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Meet the Mana Maoli ʻohana! We are a Hawaiian non-profit serving thousands of youth across 23 schools and 4 islands, via our Mana Mele Project (Hawaiian culture-based music & multimedia services) and other mission-aligned projects. We also provide ʻEdu-tainmentʻ as time allows to our online followers (over 350k on FB/IG).
With a few of our staff being promoted and/or reduced to part-time hours, we seek 2 additional qualified, committed, and passionate team players, for the following positions, each of which could be part-time or full-time:
Hui Hoʻoulu Kumupaʻa - Alakaʻi or Kākoʻo - (Resource Development Team - Director or Assistant)
- Full-time - grant proposals and reports, donor development, and working with the Finance Director on budgeting and other tasks as needed
- Part-time - focus on grant proposals, and playing a support role on additional duties noted above, as time allows
- Alakaʻi position would take the lead in the above duties, Kākoʻo position would assist
JOIN US – Your behind the scenes support in resource development is critical to sustaining our year-long classes, kanipila, schoolwide concerts, mobile studio recordings, film shoots, public events and more. JOIN US in being among those who are blessed to be doing work that we believe in and are passionate about - supporting our Native Hawaiian and low-income, at-risk youth.
About Mana Mele:
All available positions are primarily or entirely in support of the Mana Mele Project, which teaches Mana Maoliʻs ABCs (Academics, Business, and Culture) through Music and/or Multimedia across a diverse range of genres and styles. We serve K-12 youth, as well as alumni and college interns, across 4 islands and 23 partner schools, including all 15 Hawaiian-focused public charter schools.
Read below for details, such as job duties and minimum/preferred qualifications.
The Resource Development Team primarily aims to secure and sustain support for our Mana Mele Project, which teaches Mana Maoliʻs ABCs (Academics, Business, and Culture) through Music and/or Multimedia across a diverse range of genres and styles. We serve K-12 youth, as well as alumni and college interns, across 4 islands and 23 partner schools, including all 15 Hawaiian-focused public charter schools
Hui Hoʻoulu Kumupaʻa - Alakaʻi OR Kākoʻo (Resource Development Team - Director or Assistant)
Kuleana - Grant / Contract Procurement, Administration, and other Duties:
- Manage projects by maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on grant activities, beginning with pre-submission and continuing through post-award for compliance and reporting purposes or status updates.
- Collaborate with Mana Maoli staff in the development of grant proposals, providing draft program and budget narratives and other documents as needed.
- Develops and maintains a database of grant documentation for historical reference and compliance purposes, ensuring the confidentiality and security of grant records
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of grant regulations and guidelines, including federal Uniform Guidance and the specific requirements of each grantor
- Provide monitoring, consultation, and technical assistance in partnership with the Finance Director to ensure compliance with the federal, state, and funder Uniform Guidance and other specific funder-related restrictions throughout the grant lifecycle
- Participate in implementation, improvement, and oversight of organization policies and procedures, with an emphasis on creating efficiencies
- Professionally represent Mana Maoli in interactions, both verbal and written, with partners, funders and staff
- Provide excellent customer service and respond in a timely fashion to inquiries from Mana Maoli staff, donors, and other stakeholders in regard to Human Resource-related and other inquiries
- Works on other projects as assigned by the Finance Director
Minimum Requirement for Alakaʻi position:
⋅ 5 years of relevant experience in grants management, grant writing, budgets, and compliance.
⋅ BA degree
Minimum Requirement for Kākoʻo position:
⋅ 1 year of relevant experience in grants management, grant writing, budgets, and compliance.
⋅ At least 2 years of post-secondary education
Minimum Requirements for both Alakaʻi and Kākoʻo positions:
⋅ Ability to develop and implement short- and long-term goals and plans.
⋅ Ability to carry out multiple activities/projects concurrently.
⋅ Commitment to Mana Maoli’s mission, vision, and core values.
⋅ Strong commitment to cooperative teamwork.
⋅ Ability to work with a diverse range of individuals in a fast-paced environment.
⋅ Ability to handle confidential material and situations with sensitivity, tact, and the utmost discretion.
⋅ Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
⋅ Proficiency in the use of computers and grant-related and other software applications and search mechanisms.
⋅ Excellent writing, communication, proofreading, editing, and organizational skills.
⋅ Strong organizational and calendar-driven time management skills focused on details and meeting deadlines.
⋅ Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build, foster, and maintain positive professional relationships with a wide range of colleagues and other constituencies.
Preferred Qualifications
⋅ Experience working with Hawaiian and/or nonprofit organizations.
⋅ Experience with federal grants, including federal grant regulatory compliance requirements.
⋅ Grounding in Hawaiian language, culture, and values
⋅ Familiarity with and success in the complex environment of a Hawaiian culture-based nonprofit.
⋅ Familiarity with the philanthropic priorities of various foundations interested in education, arts & culture.
⋅ Familiarity with GiveButter software and integrations is a plus.
A few things that apply to all staff positions:
1. Compensation varies greatly based on relevant experience and skills. Many applicants prefer to discuss this topic if they make it to the final round, which definitely works on our end. At the same time, if youʻd like to know the likelihood that we can match your current or most recent pay rate before accepting a 1st-round interview, feel free to share that rate upfront with your resume, cover letter, and requested information for your position. We’ll take a look and do our best to get back to you within a week.
2. Our selection process is not normal. For example, to come out on top for any given position, we run you through the wringer – those who advance past the initial interview (30-60 minutes) are invited to a scenario exercise (up to 2 hours). If you advance further, we mahalo you with gift cards, because it's another round each of interviews and scenario exercises, and reference checks for the top 3 candidates. It's awesome to help both you and us determine the best fit, but if you are unable to invest that amount of time to determine if we are a fit for you, we understand!
3. A majority of work can be done remotely. Staff positions (20-40hrs/week) do include in-person meetings/work sessions averaging once a week, and/or being onsite at the schools, film shoots, kanipila (jam sessions), etc as needed.
To apply:
1) For the position(s) you are interested in, check to see if you meet the minimum qualifications.
2) If you do, email recruitment@manamaoli.org – in the subject heading, please enter the position(s) you are applying for, followed by your name.
3) Attach a resume and cover letter, which can speak to why you are applying and any skills/experiences that show your qualifications for the position(s) you are applying for, especially if not evident in your resume.
4) What is your typing speed?
5) Please give an honest self-assessment of your strength in the following – from 1 (no experience/skills) to 10 (just a notch shy of perfect):
a) Google Docs
b) Google Sheets/Excel
c) Asana or equivalent Task Management Software
d) Event Planning/Implementation
6) Look closely for anything else we ask you to provide or respond to, based on the position(s) you are applying for.
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