Grant Coordinator

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.