Grant Coordinator

Citizen Potawatomi Nation • Shawnee, OK

3d • $50,000 - $58,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with federal budgetary processes, tribal budgets, and accounting procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level