Program Administrator - Business Scholars

The American Indian College Fund (College Fund) works to transform the lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives by supporting their higher education and career aspirations. We raise funds, provide scholarships, and offer holistic student support. Our work also includes programming, research, and capacity building at tribal colleges and universities (TCUs), all grounded in the belief that education is the answer. The Program Administrator – Business Scholars leads and implements the College Fund’s top business focused programming. This role is responsible for strategic development, implementation, oversight, and evaluation of initiatives that support Native student retention, persistence, and degree completion. The Administrator will manage the day-to-day tasks and programming oversight of four scholarships, budgets, build and sustain collaborative relationships with TCUs, national organizations, ensure strong program data collection, and reporting. This position requires expertise in business, a collaborative mindset, and a strong commitment to Native student achievement. The administrator will focus on working with scholars to help find them professional mentors, apply to at least one business graduate program, support retention, and uplift Native scholars into the business world. The role also supports major Student Success Services events and initiatives. The Team: Our Student Success Services team works to strengthen educational opportunities and long-term success for American Indian and Alaska Native students while supporting the missions of Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs). Through college access programs, scholar programming, scholarships, and grants for TCUs and partners, the team helps create pathways to higher education and encourages goals such as engaged tribal citizenship and being a good relative. What you’ll do: We are looking for an individual who is mission-driven, collaborative, organized, self-motivated, and results-oriented to support and advance American Indian and Alaska Native students within the business industry. We are searching for someone with a proven track record who can create, implement, and measure programming to support scholars obtaining a Business undergraduate and graduate degree. This role reports into the Senior Program Administrator of College Access and Success and is expected to travel no more than 30% of the time. This is an in-office Denver based position with some hybrid opportunities. Your Day to Day Program Oversight * Strategically manage the implementation of donor-funded college success and coaching programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. * Lead and support events and activities such as: * Scholar webinars, workshops, and presentations. * Plan, implement, and accompany scholar travel that is associated with scholarship * Manage assigned scholarship programming and oversee budgets to ensure responsible stewardship of funds. Student Success Coaching and Support * Provide strategic guidance cohorts, ensuring high-quality student engagement through individual and group outreach (e.g., texts, emails, check-ins). * Oversee program activities for Business scholars, providing holistic and culturally responsive academic and career support. * Ensure collaboration across departments (e.g., TCU Success, Career Readiness, Communications, Scholarships) to align services with scholar needs. Data Collection, Reporting, and Evaluation * Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of data related to Business scholarships. * Ensure accurate documentation and use of databases to track scholar activity, outcomes, and program effectiveness. * Collaborate with the Research & Evaluation and Program Administrator team to implement pre/post surveys and generate insights. * Provide timely reporting, including monthly program updates and an end-of-year impact report. * Use data insights for continuous program improvement. Strategic Partnerships and Collaboration * Develop and maintain strong working relationships with TCU staff, Native-serving organizations, and national college success entities. * Partner with the Scholarship Manager and Resource Development to design innovative program cohorts and address barriers to persistence and completion. * Stay current with research and best practices in student success coaching and Native student engagement. Note: This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. The Program Administrator may be assigned additional duties related to the role as needed to advance the College Fund’s mission. What You Bring: * Strong organizational and project management skills * Proficient in Microsoft Office and database systems * Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills * Strategic thinking and innovation in program development * Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines * Demonstrated cultural competence working with Native students and communities * Team-oriented with capacity for independent decision-making * Comfort with public speaking to varied group sizes * Willingness to travel occasionally * At least two years of experience working in a field related to student affairs and program implementation * Experience working with AIAN or underserved population college students and communities It’s a bonus if you also have: * MA in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or related field * Involvement and/or experience in student affairs, grant management, and program implementation. * Personal and/or professional lived experience in Indigenous communities What you’ll get: $54,900- $68,700 annually

The Program Administrator leads the implementation and oversight of business-focused programming, including managing scholarships, budgets, and student success initiatives. They are responsible for data collection, reporting, and building collaborative relationships with tribal colleges and universities to support Native student retention and degree completion.

Candidates must have at least two years of experience in student affairs or program implementation and demonstrate cultural competence working with Native communities. Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills are required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems.

• Project managementPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

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• Program management
• Strategic planning
• Data collection
• Reporting
• Student coaching
• Relationship building
• Budget management
• Public speaking
• Cultural competence
• Project management
• Microsoft Office
• Database management
• Collaboration
• Presentation skills
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Program Implementation
• Student Services
• Database Systems
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Higher Education Administration
• Self-Motivation
• Program Development
• Microsoft Access
• Research
• Data Analysis
• Management
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Data Collection
• Public Speaking
• Higher Education
• Innovation
• Intercultural Competence
• Interpersonal Communications
• Project Management
• Presentations
• Coaching
• Strategic Partnership
• Strategic Thinking
• Student Engagement
• Transitional Care
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Team Oriented
• Surveys
• Persistence

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Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week