Executive Director of National Native Community Fund (NNCF)

Responsibilities

• Provides overall leadership and direction for NNCF, ensuring the organization’s mission, values, and strategic goals are achieved.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring effective administration and alignment with organizational goals.
• Leads strategic planning and organizational initiatives that support NNCF’s long-term growth and sustainability.
• Develops and manages the annual operating budget, monitors financial performance, and ensures responsible use of organizational resources.
• Works closely with the Board of Directors by providing regular updates on organizational performance, financial results, and strategic priorities.
• Leads fundraising efforts, including donor relations, grant writing, identifying funding opportunities, and grant reporting.
• Builds and maintains relationships with Tribal communities, Board members, funders, community organizations, government agencies, industry partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Serves as the primary spokesperson and representative of NNCF with community partners, funders, and the public.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and support to staff while promoting collaboration, accountability, and a positive work environment.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, grant requirements, organizational policies, and nonprofit best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of NNCF and, when appropriate, initiatives between NNCF and Native American Bank.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of leadership experience in nonprofit management, community development, financial services, or a related field.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience with fundraising, grant writing, donor relations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience managing budgets, financial reporting, and nonprofit financial operations.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors, community organizations, funders, and other community partners.
• Experience with small business lending, impact investing, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), or community development finance is preferred.
• Experience working with Native American, Tribal, or Indigenous communities is highly desirable.
• Commitment to NNCF’s mission, values, and the communities we serve.
• Ability to work independently while also working well with others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to think strategically and follow through on organizational goals.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefit package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
• Employer paid Life Insurance.
• 401(k) plan and matching.
• RTD Eco Pass (Denver) / ORCA (Seattle).
• Pet Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Volunteer Time Off.
• Company Culture: Native American Bank is a full-service community bank committed to meeting the financial needs of individuals, businesses, and non-profits within the Native American community and beyond. Our focus is on delivering a personalized banking experience that honors cultural sensitivities. Since our founding in 2001, our mission has been to empower Native American and Alaskan Native individuals, enterprises, and governments by providing affordable and flexible banking and financial services tailored to their unique goals.