Mission Edge is posting on behalf of Native Ways Federation
Position: Operations & Administrative Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Schedule: Full-Time
Job Type: Exempt, Salary
Location: Remote
Compensation: $55,000-$65,000 Depending on experience and qualifications
Benefits: Eligible for Benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, parental leave, and more
Start Date: Immediately
POSITION OVERVIEW
We recognize that we are all related, interdependent, and that our collective voice is powerful and
necessary to ensure a world where our future generations can thrive. We believe that Indigenous
knowledge and ways of being must guide us in developing and implementing solutions to address the
issues our communities currently face. Visit our website to learn more about our values.
We are seeking an Operations and Administrative Manager to support the day-to-day systems and infrastructure that allow Native Ways Federation to do its best work. Working closely with the Executive Director and across all staff, this position will manage the operational, technology, and administrative functions that keep NWF running � from vendor relationships and financial administration to IT systems.
We recognize that operations leadership in a growing nonprofit requires adaptability, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Native Ways Federation seeks a resourceful and organized leader who enjoys building systems, improving processes, solving problems, and creating the organizational infrastructure that allows our team and mission to thrive.
This role owns a wide range of organizational functions, including technology and systems administration, database and records management, board and executive support, and compliance. This position will take on increasing ownership of NWF's operational backbone to help ensure our organization remains stable, efficient, and well-positioned to grow its impact.
This role provides leadership across organizational operations, including technology and systems administration, financial administration, human resources coordination, board and executive support, compliance, and organizational infrastructure. As Native Ways Federation continues to grow, the Operations & Administrative Manager will play an essential role in strengthening organizational capacity, supporting staff success, and ensuring the organization remains efficient, resilient, and well-positioned for the future.
ABOUT US
In 2008, several national Native-led nonprofit organizations founded Native Ways Federation (NWF) to
activate and expand informed giving to nonprofits in Indian Country through donor education and
advocacy. In March of 2020, Native Ways Federation hired its current Executive Director and has since
grown to a team of six. Our active founding organizations (whose leadership makes up our Board) are:
American Indian College Fund, American Indian Science and Engineering Society, Association on
American Indian Affairs, First Nations Development Institute, National Indian Child Welfare Association,
and Native American Rights Fund.
Native Ways Federation is positioned at the forefront of change. Our relationships with Native-led non-
profits, philanthropy, philanthropy-serving organizations, and others allow us to influence and bridge
the gap between these stakeholders and disrupt the �business as usual� models embedded in this
Sector.
We recognize that everything and everyone comes into this world with gifts to contribute. We honor
those gifts by acting responsibly toward one another. For our employees, this means offering generous
and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance for individuals or families, paid
time off through personal time, retirement plan with employer contributions and matching, health and
wellness time, holidays, and 6 weeks of paid medical or family leave. We also offer professional and
cultural development opportunities to strengthen skills and cultural connections.
Learn more about joining our team at Native Ways Federation, including current openings, employee
benefits, and background on our organization at www.nativeways.org/careers
Native Ways Federation is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment
against current or potential employees.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Organizational Operations & Administration
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Develop, implement, and maintain operational policies, procedures, and organizational systems that support staff and organizational goals.
Financial Operations
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Assist with budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, grant documentation, and financial reporting processes.
Technology & Systems Management
Human Resources & Staff Support
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Coordinate benefits administration, payroll support, staff policies, and professional development logistics.
Other Duties
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor�s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, public administration, or another related field
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires extended periods of computer and screen use.
Occasional travel may be required for meetings and events in alignment with organization health and
safety policies.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit the following:
1. Up-to-date resume
2. Brief cover letter describing your interest and relevant experience
Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. American
Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians are strongly encouraged to apply.
