Director, Engagement

About the Liliʻuokalani CenterThe Liliʻuokalani Center (LC) is a comprehensive demonstration project powered by Liliʻuokalani Trust’s Youth Development initiatives. The Center will provide kamaliʻi with access to an array of multi-disciplinary programs focused on creativity, play, technology, and leadership and will be comprised of a variety of learning spaces furnished with innovational resources and equipment for each of the different disciplines for beneficiaries to explore and develop skills, knowledge, and talent. Job PurposeThe Director, Engagement will guide and oversee the design, development, and implementation of innovative and diverse youth programming for the Liliʻuokalani Center. In collaboration with the Managing Director, Youth Programs, this position will be responsible for developing and nurturing a network of internal and external partners to engage in active programming that is culturally-competent, trauma-informed, impactful, and enriching. The Director, Engagement will also develop and maintain a network of experts, educators, and coaches to support LC’s program implementation and delivery throughout the year. This role is responsible for setting expectations, goals, and success measurements to evaluate the progression and effectiveness of all LC programs.  Essential Responsibilities Youth ProgrammingReports and works collaboratively with Managing Director, Youth Programs , and co-leadership team.Maintains operation of all programs and services for LC with excellence, low barrier access, and safe environment for all kamali’i, staff, and participant community (kupuna, teaching artists, coaches, and peers). Provides direction for innovative, high-quality programs, with a trauma focus, low barrier access, and developmentally appropriate.Directly supervises managers for Olino Pathways (technology, entrepreneurship, arts, and sports), Supportive Services (education, financial stability, and wellness), and Partnerships.Designs and supports Lili’uokalani Center (LC) in developing and maintaining strength based, culturally grounded, innovative, high-quality programs, maintaining a trauma and developmentally appropriate focus.Strengthens supportive services in education, financial stability, wellness focused on socio emotional supportEngages and vets local and national partnerships as a network of support for kamali’i. Strategic Management and AdministrationRecruits, oversees and leads a team of professionals to deliver high quality and impactful youth programs for LC. Cultivates and nurtures inclusive presence of kamali’i voice and leadership in shaping and maintenance of state of the art, culturally rich programs.Mentors continuous trauma focused, safe-caring, growth mindset and collaborative environment for teammates through professional development opportunities, staff meetings, and support of direct reports.Maintains schedule and curation of activities and events for the Center’s operation.Oversees budgeting, implementation, evaluation, and reporting for LC programs.Supports records and data into a database, for the purpose to design and evaluate outcomes and impact analysis of programs. Collaborates with Research and Evaluation in the review of analyses and projections that can be incorporated in strategic decision making. Utilizes data and reports to update and inform leadership of emerging issues resulting in clear audits and positive reviews from Court Master.      OtherContributes to LT’s success through collaboration, communication, and knowledge-sharing with all teammates to improve team and organizational results. Performs other duties as needed and assigned. QualificationsBachelor’s degree in education, curriculum development, business, technology, or other related field. Master’s degree, desirable. 5 years of experience working with youth preferred. 3 years preferred managing a high performing team.Experience managing complex projects or programs in education, multimedia technology, application development and new learning technologies.Experience in business/project management or equivalent functional area . At least 1 year in supervisory/leadership capacity. Capacity to perform frontline work in different settings (schools, public spaces, office, distressed communities, etc.)  Proficiency working with MS Office Suite. Experience working in a MAC environment is helpful. Valid State Driver’s License  LC strongly believes in hiring individuals reflective to the community it serves, including lived experiences, striving for representative diversity among its staff.   Key Required CompetenciesStrategic Thinking: Possesses advanced knowledge and experience in organizational strategic planning, implementation and evaluation.Leadership: Demonstrates advanced knowledge, understanding of leadership and management principles and practices.Mission Focus: Possesses advanced knowledge and understanding of the challenges and opportunities relating to LT’s mission.Technical Skill:  Knowledge of education; child development; planning and designing curricular programs. Communication: Communicates clearly complex issues, both verbally and in writing.  Is an effective public speaker. Works well and communicates effectively and professionally with aloha, among all levels of the organization and the public.Ethical Practice: Models the highest level of ethics, integrity, LT values and social responsibility.Relationship Management: Demonstrated experience working with staff at all levels in a highly complex, collaborative, environment; commitment and ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationshipsInterpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under-pressure, remain calm and controlled when faced with difficult situations.  Strives for immediate address. Organization CompetenciesAlignment with Queen’s legacy:  Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani’s story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff’s commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families, and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one’s work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served. Hoʻomau i ka ʻImi Naʻauao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement.  Hoʻike i na Manaʻo Pono (Effective Communication):  Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action.   Noʻonoʻo Loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information, develops, and supports fact-based analyses and recommendationsHoʻokumu Aʻe  or ʻImi Hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving. Pilina Hoʻohana a me ka Hana Hilinaʻi (Building Relationships and Creating Trust):  Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward.Alu Like i ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives.Hoʻonui i ka ʻIke (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others.  Travel RequirementsIn alignment with our organizational competencies of Alu Like i ka Hana (Teamwork) and Hoʻomau i ka ʻImi Naʻauao (Continuous Learning and Improvement), this position will require occasional travel across the island, inter-island, and out-of-state depending on the needs of the team and the organization. While travel may not always be a need, the ability to travel when required remains a crucial aspect of this position to successfully contribute to our concerted efforts to carry out our Queen’s legacy. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time  Job Title: Director, Engagement Reports To: Managing Director, Youth ProgramsFLSA Status: ExemptAligned Executive: Vice President and Chief Program OfficerKipuka: Liliʻuokalani CenterDepartment: Youth Programs  Mental and Physical Demands: Ability to lift 25lbs pounds. Requires frequent sitting, bending, standing. Terms and Conditions of Employment - As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT’s policies and procedures.