Overview
Executive Director Jobs in Lihue, HI at Kauai Philippine Cultural Center
Overview
ABOUT KAUAI PHILIPPINE CULTURAL CENTER
The Kauai Philippine Cultural Center (KPCC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is “to provide, promote and enhance cultural, economic, educational training and social programs as well as cross cultural exchanges in our multi-ethnic environment.”
POSITION SUMMARY
The Executive Director (ED) is the chief administrative and operating officer of the KPCC. The ED provides leadership, strategic direction, and day-to-day management to ensure the organization fulfills its mission.
The ideal ED will have strong leadership, strategic thinking, financial acumen, fundraising expertise, and exceptional communication skills. The ED will be aligned with achieving KPCC’s mission and have the ability to communicate the mission to donors and customers, build rapport, manage stress in a fast-paced environment, and navigate through change. Furthermore, the executive director will grow the KPCC’s revenue and expand the number of users, develop a membership program, and maintain a self-sustaining facility to shift management away from the KPCC’s board of directors and corporate officers.
Key Responsibilities
1. Organizational Leadership & Strategy
- Engage and report to the Board of Directors (Board). Implement the mission, vision, and strategic goals set by the Board
- Set goals and pivot when faced with adversity. Be able to provide timely and confident decision-making, especially in times of crises.
- Provide leadership in program development and community engagement
- Serve as the public face, spokesperson, representative of KPCC, building partnerships, managing external communications, engaging with the public and officials at events/meetings.
- Create, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with schools, cultural groups, nonprofits, and government agencies
- Develop and implement long-range goals and annual work plans in collaboration with the Board of Directors.
- Manage day-to-day operations, including but not limited to human resources, program delivery, administrative systems, staffing the Center.
2. Program & Event Management
- Plan, oversee, and coordinate cultural, educational, and social programs including cross-cultural exchanges, Filipino Cultural Experiences, youth programs, and other relevant events benefiting the Kauai community in collaboration with volunteer committees
- Develop innovative new programs and partnerships. Evaluate and report on program effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with safety and permitting requirements
3. Facility & Rental Operations
- Manage the KPCC facility and grounds; coordinate maintenance and vendor services
- Oversee long-term and short-term rental contracts and tenants
- Market KPCC rental opportunities for main area use or vacancies in other rental spaces
- Ensure KPCC generates positive cash flow and revenue growth through marketing rental opportunities, filling vacancies, and securing tenants as needed.
- Ensure contracts, insurance requirements, and usage policies are followed
4. Financial Management and Compliance
- Proficiency in budget development and management. Monitor revenues, expenses, and cash flow
- Ensure proper financial accountability/ controls using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Ensure compliance with State of Hawaii and nonprofit regulations
- Work with Treasurer and Finance Committee to prepare annual budget for approval
- Increase revenue through facility use, donor cultivation and solicitation, and grant writing.
- Ensure grant budgets/requirements are followed as required in agreements or contracts
- Assist with financial review or audits
5. Fundraising & Development
- Work in collaboration with Fundraising Committee, Board of Directors, and other volunteers to create and sustain a robust fund development program and meet or exceed fundraising goals
- Lead fundraising efforts and carry out fund development projects and tasks as required
- Build relationships with donors and sponsors through direct outreach, stewardship, cultivation, and engagement efforts using a combination of in-person, email, website, social media methods.
- Lead and support grant writing and reporting
- Research and solicit funders – individual, government, foundation, and corporate – in order to generate required contributed revenue to sustain the organization
- Manage and oversee donor acknowledgments ensuring compliance with IRS regulations as per section 501(c)(3) of the Federal Tax Code
6. Board Relations & Governance
- Support the Board as its primary liaison, providing regular updates on organizational health and mission impact. in governance duties
- Prepare board meeting reports
- Implement and maintain board-approved policies
- Support the Board in governance duties, working in conjunction with the Executive Committee, Governance Committee, or other committees as formed
- Assist with board member recruitment in collaboration with the Nominating Committee
7. Staff & Volunteer Relations and Management
- Create, maintain, and engage strong base of volunteers
- Recruit, onboard, and supervise staff and volunteers; foster a positive work environment
- Ensure labor law compliance and that safety regulations/protocols are met at all times
Requirements
- United States work authorization
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Experience in nonprofit or community organizations
- Knowledge of Filipino culture or willingness to learn
- Financial and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
- Fundraising and grant experience
- Facility management experience
- Familiarity with Hawai‘i nonprofit laws
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Air-conditioned office and rental facility
- Public appearances for individual meetings or community-based work or events
- Evening and weekend hours required
COMPENSATION
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and budget capacity.
Kauai Philippine Cultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required. Employment may be structured through a third-party Professional Employer Organization or similar entity.
This role offers an inspiring environment where your leadership can truly transform lives through innovative programs and compassionate service delivery. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community while advancing your career in social services administration—this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Pay: $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Executive Director
Company: Kauai Philippine Cultural Center
Location: Lihue, HI
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