Sicangu Innovation Center Coordinator
updated: April 25th, 2023
About Keya Wakpala Woiċaġeyapi
Keya Wakpala Woiċaġeyapi (Turtle Creek Regenerative Development) will be a living community that nourishes the Siċaŋġu spirit and way of life. The Keya Wakpala (KW) site comprises 590 acres that eventually will be home to anywhere from 200-600 affordable and accessible quality-built, energy efficient homes, centered around a community garden and a multi-use gathering space, with places for people to shop and work and for children to play together. Keya Wakpala offers a pathway to reclaiming who we are as the Siċaŋġu Lak̇ota Oyate.
Job Summary
The Sicangu Innovation Center Coordinator will play several key roles in the next phases of planning and development for this exciting SIC project, including overseeing key aspects of pre-development work, such as architectural and civil engineering design, and driving forward the vision for SIC programs and operations. The SIC Coordinator will work with a dedicated team of Sicangu Co* executives, program managers, staff and consultants to accomplish the goals and roadmap clearly outlined in the recently completed SIC Feasibility Study.
*Sicangu Co is the name of the economic development ecosystem of the Sicangu Lakota Oyate. It includes the nonprofit Sicangu Community Development Corporation, the nonprofit Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI) Tatanka Funds and Rosebud Economic Development Corporation (REDCO), a Tribal entity.
Responsibilities & Duties
Develop deep familiarity with the Sicangu Co ecosystem, the Keya Wakpala project as a whole, and the history of and vision for the SIC through existing documentation and by participating in conversations and meetings with key stakeholders
Develop, coordinate, and manage written project plans for each of four main areas of responsibility: pre-development planning and execution; coordination of and communication with stakeholders (contractors, staff, executive team, grantors); community outreach and engagement; incubator/workforce development programming and implementation.
Develop and manage RFPs and contracts for architectural and civil engineering services
Manage current and future grants and grant budgets; produce and submit timely reports as required by grantors.
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
Bachelors degree and/or equivalent professional experience
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Experience managing large, multi-faceted projects in a team setting
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet timelines
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Experience leading a community-facing, community-based project
Grants management experience, including timely reporting
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, and some experience with PowerPoint. Strong internet skills.
Experience working with an Indigenous organization, project, or community
Based in the vicinity of Mission or Rapid City, South Dakota or the willingness to relocate permanently. If Rapid City, able to work in-person in Mission a minimum of 50% of the time
Preferred:
Familiarity with architectural and civil engineering design process
Experience working with an Indigenous organization, project, or community
Grant writing experience
Experience with the RFP process: creating RFPs and managing the submission and selection process
Familiarity with workforce development programming and training models
Compensation
Salary range $60,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience
Eligible for health insurance, retirement savings match and other benefits after 60 days of employment
Generous paid time off for vacation, sickness and holidays
Opportunities for professional development
