Grant Director

Job Description

This Job is a full-time in-person position in Flandreau, SD

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Grant Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of an Tribe's grant management process, ensuring that all funded programs adhere to the terms and conditions of each grant, including legal and regulatory requirements, by monitoring expenditures, reviewing reporting, and maintaining compliance with donor guidelines throughout the grant lifecycle; they often work closely with program staff, finance teams, and leadership to identify potential compliance risks and implement necessary corrective actions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Pre-award grant management:
• Identifying potential grant funding opportunities from various sources (federal, state, private foundations)
• Reviewing grant guidelines and eligibility criteria
• Assisting with the development and submission of competitive grant proposals
• Collaborating with program staff to ensure project alignment with grant requirements

Post-award grant management:
• Monitoring grant expenditures to ensure compliance with budget limitations
• Reviewing and approving grant-related invoices and expense reports
• Tracking grant progress and key performance indicators
• Preparing accurate and timely grant reports for funders

Compliance oversight:
• Developing and maintaining comprehensive grant compliance policies and procedures
• Conducting regular compliance reviews and audits of grant-funded programs
• Identifying and mitigating potential compliance risks
• Addressing non-compliance issues promptly and effectively

Internal collaboration:
• Providing training and technical assistance to staff on grant compliance requirements
• Working with the finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting on grants
• Collaborating with program directors to monitor project implementation and outcomes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

All positions require a minimum of a criminal background check to a maximum of an adjudicated P.L. 101-630 character and criminal background check.

Required skills and qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, accounting or a related field is required.
• Deep understanding of federal and state grant regulations, including OMB Uniform Guidance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address compliance issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex compliance information
• Proficiency in grant management software and data analysis tools
• Experience in project management and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Proven ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders