What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Research and Evaluation Specialist position at Lawelawe Training Inc.?
Who We Are
Lawelawe is a Native Hawaiian Owned Small Disadvantaged Business (NHO SDB) that specializes in providing a range of services to federal government clients, including program management, digital solutions, human capital and training, and medical staffing. Lawelawe leverages our NHO status to secure federal contracts that not only drive business success but also support our overall mission to uplift economically disadvantaged Native Hawaiian families and preserve the Native Hawaiian heritage.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate will support the development and implementation of the evaluation of the Kapapahuliau Climate Resilience Program. Strong candidates will have experience in program evaluation and research methods, focused on climate change adaptation and resilience, and experience with community engagement and facilitation.
Responsibilities
Lawelawe Training Services is an SBA Certified 8(a) Native Hawaiian Owned (NHO) SDB leveraging the capability and past performance of the Lawelawe family of companies. We were created to support the parent charity's nonprofit initiatives to uplift economically disadvantaged Native Hawaiian families and preserve the Native Hawaiian heritage. We specialize in performing: Program Management and Business Transformation; Human Capital and Training; Digital Solutions; and Medical Staffing, Healthcare and Health IT.
Here's What You Need
The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Candidates possessing the necessary qualifications for the position will be considered.
Lawelawe is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Notice to all Applicants
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a comprehensive background verification, inclusive of a criminal record check. Employment may be subject to other background checks, as required by the position.
Lawelawe is a Native Hawaiian Owned Small Disadvantaged Business (NHO SDB) that specializes in providing a range of services to federal government clients, including program management, digital solutions, human capital and training, and medical staffing. Lawelawe leverages our NHO status to secure federal contracts that not only drive business success but also support our overall mission to uplift economically disadvantaged Native Hawaiian families and preserve the Native Hawaiian heritage.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate will support the development and implementation of the evaluation of the Kapapahuliau Climate Resilience Program. Strong candidates will have experience in program evaluation and research methods, focused on climate change adaptation and resilience, and experience with community engagement and facilitation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with evaluation design and data collection planning
- Assist with report and presentation development
- Participate in team meetings as required
- Design, test, and implement various data collection materials for various data collection methods
- Lead and/or participate in meetings and site visits with Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs) and other stakeholders.
- Lead report development (e.g., Evaluation Design Report, Baseline Report).
- Lead the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation of the Kapapahuliau Climate Resilience Program.
- Oversee baseline data collection (including pilot testing of data collection approach).
- Collaborate with project team and client to ensure effective project management and coordination.
Lawelawe Training Services is an SBA Certified 8(a) Native Hawaiian Owned (NHO) SDB leveraging the capability and past performance of the Lawelawe family of companies. We were created to support the parent charity's nonprofit initiatives to uplift economically disadvantaged Native Hawaiian families and preserve the Native Hawaiian heritage. We specialize in performing: Program Management and Business Transformation; Human Capital and Training; Digital Solutions; and Medical Staffing, Healthcare and Health IT.
Here's What You Need
- This role has the ability to be remote but residence in Hawaii is required
- Experience in climate change adaptation and resilience, with a focus on program evaluation and monitoring.
- Experience working with Native Hawaiian Organizations
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to travel as needed to site locations semi-frequently.
The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Candidates possessing the necessary qualifications for the position will be considered.
Lawelawe is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Notice to all Applicants
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a comprehensive background verification, inclusive of a criminal record check. Employment may be subject to other background checks, as required by the position.