Director, Organizational Development (DOD) Native Services

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to Native member organizations by building collaborative relationships that strengthen organizational health and long-term sustainability.
• Build and maintain trusted partnerships with Tribal leaders, Tribal Councils, Board Chairs, Chief Executive Officers, and organizational leadership.
• Serve as the primary organizational development consultant for assigned Native organizations.
• Interpret BGCA priorities and resources while ensuring services are delivered with respect for Tribal sovereignty, customs, and cultural traditions.
• Support the Native Advisory Committee (NAC) and Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian Country initiatives.
• Promote BGCA child safety priorities and conduct Child & Club Safety assessments, monitoring remediation plans and responding to critical child safety situations as needed.
• Connect organizations with BGCA subject matter experts and enterprise resources to address organizational needs.

Qualifications

• Leadership Competencies:
  • Applies organizational development principles to strengthen leadership, governance, organizational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.
  • Builds authentic, trusted partnerships with Tribal leaders and Native organizations while demonstrating respect for Tribal sovereignty, culture, and diverse community perspectives.
  • Influences executive leaders and Boards through coaching, facilitation, and collaborative problem solving without direct authority.
  • Develops leaders through coaching, mentoring, facilitation, succession planning, and capability building.
  • Guides organizations through periods of growth, transition, and organizational change while fostering engagement and long-term adoption.
  • Strengthens Board effectiveness through governance consultation, strategic planning, and leadership development.
  • Understands nonprofit operations, organizational sustainability, resource development, grants management, and financial stewardship.
  • Designs and delivers engaging learning experiences that strengthen organizational capability and leadership effectiveness.
  • Uses organizational metrics, performance indicators, and outcome data to guide strategic planning and continuous improvement.
  • Communicates with clarity, professionalism, and cultural awareness while effectively engaging executive leaders, Boards, Tribal officials, and community stakeholders.
• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Social Services, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience managing, consulting with, or supporting Native organizations, Boys & Girls Clubs, or comparable youth-serving organizations.
  • Demonstrated success working with Tribal governments, Boards of Directors, and executive leadership.
  • Experience in organizational development, governance, leadership coaching, strategic planning, and capacity building.
  • Strong understanding of Tribal sovereignty, Tribal governance, and the diversity of Native communities.
  • Experience facilitating leadership development, organizational assessments, and strategic planning initiatives.
  • Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration technologies.
• Travel:
  • Approximately 60–70% travel, including overnight and weekend travel.
  • Monthly travel may extend to 12–14 days based on organizational needs.
  • Valid driver's license required.