Reports to: Planning & Development Director Salary (Grade): $50,000–$55,000 per year, depending on experience (DOE)
Status: Reg., Full-Time (Exempt) Location: Planning and Development Office 112 Bluff St, Winnebago, NE
Job Purpose & Position Overview This position will be a part of the Planning and Development Office team and be responsible for project research and development, and fundraising including but not limited to grant drafting, editing, of application developed to support departments and programs of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. The Project Development office will work with department heads and program staff to ensure grant application quality. The Project development officer will assist senior level and or contract staff on complex applications and special project including renewed funding.
Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Demonstrate the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision and values
Familiarizes self with the various departments and programs of the Tribe.
Familiarizes self with Tribal policies and procedures, and federal regulations related to grant applications and management
Gathers information data, and related documents for raising funding including but not limited to grant applications.
Research and identify grant programs that would support the various Tribal departments and programs.
Research and develop strategic approaches to various needs of the various Tribal Departments and programs that align with funding entities.
Develop logic models and simple evaluation plans.
Prepares project budgets, writes application narratives, and prepares attachments for grant applications and other fund raising approaches.
Assembles and enters documents, proposals and attachments in funding portals for grant application submission by the Planning and Development Director
Conduct meeting to identify and prioritize projects needs as needed with Tribal department and program staff.
Engages leadership, Planning and Development Director, and other as needed on complex application.
Write or assist other tribal department and program staff in writing grant application renewals.
Review and edit applications prepared by department peers and or Tribal department and program staff.
Provide timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements and procedures
Troubleshoot conflict resolution with various agencies.
Serve as liaison to supervisor, directors and staff and funding agencies.
Coordinate funding program activities.
Responsible for fiscal requirements of project applications.
Other duties as assigned.
Makes decisions in matters of significance.
Required Qualifications/Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years in grant application and writing or combination of experience and education; knowledge of Winnebago Tribe grant programs preferred
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
Knowledge of federal grant systems (e.g., Grants.gov, SAM.gov) and compliance requirements.
Capable of identifying when experts need to be engaged in the project planning process
Ability to work flexible hours/shifts
Proficient use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong command of English to read, write, and speak fluently
Enthusiastic and dedicated to the challenges of helping other people
Professional in communications, appearance, relationships, and responsiveness
Self-starter with the ability to perform with little or no direct supervision
Ability to pass drug screen and background checks
Must have a valid US Driver’s license
Training Requirements:
Must be willing to pursue professional certification and/or training as directed
Physical Requirements:
Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10lbs.
Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and comprehend.
Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle.
Mental Requirements:
Reading, writing, calculating
Social interaction skills
Reasoning/Analysis
Works with minimal to no supervision
Language Requirements:
Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.
If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.
Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.
As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Winnebago, NE
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$50,000–$55,000 Per Year
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Background Investigationunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Conflict Resolutionunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
English Languageunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Federal Grantsunmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Fundingunmatched
Fundraisingunmatched
Grant Administration/Managementunmatched
Grant Writingunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Keyboardsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
Microsoft Product Familyunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Needs Assessmentunmatched
Office Equipmentunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Project Developmentunmatched
Project Planningunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
Research Grantsunmatched
Software Developmentunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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