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Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) is a Tribal health organization committed to elevating the quality of life of the people we serve. At KANA, employees are more than staff—they are trusted partners in advancing innovative healthcare, strengthening communities, and improving the lives of Alaska Native people.

As the Business Planning Manager, you will play a key role in shaping KANA's future by leading strategic planning, organizational development, and service expansion initiatives. This is an opportunity to influence executive decision-making, collaborate across the organization, and help drive meaningful improvements that support KANA's mission and long-term vision.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7% employer contribution beginning in year two, paid regardless of employee contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• 80% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Access to 20+ medical plan options through federal OPM benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance at 2.5x annual salary
• AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Free membership to the KANA Wellness Center
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Leadership development and internal advancement opportunities
• Eligibility for IHS and NHSC loan repayment programs (role dependent)
• Potential temporary housing assistance for relocating employees, based on availability

The Business Planning Manager leads strategic planning, organizational development, service development, and continuous improvement initiatives across KANA. Working closely with Executive Leadership and department leaders, this position supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic initiatives that strengthen organizational performance and improve community impact.

This role serves as a strategic advisor and facilitator, helping transform organizational priorities into actionable plans while building strong partnerships with Tribal organizations, community stakeholders, government agencies, and healthcare partners.

• Lead organization-wide strategic planning and implementation initiatives.
• Partner with Executive Leadership to identify strategic priorities and organizational opportunities.
• Coordinate the planning, execution, and evaluation of strategic projects and organizational initiatives.
• Conduct market research, community needs assessments, and organizational analyses to support informed decision-making.
• Prepare business cases, feasibility studies, implementation plans, presentations, and executive reports.
• Support the development of new programs, services, and organizational partnerships.
• Lead organizational development and change management initiatives that improve collaboration, communication, and operational effectiveness.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, planning sessions, and cross-functional workgroups.
• Monitor strategic initiative progress, evaluate outcomes, and recommend improvements using organizational metrics and performance data.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Tribal partners, community organizations, funding agencies, healthcare organizations, and government entities.
• Promote continuous improvement and alignment with KANA's strategic plan across departments.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, Community Development, or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in strategic planning, organizational development, healthcare administration, program development, project implementation, service development, organizational improvement, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, facilitation, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, multidisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders.

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Professional certification in strategic planning, project management, business analysis, organizational development, change management, Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement.
• Experience working with Tribal organizations, healthcare systems, nonprofit organizations, or community development initiatives.

Successful Business Planning Managers are:

• Strategic thinkers who connect long-term vision with practical implementation.
• Collaborative leaders who build consensus across diverse stakeholders.
• Skilled facilitators who inspire teamwork and organizational alignment.
• Data-driven decision-makers who translate research into actionable recommendations.
• Effective communicators who influence through relationships rather than authority.
• Adaptable professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and manage multiple priorities.
• Passionate about strengthening organizations and improving community health outcomes.

KANA's standard full-time work schedule consists of 37.5 paid working hours per week, with 7.5 paid working hours per day plus a one-hour unpaid lunch break (8.5 hours on site each day).

KANA's work is guided by Courtesy, Caring, Respect, Sharing, and Pride. We seek leaders who embody these values while advancing strategic initiatives, fostering collaboration, and improving the quality of life for the communities we serve.

Life in Kodiak

Located on beautiful Kodiak Island, this position offers the opportunity to combine meaningful work with an extraordinary lifestyle. Enjoy world-class fishing, hiking, wildlife, and outdoor recreation while building lasting partnerships and helping shape the future of healthcare and community services in Alaska.