Na Leo - Advisory Committee

Lili’uokalani Center (LC): Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT’s signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital supports and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams, including exploring pathways in the arts, sports, technology, and entrepreneurship while receiving wraparound support to help them reach their goals and become thriving adults. A primary function of LC will be to provide a space for young people to play, to learn, to find connection and inspiration, and to experience joy. Currently under construction, LC is set to open in Spring of 2025. Job Purpose Nā Leo o Kamaka’eha is an advisory council created to provide ʻYouth Voice’ for Lili’uokalani Trust’s (LT) upcoming Lili’uokalani Center (LC). The council’s kūleana (responsibility) includes gathering input from the community and their own lived experiences to help shape programming at LT and, more specifically, at LC. Nā Leo o Kamaka’eha strives to learn from and support kūpuna and the community. As the leaders of tomorrow, Nā Leo o Kamaka’eha aims to provide peer-to-peer mentorship across the paeʻāina through the development of statewide councils for each island.   Essential Responsibilities Provide input into programmatic and special design, drawing from council members’ lived experiences and perspectives. Work collaboratively with community youth to gather their ideas and input to help shape programming. Work collaboratively with other LT teammates, departments, and external partners to strengthen the impact of Nā Leo o Kamakaʻeha and other LT youth leadership programs. Conduct extensive research for project proposals for youth spaces and programs. Coordinate weekly meetings to ensure accountability and measure the progress of projects. Spearhead pilot programs aimed at engaging youth and foster integration between teams spread across the islands. Work closely with LT Teammates across kīpuka to develop and implement region-specific programming. In collaboration with LC Leadership, identify and cultivate relevant community partnerships. In collaboration with Pathways Coordinators and other teammates, identify local and national subject experts and best-in-class programs to learn from and partner with. Collaborate with state-wide teammates to create and facilitate opportunities for capacity building and learning for teammates, community members, and youth. Other duties: As deemed appropriate and necessary, support other programs within LT. Provide mentorship to Nā Leo o Kamakaʻeha Statewide Council. Facilitate weekly group meetings and conversations. Contribute to the Trust’s success by accepting new assignments, helping council members, learning new skills, and supporting the organization in achieving strategic goals.   Qualifications (preferred) Candidates with life experiences that are similar and relatable to those of the kamaliʻi we serve, are ideal. Previous participation in an LT Leadership, Kīpuka, or Statewide program. Must be active in the community and demonstrate alignment with LT’s values. Experience advocating for change.   Job Competencies   Aloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness. ‘Imi Na’auao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner. Po’okele: desire to perform in excellence. Wiwo’ole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset. Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and tools Kuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountability Collaboration: Ability to interact effectively with youth, community partners, and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of community resources and services Ethical Practice: Model the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, and social responsibility Uphold and embody all LT values. Communication: Clearly convey and receive information and ideas. Engage the listener and invite response and feedback. Demonstrate strong written, oral, and listening skills. Cultural Competence: Respect and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and sensitive to group differences. Experience working with at-risk youth and ability to apply positive youth development principles to that work. Relationship Management: Experience working with staff at all levels in a collaborative environment; ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationships. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure and to remain calm and controlled when faced with challenging situations. Travel Requirements: In alignment with our organizational competencies of Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork) and Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement), this position may require occasional travel across the island, inter-island, 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.   Organization Competencies   Alignment 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. Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement.  Ho`ike i na Mana`o Pono (Effective Communication):  Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action.   No'ono'o loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations Ho'o kumu a'e  or `Imi hakuhia (Innovation):  Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving. Pilina Ho`ohana a me ka Hana Hilina`i (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. Ho`onui I ka `Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others.   Mental and Physical Demands: Perform light physical work, including climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting weight of up to 25 pounds. Exposed to outdoor climate and diverse terrain.   Terms and Conditions of Employment As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT’s policies and procedures. SALARY RANGE ADVERTISED IS THE HIRING OR STARTING RANGE FOR THE ROLE.  Job Title: Nā Leo o Kamakaʻeha, Youth Council Member Reports to: Manager, Youth Leadership FLSA Status: Part-time (Up to 12 hours per week) Aligned Executive: Vice President & Chief Program Officer Kipuka: Lili’uokalani Center Department: Youth Leadership

Salary : $19 - $21