Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to jnguyen@rappahannocktribe.org. This posting will remain active until the opportunity is filled.

1. Cultural Stewardship and Conservation: o Foster and practice river stewardship using traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) to maintain the health of the river and surrounding environments. o Work with the tribe and other conservation partners to ensure traditional knowledge is preserved and shared through stewardship activities. o Develop, lead, and manage educational and conservation activities and programs. 2. Youth Education and Community Engagement: o Develop and implement culturally focused environmental education programs for youth, teaching them about the river’s history, ecology, and traditional practices. o Lead hands-on educational experiences, such as river clean-up days, manufacturing traditional traps and snares, or sustainable fishing workshops, where youth learn to interact with the river and its resources responsibly. o Engage youth and community members in river restoration projects, including habitat restoration, tree planting, and invasive species management, while incorporating cultural teachings into the process. o Educate participants on the traditional practices of restoring the land and water, emphasizing the spiritual interconnectedness of all living things. o Strengthen relationships with community members, schools, and local organizations by organizing cultural and environmental events that celebrate the river and its significance to the community. Primary Roles and Responsibilities o Act as a liaison between traditional knowledge holders, environmental organizations, and government agencies to ensure the river’s cultural and ecological needs are met. o Lead community workshops on the importance of cultural practices in environmental conservation and sustainability. 3. River Monitoring and Restoration: o Participate in monitoring the health of the river, utilizing traditional methods alongside modern tools to assess water quality, wildlife, and habitat conditions. o Incorporate indigenous cultural practices, such as sustainable fishing, water management, and plant gathering, into conservation efforts. o Work in collaboration with our Environmental and Natural Resources Department to support restoration projects.

Rappahanock Tribe

The Traditional River Steward will lead educational initiatives focused on Indigenous environmental conservation practices, emphasizing the vital role of traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) in protecting and sustaining local river ecosystems. Through engaging and interactive programs, the Steward will teach youth and community members about Indigenous approaches to environmental stewardship, sustainable land and water management, and the
deep cultural and spiritual connection to the river. The steward will also work with partners to facilitate and provide a forum for exchange of information on ecological principles, techniques, and values incorporating indigenous knowledge and the tenants of the environmental sciences.

Strong knowledge and experience in traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), indigenous beliefs and cultural practices, and river ecosystems. • Experience working with youth, particularly in educational or mentorship roles, and the ability to adapt learning methods to diverse cultural backgrounds. • Passion for integrating environmental stewardship with cultural preservation and sustainability. • Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with youth, elders, and community members in a respectful and inclusive manner. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with local communities, agencies, and organizations. Preferred Skills: • Familiarity with the specific river system or Eastern Woodland practices and belief systems. • Experience with hands-on educational activities, outdoor programs, or environmental education. • Knowledge of local plant and animal species, as well as traditional land and water management practices. Qualifications Physical Requirements: • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. • Comfort with physical tasks, including walking, hiking, and leading outdoor educational activities. • Ability to engage in field-based activities like river monitoring, planting, and restoration projects.

Traditional River Steward 

· Conduct culturally tailored outreach, develop feedback channels, and support project development in Native American communities across the United States.

· Build and maintain respectful, trust-based relationships with Tribal Nations, Tribal councils, and community leaders to facilitate collaboration and mutual understanding.

· Provide early-stage technical assistance including sharing information about Climate United financing options and connecting projects to other funding sources such as philanthropy to projects in Tribal communities.

· Support the Investment team with feedback surrounding the design of financial products design specifically serving and targeting the needs of Tribal communities.

· Develop and implement strategies to ensure that outreach efforts are culturally sensitive and aligned with the traditions, values, and governance structures of different Tribal communities.

· Research best practices in Tribal engagement and share any evolving regulations, norms, and opportunities with the broader Climate United team.

· Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with Tribal organizations, nonprofits, and government entities to enhance outreach efforts and expand Climate United's presence in Native communities. · Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to understand the specific challenges and opportunities in Tribal communities related to clean energy adoption, and tailor outreach strategies accordingly.

· Develop and implement systems for tracking outreach activities and outcomes in Tribal communities. Analyze data to measure the effectiveness of outreach strategies and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.

· Collaborate with Tribal governments to navigate federal, state, and Tribal laws and regulations related to energy projects, ensuring compliance and respect for Tribal sovereignty.

· Develop and pilot innovative outreach programs tailored to the unique needs of Native communities, incorporating feedback from community stakeholders and adjusting strategies as necessary.

· Organize and facilitate community meetings, listening sessions, and educational workshops in Tribal communities to provide information on clean energy technologies and gather feedback on Climate United's programs.

•Advise Chief Community Officer and Director of Community on the development of Native investment strategy, supporting Climate United’s Native deployment goals.

•Provide technical expertise for prospective investments benefitting Native Communities.

•Support early stage due diligence and deal structuring of projects benefiting Native Communities, in partnership with Investment teams

Other: · Support the cross-functional work of the Community Team, which includes impact measurement and management, capacity building, pre-development grantmaking, as well as stakeholder engagement and communication.

· Be a positive contributor to our high-performing, self-starting, no-ego, mission-driven culture.

· Engage with colleagues on the team and across the organization on special projects as needed.

· Be flexible and responsive to new opportunities as they arise.

