Director, Native Partnerships

Core responsibilities:

• Develop and launch Camp Fire's comprehensive Native partnerships strategy to expand reach and impact in a way that honors Indigenous sovereignty, cultural values, and community-led approaches to youth development
• Cultivate authentic, trust-based relationships with Tribal leaders, councils, education directors, and community organizations, serving as Camp Fire's primary liaison to Tribal nations and Indigenous communities
• Design innovative service delivery models that can operate through existing Camp Fire affiliates and new partnerships with Native communities/organizations
• Foster a culture of service excellence, responsiveness, collaboration, and continuous improvement while serving as internal expert on Indigenous cultures, histories, and contemporary issues

This role creates positive change by launching Camp Fire's Native partnerships strategy to expand reach and impact in Indigenous communities through community-led programs, honoring Indigenous sovereignty and cultural values while addressing the organization's historical legacy of cultural appropriation.

Required qualifications:

• At least 7 years of experience within community-based organizations in indigenous communities
• Strong writing and communications skills, including ability to adapt to various communications styles
• Ability to build meaningful relationships based on trust and follow through on commitments
• Experience in program design, program delivery, or client services
• Demonstrated interest in youth development, outdoor and camp experiences, inclusion and belonging, and/or stakeholder engagement

No specific compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description.

Camp Fire is an inclusive national youth development organization founded in 1910 that connects young people to the outdoors, to others, and to themselves through safe spaces where young people can have fun and be themselves, with programs customized to meet the needs of youth, their families, and their local community.