Program Director, California Tribal Fund

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with First Nations’ +

403b Retirement Plan

9 paid holidays per year

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Job summary

First Nations Development Institute is seeking an Associate Director for the California Tribal Fund in Pasadena, CA. The role leads program officers and associates to execute California Tribal Fund projects and processes, guiding day-to-day operations and strategic fundraising.

With a 4-year degree and 3+ years nonprofit/grant experience, you will supervise staff, manage complex projects, and collaborate with partners to advance tribal sovereignty and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; nonprofit experience preferred.
• At least 3 years in nonprofit, grant making or grant seeking.
• Knowledge of Tribal Nations law and sovereignty desirable.
• Willingness to travel up to monthly.
• Strong leadership and mentoring experience.
• Experience with California tribal populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach California Tribal Fund Program staff to ensure learning and growth.
• Provide oversight of all projects under the program portfolio and manage some projects directly.
• Develop project plans with milestones, resources, and timelines.
• Design evaluation plans and tools; monitor/report outcomes to funders.
• Develop relationships with grantees and monitor reports for California Tribal Fund projects.
• Design agendas for sessions and conferences; deliver training and TA onsite/offsite.
• Engage and manage consultants/field staff; oversee project financials and funding sources.
• Draft and ensure timely reporting to funders; assist with fundraising and grant writing.
• Assist in strategic planning with senior leadership.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Fluxx

MS Office

Job description

First Nations Development Institute is seeking an Associate Director for the California Tribal Fund in Pasadena, CA. The role leads program officers and associates to execute California Tribal Fund projects and processes, guiding day-to-day operations and strategic fundraising.

With a 4-year degree and 3+ years nonprofit/grant experience, you will supervise staff, manage complex projects, and collaborate with partners to advance tribal sovereignty and community impact.