Hui o Ko’olaupoko Executive Director

BENEFITS: starting at .80FTE (32hrs/week) $30/hr, including medical, with opportunity to grow into full-time based on funding availability
LOCATION: Combination of tele-work and field-work
START DATE: October 5, 2020
 
Hui o Ko’olaupoko (HOK) is looking for a part-time Executive Director to provide overall strategic and operational management to further the organization’s mission of protecting ocean health by restoring the ‘āina: mauka to makai. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of ecosystem and natural resource management, grant writing and fiscal management skills, and an understanding of the cultural and environmental issues affecting the Ko’olaupoko moku. The Executive Director is supported by the current HOK Board of Directors and HOK staff including the Project Director, Outreach Coordinator, part-time Accountant and seasonal interns. Please visit our website to learn more about Hui o Ko’olaupoko http://www.huihawaii.org/
 
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote the Vision and Mission of Hui o Ko'olaupoko and act as a spokesperson for the organization
• Identify new funding sources and oversee the development of grant proposals, fundraising plans, and other vital program documents.
• Strong fiscal capacity to manage and maintain current funding sources and grant deliverables
• Establish positive relationships and collaborative arrangements with community stakeholders
• Foster a strong staff and volunteer team

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated expertise in water/environmental resource management or other closely related fields
• University degree in a related field
• Knowledge of leadership and management practices as they relate to non-profit organizations
• Strong administrative and operational management skills
• Strong communication skills with a variety of audiences
• Grant-writing experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 or more years of progressive management experience in an environmental sector organization
• Knowledge of Hawaiian ecosystems and Hawaiian culture

 
TO APPLY
Send a cover letter that details how your experience would allow you to further HOK’s mission as a non-profit organization in the Koʻolaupoko community. Detail the reasons for your interest in the position and how your background corresponds to the position requirements. Application packets must include: a cover letter, resume and a list of references with contact information. Please submit application packets to info@huihawaii.org by 5 P.M., Monday August 24, 2020.