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

The University of North Dakota seeks a qualified consultant to assist with the Native Veteran Coalition and “Stand‑Down” expansion under the Native American Programs Partnership III (NAPP III). The effort will focus on growing a coalition of Native veterans and enhancing stand‑down events that provide critical services to veterans experiencing homelessness or other hardships. The contractor will be expected to develop strategic plans, coordinate stakeholder engagement, and deliver actionable recommendations to support program scalability and effectiveness. • Provide strategic consulting to expand the Native Veteran Coalition across targeted communities. • Design, plan, and support “Stand‑Down” events, including logistics, partner outreach, and service delivery frameworks. • Conduct needs assessments, produce reports, and present findings to UND leadership and relevant tribal partners. • Offer guidance on culturally appropriate practices and integration with existing NAPP III initiatives. • Deliver a final comprehensive work plan and performance metrics for ongoing program evaluation.