as prioritized by Administration. The incumbent will write grant proposals and assist with post-award grant management, as well as provide administrative and research support for the Office of Self-Governance.

RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS:

• Prepare all aspects of grant proposals including project narratives, budgets and all associated supporting documentation.
• Provide technical assistance to CPN Directors regarding grant management issues and work to resolve problems encountered.
• Complete electronic preparation and submission of grant applications, progress reports, budget amendments and other forms as required, using online grant management portals.
• Assist with the planning of the anticipated grants through scoping for grant opportunities.
• Responsible for keeping abreast of all issues affecting grant funding, including but not limited to: 1) federal appropriation processes; 2) applicable federal agency policies and procedures, as well as future development of such policies; and 3) applicable tribal and federal law and regulations governing administration and implementation of federal and state programs and services operated by the Nation.
• Responsible for maintaining a good working relationship with representatives of federal agencies as well as representatives of other tribes in furtherance of the Nation’s goals.
• Completion of any other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated technical writing abilities and research skills. Superior computer literacy required, with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Software. Must be able to prepare annual and multi-year budgets and budget justifications for grant applications.

Experience with federal budgetary processes, tribal budgets, and accounting procedures preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Location-- Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribal Headquarters.
• Shift-- 8 hrs/5 days
• Status-- Full Time/Permanent
• Travel-- Some travel required.

NEEDED ATTRIBUTES:

• Ability to work with a diverse group of personnel. Must be willing to adapt to regular and abruptly changing demands. Must possess the ability to function openly, constructively, and effectively in team-oriented assignments.