Grant Specialist – Conducts research; identifies and secures grant funding sources to support the mission and strategic priorities of the KIRC. The position will work with KIRC staff and community members in preparing grant proposals and coordinating project oversight to ensure compliance with grant requirements. Also, assists the Executive Director with the researching, cultivating and developing of funding opportunities.

The position requires an undergraduate degree and at least three (3) years of experience in grant writing and developing funding sources from Federal, State, Local, and private entities; implementing and managing grant funded projects; working with community groups that are stakeholders in the grant funded projects.

Must possess exceptional research, writing, and editing skills; able to manage multiple projects concurrently; and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

For a full position description and qualifications, please go to www.kahoolawe.hawaii.gov, click on Announcements and scroll to Employment.

Qualified candidates may submit a resume with a cover letter stating interest, salary history, and summary of grant proposals and awards via e-mail to cmlee@kirc.hawaii.gov or mail to:

Kaho’olawe Island Reserve Commission
Attn: Ka’onohi Lee-CONFIDENTIAL
811 Kolu Street, Suite 201
Wailuku, Hawai’i 96793