Native Veteran Coalition and Stand Down Expansion ( NAPP III ) Consultant

2026-11-03

1 . North Dakota Native Veterans Coalition Development The Consultant will provide expert guidance and technical assistance to support the formation and development of the North Dakota Native Veterans Coalition that will include : Advising the NAPP III team on coalition structure , roles , governance models , and operating procedures appropriate for Native Veteran initiatives . Assisting in the development of a written coalition charter and supporting operating framework . Providing guidance on coalition membership , including identification of appropriate partners and engagement strategies . Supporting the NAPP III team in the planning and coordination of up to four ( 4 ) virtual coalition meetings during the grant period , including participation in meetings as requested . 2 . Native Veteran Stand Down Planning and Coordination The Consultant will support planning and implementation activities related to the annual Native Veteran Stand Down event ( s ) that will include : Providing consultation and implementation support to NAPP III team during planning and coordination of the annual Native Veteran Stand Down event . Participating in bi - weekly Stand Down planning calls during active planning periods . Assisting with outreach and engagement strategies targeting Veterans , tribal partners , and service providers . Supporting development of event schedules , agendas , partner roles , and logistical planning . Providing on - site participation and support at the annual Native Veteran Stand Down event , as coordinated with NAPP III team . 3 . Native Veteran Stand Down Facilitation Guide and Toolkit ( Roadmap ) The Consultant will collaborate with NAPP III team and partners to develop a Native Veteran Stand Down Facilitation Guide and Toolkit ( Roadmap ) to support replication , sustainability , and culturally responsive implementation of the Stand Down model that will include : Co - developing a concise , practical Facilitation Guide and Toolkit ( Roadmap ). Collaborating with the NAPP III team , Tribal Veteran Service Officers ( TVSOs ), and Veterans Affairs ( VA ) partners to ensure the guide includes , at a minimum : An overview of the Native Veteran Stand Down model and purpose . A phased roadmap outlining key planning stages , timelines , and milestones . Defined roles and responsibilities for TVSOs , tribal partners , community stakeholders , and service providers involved in planning , coordination , and implementation within their communities . Facilitation guidance for planning meetings , coordination calls , and event - day implementation . Practical tools and resources , including sample agendas , timelines , outreach considerations , and logistical checklists . Recommendations for best practices and lessons learned . Guidance on adapting the model to reflect tribal communities ’ unique cultures and traditions .

North Dakota

2026-05-12