Job Description

PROGRAM PURPOSE

The Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake (UICSL) is dedicated to our Mission of SERVING THE PEOPLE BY HONORING NATIVE CULTURES, STRENGTHENING HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS, & CULTIVATING COMMUNITY.

UNIFORM PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

In performance of their respective responsibilities, all employees of the UICSL and our affiliates must rise to the level of expectations in which they:

• Fully uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient/client care.
• Adhere to the Standards of Conduct for UICSL, and all professional and ethical standards for the healthcare industry and/or their respective area(s) of expertise.
• Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and dependable manner with patients/clients and co-workers.
• Possess and utilize a strong sense of cultural awareness and interpersonal respect.
• Maintain a current insurable driver’s license in the State of Utah (if operating UICSL vehicles).
• Strive to learn and serve in compliance with federal regulations and UICSL policies and procedures, and to seek solutions for issues or problems they encounter in alignment with those resources.

POSITION SUMMARY

Position Summary: Grants and Development Manager (GDM)

The Grants and Development Manager (GDM) plays a key role in securing and managing grant funding, financial resources, and fundraising initiatives to advance the mission of the Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake (UICSL). This position focuses on grant writing, financial tracking, timely submission of grant documentation, and donor engagement — ensuring UICSL maintains sustainable funding to support its programs and services.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the GDM is responsible for developing and executing grant applications, maintaining accurate financial records in coordination with the Staff Accountant, and collaborating across departments to ensure compliance and alignment with programmatic goals. The GDM also leads fundraising efforts and oversees the Grants Coordinator, ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of UICSL’s grants and development processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work and collaborate with staff members to ensure accurate, timely, efficient, and transparent processes for all grant, donor, and partnership life cycles at UICSL—from proposal to close—as follows:

1. Grant Writing & Management

• Research and identify grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and private funders.
• Write and submit compelling grant proposals, applications, letters of interest, and required reports.
• Track grant deliverables, deadlines, budgets, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with UICSL staff to gather program data, financial information, evaluation results, and success stories.
• Maintain organized grant documentation, financial records, and communication logs, ensuring compliance and stewardship.
• Support program evaluation efforts and ensure that outcomes align with funder expectations and UICSL’s goals.
• Prepare progress and final reports for funders, incorporating data and impact narratives.

1. Financial Resource Development & Fundraising

• Develop and support fundraising initiatives, including donor outreach, corporate sponsorships, and community giving campaigns.
• Maintain donor records using UICSL’s CRM or donor management software, or other methods of record keeping such as excel spreadsheets.
• Coordinate donor acknowledgments, communications, and stewardship—at minimum on an annual basis.
• Analyze donor and revenue data to inform fundraising strategies.
• Support execution of fundraising events, donor engagement efforts, and community campaigns.
• Identify and cultivate new funding sources, financial partnerships, and donor relationships.
• Ensure that all donor communications are culturally responsive, accurate, and aligned with UICSL’s mission.

1. Strategic Alignment & Financial Partnership Coordination

• Work with leadership to align grant/funding strategies with UICSL’s strategic goals and program priorities.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on funding trends and opportunities to support long-term sustainability.
• Support and help coordinate financial resource meetings, including sponsorship outreach and grant planning.
• Provide accurate budgetary and programmatic input on funding proposals.
• Monitor grant and donation revenue to ensure alignment with approved budgets and program needs.

1. Administrative, Compliance, and Organizational Support

• Supervise and mentor the Grants Coordinator, including delegation of duties, performance evaluation, and professional development support.
• Ensure clear tracking of all grant deliverables, deadlines, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain organized records of grants, donations, funding sources, and timelines in collaboration with the Staff Accountant.
• Assist with preparation of financial and programmatic reports for leadership and external funders.
• Ensure that all grant activities comply with UICSL’s internal policies, ethical fundraising practices, and all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in developing and maintaining UICSL’s annual budget and development plan.
• Uphold UICSL’s values of cultural humility, community empowerment, and equity in all development and communications work.

1) Additional Duties and Responsibilities

1. Preserve and consistently archive all passwords and access tools to grant/contact websites
2. Ensure all required agreements and licenses for grant/contract opportunities are tracked and maintained including business licenses, indirect cost rate agreements, permits and other MOUs.
3. Other duties as assigned and agreed to with the Finance and/or Executive Director. MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Batchelor's degree in accounting finance, business administration, or related field

Experience: 2-4 years of grant management experience in a tribal, healthcare or nonprofit organization.

PREFERRED QUALIFCATIONS

Education: Master’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience: 5-7 years in a grant management role

Certification/Licensure: N/A

Other:

a) Proficient in federal contracting & grant management/compliance functions

b) Proficient in non-profit accounting and reporting

KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES, AND CHARACTERISTICS (KCC)

Knowledge of grant/contract management & administration across project life cycles

Knowledge of regulations governing federal grant/contract compliance (OMB circulars) and reporting (FFR)

Knowledge of federal acquisition guidelines, non-profit fund accounting and grant audit processes

Knowledge of federal acquisition and procurement guidelines,

Evidence of advanced competency with office software (particularly Microsoft Excel)

Evidence of competent verbal and written communication skills appropriate to the position

Evidence of advanced competency with organization, time management and prioritization behaviors

Evidence of competency with self-management and guiding teams in completing tasks on a deadline

Evidence of competency with fund account & inventory software

Evidence of competency in problem-solving and critical thinking

Demonstrates a positive attitude of service and a respect for American Indian/Alaska Native cultures

Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and a willingness to accept responsibility

Demonstrates capacity to learn and adapt to potentially rapidly changing situations

Demonstrates characteristics to develop job skills in people, lead team and/or function as part of a team

Demonstrates capacities for being assertive with a balance of professionalism and emotional intelligence

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