Keya Wakpala Project Support Specialist
Benefits
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401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
JOB DESCRIPTION
COMPANY: Sicangu Co - REDCO
POSITION: Keya Wakpala Project Support Specialist
REPORT: Sicangu CDC Managing Director (KWW Team Lead)
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly, Non-exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
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.
We are looking for an outgoing and highly organized Project Support Coordinator to assist with the management of daily operations and administrative tasks. The Project Support Coordinator (PSC) undertakes a range of project research, analysis, reporting, implementation and administrative activities to support the development and delivery of projects, in line with established project plans and objectives. The PSC sits at the center of a dynamic team – including a Housing Coordinator, Community Outreach Coordinator, and Team Lead, in additional to other internal partners - providing support for key projects and initiatives, and direct support to the Team Lead for new and emerging projects. Additionally, this will be a key role in being an effective liaison and between internal and external community and stakeholders, especially in supporting organizational leadership in communicating project updates to organizational and tribal leadership. To be successful as a PSC, applicants should be able to resolve problematic situations efficiently and have excellent communication and organizational skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Support all members of the Keya Wakpala team to achieve high impact in their given area through project and operational support, such as assistance with completion of key tasks and project deliverables.
Support all members of the Keya Wakpala team through administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, compiling reports, and presenting key information and opportunities for collaboration
Assist with managing external stakeholder relations, assisting in creating and delivering presentations and reports; especially focused on providing project updates and creating opportunities for community-based partners and stakeholders to meaningfully engage with the project as it grows
Assist with development and research of new and emerging opportunities that support the overall goals of Keya Wakpala
Prepare and maintain project documents and reports, ensuring accessibility of key documents and information
Help to ensure strong participation and support for the project from various Sicangu Co boards by providing timely and meaningful updates through board reports, presentations, and invitations to key events.
Assist with management of consultants, and ensure prompt and timely payment for services
Assist with overall grant management activities, including finances and grant reporting
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Embrace the mission of the Sicangu Co Ecosystem and the 7Gen Vision.
Ability to work in both a collaborative team setting as well as independently. Highly self-motivated
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong connection to Sicangu community
Familiarity with Office 365 products.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
High School diploma or GED,
Must have a valid driver’s license and dependable transportation.
Prior work experience, including references.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
College preferred
Prior project management experience
Prior experience with public speaking, presentations, and/or marketing
Prior experience with grant management
COMPENSATION:
Based on qualifications and experience
Salary range is $20 to $25 hourly.
CERTIFICATIONS
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
Mission, SD 57555: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