Climate United 

Climate United will use funding from the EPA under the Inflation Reduction Act to rapidly deploy low- and zero-emission products, technologies, and services to all American communities in order to (1) reduce GHG emissions and other forms of air pollutants; (2) bring direct benefits to American communities in the form of energy security, energy savings, cleaner air, and quality jobs; and (3) transform the capital markets so they can drive an equitable clean energy transition at scale. Visit Climate United (weareclimateunited.org) for more information. Climate United will focus its investments in Distributed Power Generation and Storage, Building Decarbonization and Electric Transportation. Calvert Impact, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (“Calvert Impact”), is the sole member of Climate United. The successful candidate will be employed by Calvert Impact or one of its subsidiaries.

The mandate of the Community team at Climate United is to create effective on-ramps for underserved communities for Climate United products and services, ensuring an equitable clean energy transition. This team will ensure that Climate United reaches its equity goals (60% invested in Low-Income and Disadvantaged Communities; 20% rural communities; and 10% in Native communities) through effective community engagement and accountability strategy. The team will center beneficiaries in our program and product design, create and maintain relationships with trusted community infrastructure for capital deployment, and create community feedback loops to both listen and iterate based on shared learning.

· 5+ years of experience working in community organizing, lending, economic or environmental justice, or a related field, particularly within Native American communities. · Deep understanding of Tribal governance structures, sovereignty issues, and the historical and cultural contexts of Native American communities.

· Exceptional public speaking and presentation skills, with experience presenting to diverse audiences including Tribal councils, community members, government officials, and industry stakeholders.

· Strong strategic planning and organizational skills, with experience developing long-term outreach strategies and aligning them with broader organizational goals.

· Demonstrated cultural competence and experience working with diverse populations, particularly within Native, low-income, and rural communities.

· Experience navigating federal, state, and Tribal regulatory environments related to energy projects.

· Passionate about the mission and work of Climate United, Calvert Impact, and our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

· Has a well-rounded set of professional skills and is comfortable in an entrepreneurial, flat working environment.

· Has a customer service orientation (respectful, responsive) in all aspects of work, including with internal and external people and partners.

· Is a self-starter and can drive large and complex projects and programs from start to finish in coordination with a broader team.

· Is proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and is systems-minded.

· Is intellectually curious, combined with a good sense of humor, high integrity, and team orientation (“We” vs “I” mentality).

· Is an effective and respectful communicator and listener, both orally and in writing, with strong proficiency in English (fluency in one or more Native languages is a bonus, but not required).

· Has a positive, “can-do” attitude focused on implementing solutions.

· Is willing to travel up to 25%, including a variety of conferences and engagements with Tribal and local communities.

· Knowledge of lending experience as it relates to clean energy technologies (such as solar, wind, and energy storage) and their applications in Tribal settings.

· Experience working directly with Tribal Nations on economic development, energy projects, or sustainability initiatives.

Senior Officer, Outreach (Tribal) 

Please send the completed Job Application to the following address or email:
Attn: Human Resource
Mi'kmaq Nation
7 Northern Road Presque Isle, Me. 04769
bdiamond@micmac-nsn.gov

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES (SKA) REQUIRED: Some aspects of this job may change over time according to the Tribe’s needs.
1. Will provide direct services to include:
a. Crisis Intervention
b. Safety Planning
c. Emergency Shelter
d. Safe housing and related Assistance
e. Confidential/Unconditional Support
f. Referrals to appropriate tribal and community service providers
g. Social Services Advocacy
h. Court Advocacy including: protection orders, filing for divorce, filing for parental rights and responsibilities, criminal proceedings, and all other appropriate legal remedies.
i. Women’s Support Group
j. Confidential Phone Line
k. Outreach
2. Maintain a secured office for the Domestic Violence Center where clients can meet with the advocate in a confidential manner and maintain their anonymity.
3. Will provide outreach to and meet with victims of domestic violence outside of the program’s office.
4. Maintain a separate confidential phone line with answering machine.
5. Coordinate and chair a Domestic Violence Task Force and participate in the Aroostook County Domestic Violence/ Sexual Assault Task Force.
6. Produce and distribute outreach materials.
7. Develop all necessary recordkeeping forms.
8. Maintain confidential records.
9. Compile statistics for funding agencies.
10. Report to finding agencies as required.
11. Provide funding sources and write grant applications.
12. Provide Domestic Violence Training/Education.
13. Supervise staff that may be added to the Domestic Violence Advocacy Center.
14. Participate in the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence to better serve battered women and their children.
15. Attend funding agency mandated trainings/conferences.
16. Attend meetings, workshops and trainings that will enhance the director’s ability to perform his/her job.
17. Member of the Tribal Child Protection Team.
18. Provide in-house staff trainings on confidentiality, crisis intervention, workplace domestic violence and others as needed.
19. Be on-call 24 hours per day and will delegate other staff as needed.
20. Be on-call for crisis intervention on a rotating schedule as assigned.

Mi'kmaq Nation

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Director of the Mi’kmaq Nation Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocacy Center is responsible for providing support and assistance to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating and stalking abuse.

EDUCATION (AND PERTINENT EXPERIENCE): Minimum years of college, preferably in the field of Social Services, Women’s Studies or Criminal Justice or 3-5 years’ experience as an advocate/court advocate for victims of
domestic violence.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS: Must possess a valid driver’s license

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must possess a valid driver’s license and posses the ability to be insured.
2. Must pass 3 background checks.
3. Good oral and written communication skills.
4. Familiarity with local community resources and Native American Culture.
5. Possess administrative, organizational and grant writing skills.
6. Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
7. Ability to work a flexible 40-hour week with night and weekend work required on an as needed basis.
8. Willingness to travel in and out of the State of Maine,
9. Availability to be on call 24hours/7 days per week.

Domestic Violence Director 

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