Chicago American Indian Community Collaborative
Inquiry for Independent Contractor Consulting Services
About the CAICC: It is a network of Native American organizations and programs that
joined together in 2012 to collectively work on improving conditions for Native Americans
in the Chicago-area. A steering committee consisting of representatives from each
organization establishes the policies and procedures for CAICC. Its community agenda
however, is comprised of plans that were formed through a community wide planning
process involving all the stakeholders: organizations, individuals, families, etc. CAICC is
committed to maintain this “ground up” grassroots approach to community planning and
change.
Consulting Services Sought: The CAICC seeks the services of an independent contractor
consultant for a minimum of 6 months work averaging 20 hrs/week. Services to be
provided consist of the following:
- Facilitate and provide strategic support to steering committee and sub committees
to implement strategic plans - Coordinate group trainings
- Represent the CAICC at meetings with elected officials, allies, and other forums
- Create and manage budget
- Perform prospect research on foundation, corporation, and tribal grants
- Conduct all activities required to prepare, submit and manage grant proposals to
foundation, corporation and tribal grant sources - Develop reports to fiscal agent and funders
- Manage website
- Oversee retention of independent contractors, if any
- Perform additional services upon terms as mutually agreed upon
Desired Qualifications
- Deep understanding of Native American communities, cultures and processes
- Self-directed and able to handle multiple projects and responsibilities
- College degree or equivalent experience in not-for-profit management
- Experience with website management
- Successful experience writing grants
- Interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel locally; have reliable transportation
- Experience in organizing and developing community service programs
- Experience managing budgets
- Interest in multiple fields ranging from education, health, housing to cultural arts
Consulting Fee:
$500 per week
If Interested:
Send letter of interest, qualifications and three work related references (names & contact
information) to: jobs@mitchellmuseum.org with subject CAICC Search Committee or mail
to:
CAICC Search Committee
c/o Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
3001 Central Street
Evanston, Illinois 60201
Due Date: December 16th, 2015, or until filled.
