Project Director (MMDR Grant Funded)

JOB PURPOSE:

The Project Director will lead and oversee the development and implementation of the Murdered Missing Diné Relatives (MMDR) project, funded by the Navajo Nation. This position ensures successful execution of project goals, compliance with tribal and federal regulations, and serves as the primary liaison among stakeholders, funding agencies, and community partners.

This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all aspects of the MMNR Project, including planning, execution, and evaluation.
• Develop and manage budgets, timelines, and project goals.
• Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders, community partners, and funding agencies.
• Ensure compliance with tribal, federal, and organizational regulations.
• Supervise and coordinate the project team to achieve program objectives.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree or higher in Public Administration, Social Work, Indigenous Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in community-based or tribal initiatives.
• Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills.
• Experience working with Navajo communication or other tribal nations is preferred.

The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions, or transfers of individuals into this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of field of study.
• Knowledge of techniques and practices in field.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Skilled in operating computers and office machines.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to organize and express ideas, directions, and data in a logical sequence to describe a process or explain procedures such as how to perform a task to students.
• Ability to present materials effectively to individuals or groups.
• Ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
• Ability to oversee the work of personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the Navajo and English language.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently sits, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and squat.
• Use hands for dexterity of motion, repetitive movement of both hands.
• Have excellent auditory, visual acuity, and verbal communications skills.
• The employee must occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is typically performed within an office, or field.
• Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
• Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.