Resource Development Administrator

Sourcewell•Staples, MN

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Resource Development Administrator facilitates advisory councils and member networks for nonprofits and local government units in Region Five, including cities, counties, townships, and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. The role gathers insights and fosters collaboration among local leaders to inform resource development planning. It analyzes feedback to identify funding opportunities, advises on policy and program development, and establishes resource distribution metrics. The position also oversees community engagement strategies, builds stakeholder relationships, and implements strategic plans for partnerships and professional education. The role has a specialized focus on advancing technology and data-driven decision-making across nonprofit, local government, and public safety entities. It leads a cross-sector network and facilitates two annual summits that promote learning, collaboration, and shared problem-solving. The position also supports leadership development and strengthens partnerships across Region Five. This is a remote position within Minnesota, subject to Sourcewell's telecommuting policies and procedures. The employee should live within feasible proximity to the communities served to provide regular in-person outreach and support. The service area includes Cass, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties. The position is full-time, regular, and scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in public administration, urban and regional studies, organizational or nonprofit management, political science, or a related field; or a combination of post-secondary training, professional education, and related experience equivalent to two years.
Three years of related experience.
General knowledge and ability in working with databases and budgets.
Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
Experience with community engagement techniques.
Experience with strategic planning, strategy development, and implementation.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Salesforce CRM.
Experience using artificial intelligence.
A related certificate in IT and/or AI.
Data-driven and IT-related customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Arrange actions, meetings, events, and supporting materials to promote stakeholder understanding and commitment.
Deliver stakeholder engagement activities that build effective working relationships for projects and identify and respond to stakeholder needs and concerns.
Design community consultation exercises in accordance with defined policies and procedures, and interpret and analyze results to help the organization understand community needs and incorporate community perspectives into decision-making.
Build relationships with community groups and organizations, and create and coordinate community partnership projects and events.
Plan and deliver events on schedule and within budget, meeting deadlines and coordinating the parties involved in event design, development, marketing, and delivery.
Work with marketing and Enterprise teams to develop conference and event ideas and topics, and prepare proposals and business cases that support marketing plans.
Deliver small project workstreams and specified project activities within defined time and quality parameters, following the prescribed project management methodology.
Develop relationships with Advisory Councils, identify priorities, issues, and strategic challenges, and prepare them for discussion.
Ensure funding program compliance with portfolio management decision-making structures and processes, as well as statutory guidelines.
Support others in using external communications systems by providing support and advice.
Support others in using internal communications systems by providing support and advice.
Develop capabilities through assessment and development planning, training, and coaching; maintain relevant external professional accreditation where applicable.
Maintain knowledge of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, conferences, and specialist media.
Perform other duties as assigned.