Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
About Forager Hill Consulting
Forager Hill Consulting collaborates with Indigenous Governments to champion the strong vision of Indigenous leaders and bring their resilience goals to life. Since 2020, we've been working alongside First Nations to implement effective strategies for climate adaptation, disaster resilience, and language and cultural revitalization. We believe in a holistic approach to resilience, offering a comprehensive set of services tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of each community. Our team of experienced professionals provides hands-on support in community planning, funding strategies, language revitalization and project management, ensuring that Indigenous communities have the resources and expertise they need to build a stronger future on their own terms.
Position Summary
Forager Hill Consulting is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Grants & Projects Coordinator to join our team. This position focuses on developing high-quality funding proposals and supporting the coordination and implementation of Nation-led projects in partnership with Indigenous governments and organizations, including initiatives identified through community climate action and adaptation plans. The Grants & Projects Coordinator will work closely with community leadership and internal team members to translate community priorities into compelling, fundable proposals and support project delivery through strong project management, coordination, and record-keeping practices.
This position is supported through a youth-focused funding opportunity, and applicants must be under 31 years of age to meet funding eligibility requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Meet with community leaders, administrators, and Forager Hill Consulting team members to understand community priorities, project goals, and funding needs.
- Research, track, and assess funding opportunities from government programs, foundations, and other funding bodies aligned with Indigenous-led community priorities.
- Lead the development of clear, compelling, and funder-aligned grant proposals and funding applications.
- Coordinate proposal development timelines, inputs, and approvals to ensure deadlines are met.
- Develop project budgets, workplans, and supporting documentation in collaboration with community partners.
- Support project management for funded initiatives in community climate adaptation and action plans, including renewable energy, food sovereignty, and climate mitigation, including tracking deliverables, timelines, and reporting requirements.
- Prepare and submit grant reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with funder expectations.
- Maintain organized records of funding opportunities, applications, awards, and reporting schedules.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Community Planning, Indigenous Studies, Environmental Studies, Geography, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in grant writing, funding coordination, or a related role.
- Demonstrated experience writing successful grant proposals for community-based or Indigenous-led projects.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple timelines and deliverables simultaneously.
- Excellent written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and clarity.
- Experience working with Indigenous governments and communities, or a strong understanding of Indigenous community development principles.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment, with occasional travel to rural and remote Indigenous communities.
Compensation
Contractor position, $30-$35 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
Location
Hybrid work in BC, Canada, with occasional travel to rural and remote indigenous communities required.
To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
