Executive Director - Position based in Anchorage or Kotzebue, AK - Atautchikun in Anchorage, AlaskaJob Description This position provides overall management, strategic planning, organization, and implementation for Atautchikun, LLC, NANA's public benefit company. Reporting to the Vice President of NANA's Economic Development and Sustainability (EDS), the executive director will provide input to, and have responsibility for execution of, the strategy and development plan to support Atautchikun's mission and business objective of securing grant funding.
This position can be based at one of NANA's Corporate Offices in Anchorage or Kotzebue, AK.
Responsibilities Oversee all Atautchikun, LLC operations and programs.Participate in planning efforts to identify needs and priorities of NANA communities and other stakeholders.Create an Atautchikun, LLC strategic plan that includes potential sources of investment, key partnerships, grant pursuit targets, success metrics, and planned communications efforts.Build and manage a team to execute on the strategic plan and the pursuit of targeted grant opportunities.Develop and implement successful grant lifecycle management processes, including all requirements to identify, monitor, and pursue local, state, federal, and private grants.Ensure all grants are managed within defined terms and conditions and submit all required reports in a timely manner.In coordination with senior management and NANA communications, develop a multi-faceted communications plan.Prepare monthly updates of current activities and progress against strategic initiatives for the EDS Board Committee.Serve as a key point of contact for Atautchikun, LLC with company stakeholders, tribes, shareholders, funding agencies, and other relevant parties.Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Other duties that are pertinent to the project's success also may be assigned.
Qualifications Master's degree preferred. Bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, or related discipline.Five or more years' experience in managing complete life-cycle grant management and community development projects.Experience recruiting and retaining a qualified team of grant writers, project managers, and other staff.Experience producing high-quality technical writing products and communications materials.Excellent understanding of finance-related performance standards.Expert-level oral, written, and persuasive communication skills.Creativity and innovation to address unique challenges.Organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated experience in building productive business relationships.An extremely high attention to detail.High energy, maturity, and leadership.Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite.Must be able to travel; travel will include remote locations.Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.Preferred Requirements Preference will be given to those candidates with a working knowledge of, and experience with, NANA's various organizations.Experience working with, and understanding of, rural native communities.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Weather: This position requires a majority of the work to be performed inside in an environmentally controlled office.
Noise level: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to quiet.
Description of environment: Most of the work will be in a standard office environment with standard office equipment.
Physical requirements: Employee is required to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
Travel: Up to 25% of the time. Employee may travel throughout Alaska and/or to remote locations.
Equal Opportunity Employer NANA Regional Corporation, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal employment opportunity employers.
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