Finance and Business Development - Tribal Fund Program Manager

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is committed to protecting and exercising the inherent inalienable sovereign rights of the Tribe and Individuals in the interest of the Medicine Creek Treat Territories, as stewards to ensure preservation of our cultural and environmental integrity for common good and prosperity for all.


Open: May 23, 2025 Close: September 1, 2025
Job Title: Tribal Fund Program Manager Department: Finance and Business Development
Reports To: Tribal Financial Officer Hours: 40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time
Salary: Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits Requisition: 751

*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.

Position Summary:
The Tribal Fund Program Manager leads the implementation and oversight of systems, partnerships, and outreach efforts that advance the mission of the Puyallup Tribal Fund. This role is responsible for coordinating grantmaking processes, managing donor and grantee relationships, overseeing compliance and reporting, and supporting strategic development initiatives. The Program Manager ensures the Fund operates efficiently, transparently, and in alignment with the Tribe’s values of generosity, sovereignty, and community well-being.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Lead day-to-day operations of the Puyallup Tribal Fund, ensuring timely and accurate handling of grantmaking, donation, and program activities.
2. Develop and manage systems for tracking grants, donations, reporting deadlines, and fund distribution.
3. Serve as the primary point of contact for donors, grantees, community partners, and tribal departments.
4. Oversee and improve internal processes, including data tracking, reporting systems, and documentation protocols.
5. Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and 501(c)(3) regulatory requirements.
6. Coordinate and contribute to the development of the Fund’s annual report, strategic plan, and board updates.
7. Supervise the preparation and delivery of grant reports, impact updates, and funding documentation.
8. Support planning and execution of donor engagement strategies, community events, and public communications.
9. Draft, edit, and approve public-facing materials such as newsletters, social media content, and press releases.
10. Collaborate with Tribal Council, community leaders, and the Fund Board to align giving strategies with tribal priorities.
11. Assist in identifying new funding opportunities, partnerships, or capacity-building strategies.
12. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Fund’s operations and mission.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides guidance or direct supervision to administrative staff, interns, or contractors as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, communications, or a related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in non-profit management, fundraising, development, grant management or a related field; or an Associate’s degree with at least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in experience in non-profit management, fundraising, development, grant management or a related field or related fields that demonstrate strong relationship management, organizational coordination, and communication skills. Experience managing budgets, timelines, and reporting systems. Prior experience supervising staff, volunteers, or projects is preferred. Demonstrated ability to build trust and work collaboratively within tribal, community-based, or culturally grounded environments.
Language Skills
Able to write professional emails, take accurate meeting notes, and prepare clear internal documents. Comfortable communicating with donors, grantees, and community members in a respectful and courteous manner.
Mathematical Skills
Able to handle simple budgeting tasks, track expenses, and perform basic calculations using spreadsheets.
Reasoning Ability
Able to follow directions, meet deadlines, and troubleshoot scheduling or task-related issues with minimal supervision.
Licenses or Certificate
Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted Was