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Partners in Development Foundation is one of Hawaiʻiʻs foremost local nonprofits, operating since 1997. We lead with our values of aloha and service, supporting some of our most vulnerable youth and families throughout the state with education and programs that build healthy, resilient families and communities. Weʻve served more than 128,000 family members in our 25 years of service (see pidf.org). This opportunity is a chance to work with and support a dynamic leadership team committed to making a difference in the lives of keiki and ʻohana. Explore the chance to join our team and contribute in a meaningful, rewarding, and positive work environment devoted to building a better Hawaiʻi for today and tomorrow.

Primary Purpose:

Provide support to Project Director and Kawailoa Evaluator in research implementation and data analysis related to opportunity youth.

Essential Duties:

• Support coordination of meetings/research logistics and research project implementation;
• Assist with research participant recruitment, including scheduling and follow up;
• Assist with qualitative data – e.g., key informant interview data collection, data management, data analysis, report writing (including data visualization and infographics);
• Assist with quantitative data – survey development, data collection, data management, data analysis, report writing;
• Develop and maintain communication resources, including dashboards;
• Conduct literature searches and reviews on relevant best practices and evaluative approaches;
• Assist with conference and/or manuscript preparation/submission, poster/presentation dissemination;
• Assist with training and professional development – curriculum development & refinement, coordinating activities, and implementation & evaluation;
• Maintain electronic files and folders with up to date documents and record of project milestones;
• Provide administrative support including scheduling, photocopying, scanning, filing, coordinating and/or documenting meetings.

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned.

Work Hours:

• 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or as otherwise determined by the supervisor;
• Position requires regular and predictable attendance;
• Some events on evenings or weekends at various times.

Working Conditions:

• Office and/or partner or program sites;
• Traveling in personal vehicle to and from program sites, meetings or events;
• Travel to the neighbor islands and U.S. continent may be required.

Mental, Physical and Communication Demands:

Mental:

• Positive, growth mindset;
• Consistent adherence to PIDF’s five core values that are used as a guiding force in the success of all of its programs;
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment;
• Analytical, critical thinking skills;
• Detail-oriented, proactive problem-solver;
• Ability to follow instructions, perform requested tasks and willingness to accept flexible assignments;
• Self-directed, able to work with minimum supervision;
• Take responsibility and ownership for successfully accomplishing work and the organization’s objectives and delivering results. Set high standards of shared performance for self and others;
• Actively demonstrate a commitment to support equity and inclusion, and serve as an advocate for colleagues, partners, and communities;
• Ensure work is thoughtfully completed, accurate, and error-free to the highest degree possible;
• Will be required to complete on-the-job training certifications in research ethics, code of conduct, and information protection and security.

Physical:

• Able to work on the computer for majority of work day;
• Able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds occasionally;
• Able to stand, sit, kneel and bend.

Communication:

• Exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program participants, staff and administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence;
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four year college or university in the Social Sciences, Public Health, Public Policy or Social Welfare or related field;
• One (1) year of progressively responsible work experience in related research;
• One (1) year of qualitative and/or quantitative research and data experience;
• One (1) year of experience working with community-based organizations, agencies and stakeholders in Hawai’i related to positive youth development and/or community health/development;
• Experience creating functional workbooks, tables, and charts in Excel;
• Familiarity with various research methods and related protocols;
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.);
• Must have access to a vehicle, have a valid driver's license, a safe and responsible driving record, and current no-fault auto insurance, with at least $100K in bodily injury liability per person and $25K in property damage liability.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in small group discussion facilitation and focus group interviews;
• Two to three (2-3) years of progressively responsible work experience in related research, and experience working in positive youth development or behavioral health services.

All positions require that the incumbent have no record of any crime against a child or other vulnerable person. We conduct periodic criminal background checks as a condition of employment.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Partners in Development Foundation is an EEO employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all applicants, employees and program participants. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Cindy Quach, HR Director
Address: 2040 Bachelot Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Telephone #: 808-348-4895

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocrfor the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• qualitative and/or quantitative research and data: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver's license (Required)

Work Location: In person