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NANA · 3 weeks ago

Atautchikun - Executive Director (Position can be based in Anchorage, AK or Kotzebue, AK)

United States

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

NANA is a public benefit company seeking an Executive Director for Atautchikun, LLC. The role involves overall management, strategic planning, and execution of the company's mission, including securing grant funding and overseeing operations and programs.

Mining

Responsibilities

Working with the VP of EDS and the EDS Committee, oversee all Atautchikun, LLC operations and programs

Participate in, and lead, planning efforts to identify needs and priorities of NANA communities and other stakeholders (e.g., the NANA Board of Directors, Regional Elder’s Council, NANA shareholders, regional tribes, Northwest Arctic Borough, Northwest Arctic Borough School District, Maniilaq Association, etc.). Position serves on the Regional Infrastructure Workgroup and other committees as needed

Create an Atautchikun, LLC strategic plan that includes (at a minimum) 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 using internal and external resources

Develop and implement successful grant lifecycle management processes, including all requirements to identify, monitor, and pursue local, state, federal, and private grants

Write, review, and approve grant applications and proposals, ensuring alignment with Atautchikun’s strategic goals and compliance with all applicable requirements. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure high-quality, competitive submissions

Ensure all grants are managed within defined terms and conditions and submit all required reports in a timely manner. Monitor effective benchmarks for measuring the impact of all grant-funded opportunities

In coordination with senior management and NANA communications, develop a multi-faceted communications plan that includes employee communications, shareholder communications, executive communications, community outreach, public relations, media relations, marketing materials, and advertising

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. Represent the company at social and corporate events

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

Qualification

Grant managementStrategic planningGrant writingTeam managementFinancial strategyTechnical writingMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsProblem-solvingInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail

Required

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

Minimum three years of direct experience writing successful grant proposals to federal, state, or private funders

Experience recruiting and retaining a qualified team of grant writers, project manager/grants administrators, and other staff

Experience producing high-quality technical writing products, and communications materials, demonstrated by a portfolio of materials

Excellent understanding of finance-related performance standards, and proven ability to develop and execute financial and grants strategies

Expert-level oral, written, and persuasive communication skills

Creativity and innovation to address unique challenges stemming from the high degree of complexity that will be encountered in daily work

Organizational, problem-solving, and project and time management skills. Must be able to maintain composure and adherence to schedule while managing multiple concurrent projects

Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated experience in building productive business relationships that require engagement with many stakeholders

An extremely high attention to detail

High energy, maturity, and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and to position communications discussions at both the strategic and tactical levels. Demonstrated ability to influence strategic outcomes for the company

Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Must be able to travel; travel will include remote locations. Methods of travel may vary and include small aircraft, snow machine, four-wheeler, or boat

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record to be eligible under NANA's vehicle insurance policy