The NAIHC is disappointed that President Trump called into question the Native American Housing Block Grants funding in his signing statement for the FY17 appropriations bill. Tribal programs are rooted in the United States' trust responsibilities and treaty obligations towards Indian Tribes and Native Americans. These programs are not based on race or ethnicity but rather on the centuries-long political relationship between Tribes and the United States. We look forward to working with the Administration and Congress to ensure that tribal programs, and particularly those that help provide safe, affordable housing in Indian Country, are adequately funded and managed effectively.

NAIHC Executive Director Tony Walters and United Tribes Technical College (UTTC) President Leander McDonald have signed a Memorandum of Agreement that will allow participants receiving training at select NAIHC workshops to also gain Continuing Education Units from the UTTC Office of Extended Learning. This is exciting news that will enhance tribal housing professionals credentials and skillsets. More information will become available as the details are finalized, and UTTC representatives will be on hand at the NAIHC AMERIND Annual Convention and Tradeshow to explain how you can take advantage of this opportunity.

Registration is not open!

You will not need to fill out the form:

If your tribe has no changes to report to the reservation or off-reservation trust land boundary that the Census Bureau has on file for them, please email [email protected] or [email protected].

You will need to submit the survey, if your tribe meets any of the below criteria, please have the tribe fill out the annual response form online.

The AHEAD Program supports targeted economic development projects and non-AHP-eligible housing initiatives that create or preserve jobs, deliver social services, training or educational programs, or other services and programs that benefit low- and moderate-income communities. AHEAD grants are awarded through members to community groups annually.

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AHEAD Program Webinar: Tuesday, May 16, 9:30-11:00 am PDT

Deputy Director position in Washington DC

 

The National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) is seeking to fill the full-time position of Deputy Director for the national office in Washington, DC. This high-level position serves as a senior leader on organizational operations and reports directly to the Executive Director. The position directs all aspects of the organization's administrative services and operations in support of NAIHC.

 

This position supervises administrative personnel and coordinates departmental administrative personnel for general clerical, financial and administrative support activities; assures that good customer service is provided from support staff through proper training and mentoring; works closely with the Executive Director for planning, budgeting, member services, management and grant management. The Deputy Director is responsible for procurement and contracting services and for the development, implementation and monitoring of written policies governing NAIHC. The Deputy Director works closely with the Executive Director to ensure that the program, events and financial objectives of NAIHC's strategic plan are met. This position provides support in the areas of grant writing, program compliance, statistical analysis, project/program development, technical assistance, and facilitates collection and analysis of membership data including periodic membership needs assessment.

 

Minimum candidate qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or related field; Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in non-profits, including experience in non-profit finance, internal controls, policy, human resource management, program development, and event planning. Must possess excellent supervisory and planning skills ; strong written and oral communication skills.

 

Candidates should send their resume and cover letter to [email protected] . Please place "Deputy Director" in the subject line. For more information on NAIHC visit www.naihc.net . Position will be open until filled.

 

Deadline: Open until filled

Program Assistant position in Washington DC

 

The National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) is seeking to fill the full-time position of Program Assistant. This Program Assistant position will focus on NAIHC's training and technical assistance activities (T/TA) and general office administration.

 

The position coordinates day-to-day processes for NAIHC T/TA programs. This includes collecting, maintaining and organizing all program database records and files including student attendance, examinations, certificates and scholarship applications ; updating NAIHC website with timely, accurate information and forms for all program events and programs ; assisting in the preparation of program reports by gathering statistical information in fulfillment of program reporting requirements. The position is also responsible for providing printed promotional materials related to programs, products and services for distribution ; coordinating travel; providing instructors with materials including registration list; assisting with reconciliation of tuition fees, membership payments, credit cards and other program transactions; reviewing expense reports and payables submitted by field staff and consultant invoices for accuracy and required documentation of products and services delivered. The position drafts all correspondence to students who complete all requirements for PIHM and coordinates all logistics for recognition of students at NAIHC events.   The position also d rafts RFP's for presenters and consultants and coordinates the selection process and timeline .

