Planner/Grant writer-Closes on 11/11/2026

Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians • Siletz, OR

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About The Position

The Planner/Grant Writer provides grant-writing support to all Tribal Departments and assists staff in developing fundable grant proposals, including narratives, budgets, evaluations, and reports. The position requires familiarity with Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs) and funding from federal, state, tribal, and foundation sources. The Planner/Grant Writer researches funding opportunities, shares them with appropriate Tribal staff, and maintains a database of grants, NOFA cycles, and reporting cycles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Communications, Public Administration, Business, or a related field, and two years of experience conducting research and grant-writing functions for a similar-sized organization; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Knowledge of Siletz Tribal programs, including their goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of research, writing, and coordination of the grant application process for a tribal government.
• Knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Demonstrated ability to write successful grant proposals.
• Analytical skills and creative ability.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to draft descriptive, factual background memoranda or summaries, with technical writing and editing skills applicable to a wide variety of projects.
• Ability to effectively coordinate people and projects.
• Ability to identify goals, objectives, and resources.
• Ability to formulate and evaluate plans to reach goals and objectives.
• Ability to relate the effect of planning decisions to the Tribe’s mission and goals.
• Must possess a current, valid Oregon State driver’s license, insurance coverage, and eligibility to operate a GSA vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Tribal grant-writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with management staff to develop grant applications, advising and coordinating the completion of high-quality proposal narratives, applications, and supporting documents.
• Coordinate grant-writing activities within and between Tribal programs, including identifying funding sources, preparing or assisting with grant applications and submissions, and preparing budgets.
• Provide technical assistance and final review for grant applications submitted by Program staff.
• Collect, assemble, and analyze data and prepare reports required for individual grant-funded projects.
• Identify problems and participate in Tribal meetings to identify funding sources for innovative programs that improve the economic and living standards of the Siletz Tribe and its members.
• Develop and maintain an annual grants proposal calendar.
• Monitor, coordinate, and follow up on the progress of submitted proposals and awards.
• Conduct prospect research to identify, cultivate, and solicit new grants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time