Grant & Resource Development Specialist

Pokagon Band Of Potwatomi Indians; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian is seeking a Resource Developer to secure external funding and resources for strategic initiatives. The role requires coordinating with tribal leadership, staff, and external agencies to design, budget, and submit comprehensive funding proposals.

Responsibilities include researching funding sources, preparing proposals, tracking deadlines, and presenting results. A strong preference for experience with Native American communities is noted, with eligibility

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, or resource development, or three years of related work experience with writing or research as primary responsibility (non-AI assisted).
• Submission of a non-AI writing sample upon applying is required.
• Strong collaboration with diverse stakeholders to develop funding proposals.
• Clear communication skills for writing and speaking with respect to different audiences.
• Ability to research potential funding sources and complete proposal requirements.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Attention to detail with accurate materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop proposals and funding mechanisms to maximize external revenues/resources.
• Lead all phases of proposal process including program design, goals, outcomes, budgets, narratives, timelines, and partnerships.
• Research potential funding sources and network with external agencies.
• Discuss fund requirements with stakeholders and tribal leadership.
• Coordinate activities, prepare correspondence and presentation materials.
• Meet with funding sources to learn opportunities and requirements.
• Track proposal deadlines and ensure timely execution.
• Travel locally and regionally for training and meetings.
• Submit status reports for in-progress, pending, and awarded proposals.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Independent work

Discretion

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Bachelor degree in a related field

Six years of demonstrated funding proposal experience

Tools

MS Office applications

MS Excel

Funding agency portals

Job description

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian is seeking a Resource Developer to secure external funding and resources for strategic initiatives. The role requires coordinating with tribal leadership, staff, and external agencies to design, budget, and submit comprehensive funding proposals.

Responsibilities include researching funding sources, preparing proposals, tracking deadlines, and presenting results. A strong preference for experience with Native American communities is noted, with eligibility