 

General office duties will also include logging and distributing incoming mail and preparing mailings; participating in staff meetings, retreats, strategic planning sessions, and organizational meetings; and procuring resources, services and supplies to meet NAIHC office needs. The position will also cross train with other NAIHC staff, to provide back-up assistance to other Program Assistant positions.

 

Candidate skills required include: Bachelor's degree in business, social services or related field; Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in non-profits, including experience in grant and program support ; strong knowledge of computer systems , possess excellent customer service skills ; strong written and oral communication skills. This position requires a highly organized individual with time-management, accuracy, web and desktop publishing skills.

 

Candidates should send their resume and cover letter to [email protected] . Please place "Program Assistant" in the subject line. For more information on NAIHC visit www.naihc.net . Position will be open until filled.

In Accordance with 1000.336(d), tribes must submit Census challenges to HUD by March 30, 2017 for consideration for the FY 2018 IHBG Formula allocation. This year, tribes/TDHEs may be notified of their Needs data by June 1, 2017 or later. As such, a Census Challenge Waiver has been issued.

Deadline June 1, 2017. 

Hotel/Meeting Venue 

Nashville Music City Center

201 5th Avenue South

Nashville, Tennessee 37203

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NAIHC offers sponsorship opportunities at various levels for companies, tribes, and other organizations interested in increasing their visibility at the NAIHC Convention. In addition to receiving recognition at the event and in our printed materials, event sponsors will have the opportunity to exhibit at our Trade Show and network with key people and organizations. We are also offering the opportunity to advertise in our Convention Program.

Once you've determined which sponsorship best suit your organization, please get in touch with us.

Time: 1:30pm EST 

More information needed:

                                                                                               

1.  Expand the Bureau of Indian Affairs Housing Improvement Program, ensure transparent application and evaluation process
2. Increase backing for "supportive services" for housing (to enable more wraparound housing services) and include, but not be limited to, relaxing restrictions on eligible activities
3. Direct Tribally Designated Housing Entity Grant eligibility for HUD Programs, such as HOME
4. Improved federal consultation processes and practices
5. Seeking a floodplain exemption similar to States and Public Housing have
6. Include case management in HUD/VASH Programs

Statutory change required:

 

1. NAHASDA Statute
2. Deliver Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) funds in accordance with NAHASDA, and to retain T/TA management within Office of Native American Programs (ONAP), not moved to HUD's Policy Development & Research (PD&R)
3. Extend the time for rebuilding demolished buildings

Refer to Funding Taskforce:

 

1. Increase Indian Housing Block Grant annual appropriations. Reasonable funding for Native American housing programs (NAIHC Resolution 2016-02)
2. Advocate for single agency source of funding for infrastructure and site development
3. Funding for homeless population programs
4. Allocate $100 million a year to tribes to combat methamphetamine issues throughout Indian communities

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERS

Wednesday June 28, 2017

Nashville, Tennessee

NOTICE OF BUSINESS MEETING -

In accordance with the Bylaws of the National American Indian Housing Council, the NAIHC Annual Meeting of the Members will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at Nashville Music City Center 201 5th Avenue South Nashville, Tennessee.

PROCESS TO CHANGE BYLAWS -

As required under Article XVIII of the NAIHC Bylaws, the bylaws may be altered, amended or repealed and new bylaws may be adopted by a resolution if at least thirty days written notice is given either by mail or facsimile to each voting member of intention to alter, amend or repeal or to adopt new bylaws at the meeting. This written notice must include the proposed bylaw amendment and is required to be delivered via mail.

RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION -

This allows time for draft resolutions to be copied in advance for distribution at the Members Meeting. Resolutions can be mailed to 122 C Street NW Suite 350 Washington, DC 20001 or emailed to [email protected]. Additional resolutions can be submitted to the membership from the floor during the NAIHC Business Meeting on Wednesday, June 28, 2016.

SUPERMAJORITY REQUIREMENT FOR RESOLUTIONS -

Any resolution proposed for a vote of the membership at a duly-called meeting will require an affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3rds) of the voting members present at any regular or special meeting of the members (Article XIX). Resolutions for consideration at the Members' Meeting should be submitted to the NAIHC Office in Washington, DC by 5:00 p.m. EST by Friday June 2, 2017.

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