President/CEO

First Peoples Fund; Rapid City (SD); Remote; USD 170,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization seeks a President/CEO to provide visionary leadership and advance its strategic direction. The role involves overseeing operations, financial management, and partnerships while fostering a culture of belonging and respect. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Voluntary Benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced leader in nonprofit or Indigenous-led organizations.
• Deep commitment to Indigenous communities and cultural practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead vision, strategy, and overall direction with the Board.
• Build relationships with funders, artists, and community partners.
• Oversee financial strategy and organizational health.

Skills

Leadership

Public Engagement

Organizational Management

Fundraising

Strategic Planning

Communication

Education

Nonprofit Management

Job description

The President/CEO of First Peoples Fund provides visionary leadership to advance the organization’s strategic direction and national presence. As an Indigenous strategist and partner to the Board, the President/CEO oversees operations, financial management, and partnerships while safeguarding the mission and values. This role ensures a strong structure, risk management, and collaboration with leadership to center FPF’s Collective Spirit within First Peoples Fund.

Description

ABOUT FIRST PEOPLES FUND:

First Peoples Fund is a national non-profit organization founded in 1995. First Peoples Fund honors, supports, and elevates the Collective Spirit of Native artists, culture bearers, and their communities. First Peoples Fund envisions a world of thriving, culturally-centered, and connected Indigenous communities.

PAY: This is a full-time, exempt/salary position. The salary range is $170,000 to $225,000 annually. Pay may vary depending on your location, skills, and experience.

LOCATION/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Remote position or, if located in the Rapid City, SD area, work out of the FPF main office. Occasional travel is expected as needed. The position requires regular visits to headquarters, as well as regular traveling for off-site work.

PRE-SCREEN: Upon offer, employees will be required to complete and pass a background check.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
The President/CEO of First Peoples Fund provides visionary leadership to advance the organization’s strategic direction, impact, and national presence. As an Indigenous strategist and partner to the Board of Directors, the President/CEO oversees internal operations, financial management, and external partnerships while safeguarding the organization’s mission and values. This role ensures a strong organizational structure, risk management, and collaboration with leadership and the founder – Senior Fellow to ensure FPF’s Collective Spirit is centered and rooted within First Peoples Fund. The President reports to the Board of Directors and works closely with the Vice Presidents and the founder-Senior Fellow.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the organization’s vision, strategy, and overall direction in partnership with the Board and leadership team

Build and maintain meaningful relationships with funders, artists, staff, and community partners

Oversee financial strategy and organizational health

Represent FPF as a national leader and advocate in the field

Center First Peoples Funds values and foster a culture of belonging, respect, and collaboration

Who You Are:

An experienced leader with a track record in nonprofit, cultural, or Indigenous-led organizations

Deeply committed to Indigenous communities, values, and cultural practices

Strong in team leadership, public engagement, and organizational management

Skilled in fundraising, finance, and strategic planning

• A thoughtful communicator and relationship-builder

Health, Dental, and Vision are provided to full-time employees effective the 1st of the month after hire. These benefits are provided at no cost to the employee. Family coverage is available for cost.

Sick Leave: 48 hours – available at date of hire and can be used as earned

12 Paid Holidays with 1 Personal Culturally Significant Day
Summer Fridays – Half-day Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day

Voluntary Benefits: Aflac benefits through payroll deductions

• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Cancer Coverage
• Hospital Coverage
• Whole or Term Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Coverage

After the 180-day Introductory Period

• Annual Leave: 70 hours for the first year of employment
• 401(k) with company match

First Peoples Fund is an eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov/pslf/ for more information if this applies to you.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
First Peoples Fund celebrates the diversity, strength, and resilience of Indigenous communities and all peoples. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone, regardless of background, age, identity, or lived experience, has the opportunity to thrive.

First Peoples Fund is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, status as a covered veteran, or other military status.

First Peoples Fund is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Megan Brink, Director of Human Resources, [e-mail] call the main office at [phone].

FPF does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

FPF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. FPF will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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