Native Arts, Language, and Knowledge Senior Program Officer

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Full-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

The position of the Senior Program Officer is responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of one or more initiatives and projects under the Native Arts, Language, and Knowledge (NALK) Program. This position’s priority initiative will be the Native Fundraisers Community of Practice, a multi-year, complex project. The Senior Program Officer is responsible for the management and supervision of consultants and/or any direct reports assigned.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

Provides strategic thought leadership for NALK program projects with a focus on the Native Fundraisers Community of Practice
Performs overall planning/management of the Native Fundraisers Community of Practice
Works with program director to identify new/creative project strategies
Supervises current or future direct reports by setting direction/goals, providing feedback/coaching on performance, conducting annual performance evaluations, & ensuring professional/career development & training as appropriate

Other Information/Requirements: 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree
Demonstrate mastery of Senior Program Officer functions & competencies
Extensive external peer network
Experience managing cohort or community of practice-type model & portfolio of grantees
Experience participating in a cohort or community of practice-type model
Experience supporting emerging Native leaders in building capacity around fundraising & strengths-based communications
Availability to travel frequently

How to Apply: 

Before applying, please read the job description in its entirety here:
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TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
Complete the job application form at: https://airtable.com/appigf5R7P2zloP4A/shrWvG1JTI56CHkWM. You will be asked to upload your cover letter, resume, and three references in the job application.
Requests for reasonable accommodation may be directed to First Nations’ Human Resources department.

Salary Range: 
$73,600 to $105,900 annually
Contact Information
Name: 
Briar Croteau
Agency/Organization: 
Address: 
City: 
Albuquerque
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87111
Business Phone: 
303-774-7836
Business Fax: 
Email Address: 
[email protected]
firstnations.org
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Apr 23 2026
Date to Remove: 
Jul 22 2026

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