COOK INLET TRIBAL COUNCIL, INC. 

Job Title:Vice President of Strategy & Development

Department:Administration

Reports To:President & Chief Executive Officer

FLSA Status:Exempt

Pay Grade:Executive

Job Type:Regular, Full-Time

AKBCU: No     ICPA: No

General Functions:

The Vice President of Strategy & Development serves as a senior strategic partner to the President & CEO, providing executive leadership and direction across Communications, Development & Grant Writing, Tribal Partnerships, Participant Experience, and Policy initiatives. This position advances CITC's mission by cultivating external relationships, securing resources, supporting policy advocacy, and fostering community engagement that honors Alaska Native and American Indian communities.

Leadership:

As a member of the President's Council, this role embodies CITC's values and demonstrates unwavering belief in the endless potential of Our People. The Vice President of Strategy & Development ensures organizational priorities are effectively represented through strategic communications, comprehensive development strategies, and meaningful tribal partnerships that align with CITC's mission and vision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the President & CEO's direction, the Vice President of Strategy & Development will:

Job Specifications:

Minimum Core Competencies:

CITC Values, Respectful Leadership, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving/Critical Thinking, Communication Skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Disclaimer
The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.

• Lead and provide strategic direction to multiple organizational functions, including Communications, Development & Grant Writing, Tribal Partnerships, Participant Experience, and Policy initiatives.
• Support policy advocacy initiatives in collaboration with the President & CEO, ensuring organizational priorities are effectively represented in relevant policy discussions, and prepare written materials including action alerts, talking points, issue briefs, and reports.
• Deliver critical information and actionable recommendations in areas of responsibility through the President & CEO to the Board of Directors and senior leadership team.
• Cultivate a high-performance culture that emphasizes professional development, cross-functional collaboration, and operational excellence across all areas of oversight.
• Direct internal and external communications strategies that effectively convey the organization's mission, values, and achievements, including brand management, media relations, digital communications, and crisis communications.
• Lead comprehensive development strategies to secure funding and resources for organizational priorities, including oversight of grant writing and reporting functions to ensure adherence to funder requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with foundations, corporate partners, individual donors, tribal communities, tribal organizations, and key stakeholders to identify new funding and partnership opportunities aligned with strategic priorities.
• Build trusted relationships with Alaska Native community leaders and partner organizations, leading initiatives that promote mutual respect, understanding, and collaboration between CITC and tribal partners.
• Oversee cultural programs and initiatives that honor and promote Alaska Native heritage, and provide partnership and support for Get Out the Native Vote (GOTNV) initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate internal company events and spearhead participation in external events and strategic partnerships, representing CITC's vision and cultivating relationships that support long-term growth and development objectives.
• Manage department budgets, allocate resources effectively across all areas of responsibility, and implement processes that support resource management aligned with strategic plans.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for all areas of responsibility, driving continuous improvement in service delivery, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, grant requirements, and organizational policies across all functional areas of oversight.
• Participate in executive-level decision-making as a member of the senior leadership team and lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Perform all related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrated strategic leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
• Commitment to achieving results under demanding timeframes with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment, develop staff, and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, with ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences including executives and board members.
• Strong quality management focus with exceptional attention to detail and delegation and monitoring skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the social, health, educational, and cultural needs of the Alaska Native and American Indian community.
• Ability to work effectively with staff and the public at all levels, building trusted relationships with community leaders, partner organizations, and external stakeholders.
• Continued employment is contingent upon completion of satisfactory state and federal fingerprint criminal background check.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field. Relevant work experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience, with at least five (5) years in a senior leadership role overseeing multiple functions.
• Demonstrated success in resource development, grant writing, and fund development.
• Experience in communications strategy, brand management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of and experience working with Alaska Native communities, tribal organizations, and Alaska Tribes.
• Experience presenting to and collaborating with C-suite executives and Boards of Directors.
• Demonstrated experience in partnership development and coalition building.
• Knowledge of tribal, state, and federal relations.
• May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and consistently working on a computer with repetitive motion.
• The need to occasionally move around the office to access filing cabinets, storage cabinets, and office equipment may be necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally by utilizing proper lifting techniques and working in a safe manner.