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Fund Development Coordinator (full-time) – O‘ahu
Development Coordinator is a key, full-time, permanent position for the continued impact of Hawai‘i Nature Center. Coordinator assists in the annual fundraiser, donor development, grant solicitation, membership growth, and outreach. Serves as the lead in planning and implementation of all fundraising programs that includes identification, cultivation, solicitation, acknowledgement, and stewardship of individual donors, annual fundraising and membership.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and actively manage a portfolio of 20 major gift prospects, including those identified by the Executive Director, Development Committee and Board of Directors.
- In conjunction with the Executive Director and/or Development Committee/Green Gala Committee, assist in the development and implementation of the annual Green Gala event, including sponsorships, solicitation of in-kind donations, and auction items.
- Assist in the development and implementation of the Annual Fund including working on direct response letters, e-mail appeals, and social media campaigns.
- Research grant funding opportunities.
- Expand HNC’s Membership program.
- Research and partner with other non-profit organizations to help grow scholarship participation opportunities and overall awareness of HNC.
Environmental Educator (part-time) – Maui
The Environmental Educator will deliver outdoor environmental science lessons to students across Maui at various field locations. The Environmental Educator works closely with and reports to HNC’s Maui Program Manager. The main responsibility of the Environmental Educator is to carry out HNC’s mission through its high-caliber programs to connect children and families to nature and create future stewards of Hawai‘i.
Key Responsibilities
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Teaching outdoor environmental education field programs to elementary school children and the wider public community.
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Sharing their knowledge of environmental science and Hawai‘i’s ecology while leading groups in forest, stream, coastal, and wetland habitats.
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Leading nature-based day camps during school intersessions and summers.
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Assisting in all aspects of program preparation, set-up of equipment and field sites, and post-program cleaning duties.
Environmental Educator (part-time) – Maui
Seeking enthusiastic individuals with a passion for working with children and a strong interest in environmental science to serve as Environmental Educators. Position plays a vital role in delivering engaging outdoor environmental science lessons to Maui students at various field locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement high-quality programs that align with Hawai‘i Nature Center’s mission to connect children and families with nature, fostering future stewards of Hawai‘i.
- Leads immersive nature experiences, including on-site and off-site excursions, hikes and stream explorations.