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  • Develops and maintains a database of grant documentation for historical reference and compliance purposes, ensuring the confidentiality and security of grant records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 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 regards to Human Resource-related and other inquiries
  • Works on other projects as assigned by the Finance Director

Minimum Qualifications for Alakaʻi position:

  • 5 years of relevant experience in grants management, grant writing, budgets, and compliance.
  • At least 1 year management experience, with direct reports/supervision experience

Minimum Requirement for Kākoʻo position:

  • 1 year of relevant experience in grants management, grant writing, budgets, and compliance.

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.

To apply:

1) For the position(s) you are interested in, check to see if you meet the minimum qualifications.

2) If you do, please fill out the following Google form: https://forms.gle/wbVwAPome2yn7tTk8

3) In the meanwhile, please let us know how you learned of this job opportunity – such as Craigslist, Indeed, Facebook, Instagram, referral from a Mana Maoli team member, etc

If you run into any issues with the Google form, please feel free to send your application via email to recruitment@manamaoli.org