Job Description
Work Innovation ManagerThe Work Innovation Manager is responsible for the design, development and implementation of Native Hawaiian youth-centered programming that supports career readiness, workforce development, and entrepreneurial thinking for participants ages 1224. Housed at the Lili?uokalani Center (LC), this role coordinates accessible, relevant, and engaging opportunities that empower youth to explore personal strengths, identify meaningful career and entrepreneurial pathways, and build practical life and business skills. The manager collaborates with the Life Readiness team, other LC '?lino Pathways, community partners, and industry professionals to lead practical programming that prepares K?naka Maoli youth for future success in Hawai?i and globally.Lili?uokalani Center programs are designed to engage youth 12 - 24 in the spectrum of adolescent development, providing kamali?i spaces, programming, and resources while creating a hub for youth co-development. Core to the LC program framework is the focus on centering Native Hawaiian youth voice around culture and connection in Hawai?i while promoting healing for early experiences that have created dissonance, challenge, or trauma. Events, activities and multi-week programs are designed to support kamali?i in deepening their awareness, discovery and understanding of a positive culture, identity, community, and place while progressing through learning and development during their transition to adult roles.Essential ResponsibilitiesPartner with Life Readiness Director and team to design a robust suite of creative, innovative programmatic offerings that meet current and future trends in workplace skillsWork collaboratively with LC and LT leadership to increase program integration, ensuring that wraparound supports are built into all programming to meet individual needs based on education, history, and healthHire, train, and manage new and existing teammates, as appropriate.Lead teammates by modeling design thinking and creative problem-solving methodologiesLead and co-lead workshops and programs as appropriate and necessaryManage relevant certification programs according to industry standards and competencies in Hawai'iServe as a point person for all workforce, youth employment, and entrepreneurship partnerships and opportunitiesEngage with state and local organizations focused on workforce development in Hawai'iIdentify, cultivate, and develop strong programmatic partnerships with local and national service providers, including potential colocation at LC as appropriateMonitor internal and external metrics related to strategic plan benchmarks for workforce developmentLead/Support forums and workshops exploring employment and entrepreneurship in Hawai'i and the PacificSpeak publicly about LC programming and assist with outreach and enrollment effortsDevelop a robust set of program offerings supporting participants in the development of an entrepreneurial mindset and the skills necessary to succeed as an entrepreneurIntegrate LT's Youth Advisory Committee, increasing opportunities for youth voice and youth leadership in the Life Readiness PathwayEnsure that programming emphasizes global citizenship balanced with deep understanding of Native Hawaiian culture, highlighting opportunities for learning and advancement for participants while also strengthening ties to local communitiesWork collaboratively with Life Readiness Director to ensure appropriate staffing and supervision of all program spaces; provide program coverage as necessaryParticipate in program planning, budget development, program iteration, and course/event evaluationOther duties:Contribute to the Trust?s success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and collaborating as we strive to attain the Trust's strategic goalsProvide transportation for organization related business, such as driving staff, beneficiaries and/or families to assigned destinationsParticipate in continuing education and training opportunities for professional developmentEvening and Saturday hours requiredOther duties as assignedQualifications:Bachelor's Degree (Graduate/MBA degree preferred) in field related to workforce/entrepreneurship programming for youth (business, finance, etc.)Understanding of Native Hawaiian culture, values, and history, with the ability to integrate these into programmingExperience with an organization focused on workforce development5+ years knowledge and experience with managing youth programs3 or more years managing program staffCompetency with employable skills software/platformsExperience with startup incubator and business development programsDeep knowledge of youth development and/or career counselingJob Competencies:Collaboration: Ability to interact effectively with youth, community partners, and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of community resources and servicesEthical Practice: Model the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, and social responsibility Uphold and embody all LT valuesCommunication: Clearly convey and receive information and ideas. Engage the listener and invite response and feedback. Demonstrate strong written, oral, and listening skillsCultural 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 workRelationship Management: Experience working with staff at all levels in a collaborative environment; ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationshipsInterpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure and to remain calm and controlled when faced with challenging situationsOrganization 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 improvementHo`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 recommendationsHo'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:Ability to lift 25lbs pounds.Requires frequent sitting, bending, standing, and movementTerms and Conditions of Employment:As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT's policies and procedures.
