NATIFS Job Description
Position: Projects Coordinator
Staff: No incumbent
FTE: 1.0
Reports To: Projects & Organizational Development Leader
Location: Minneapolis, MN
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $55,000-60,000 annual salary
Position Summary: The Projects Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of projects as assigned by the Projects & Organizational Development Leader. The Projects Coordinator leads the convening of working teams, tracks and supports the implementation, and removes barriers in the completion of assigned projects.
Responsibilities:
Leading Project Implementation:
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Leads the creation and maintenance of timelines, master task lists, and budgets based on the Project Charters of assigned projects
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Establishes regular communication and check in frameworks for project working teams; monitors these communication frameworks to ensure effective communication is maintained across teams
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Monitors and supports the progress of projects throughout the lives of projects
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Removes barriers to project(s) success; seeks support from the Projects & Organizational Development Lead in removing impediments to project(s) progress as necessary
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Maintains project documentation, tracks & reports project budgets, and evaluates project implementation and success
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Communicates project(s) progress to the wider organization and the Leadership Team on a regularly scheduled basis, and to the Board of Directors as requested
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Other duties as assigned
Knowledge/Skills/Ability:
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English speaking with knowledge of Spanish and Indigenous language value
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Exceptional organization and communication skills
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Experience collaborating with and accepting feedback from other departments
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Problem solving skills (including ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner)
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Demonstrable proficiency with Google Workspace
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Proven ability to set and meet expected deadlines in a timely fashion
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Demonstrated success leading and implementing collaborating teams
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Demonstrated success mentoring and instructing individuals in professional environments
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Demonstrated collaborative style, cultural competency, and effective relationship building
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Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects concurrently and completing on time
Engagement with NATIFS’ mission:
Lead by Example:
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Practice Indigenous values identified as NATIFS workplace cultural expectations
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Represent NATIFS and reflect values in community
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Willingly step up as requested
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Generate new ideas
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Work on strategies, activities and funding
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Engage with the board as appropriate
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Attend and participate in events and meetings
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Communicate internally in a timely manner
Benefits:
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Employee contribution to 403(b) at 1% or more of salary is matched with 3% of salary employer contribution
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Four weeks of paid time off for full-time (or equivalent for part-time) + 12 paid holidays per year paid at the part-time rate of 4 hours per holiday
ADA requirements:
NATIFS will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please reach out to [email protected] for additional information.
Additional ADA notice of requirements:
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Periods of sitting and standing
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May endure prolonged periods of computer use
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Written and verbal communication ability
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Scan, handle and move material efficiently and safely, including lifting or moving up to 40 pounds
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Flexible work schedule (e.g., occasional nights, weekends, and holidays) and regular attendance necessary
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Reasonable accommodations can be made as needed
To Apply or Inquire for Further Information
please send the following materials to [email protected], with the subject line as follows: PC_(last name)_(first name):
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Resume or CV
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Cover Letter explaining your experiences working in Indigenous and/or diverse communities as well as why you would be a good fit for the position.