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Job Posting Title Advisor, Strategic Partnerships and Government Affairs Employee Type Regular Recruiting Start Date 06-02-2026 Job Exempt? Yes Recruiting End Date Open Until Filled Aloha mai!   Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.   If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana! Job Summary This role   strengthens   Ke Kula   o   Kamehameha ’s   (K S )   ability   to advance its mission and policy priorities through enduring partnerships, coordinated advocacy, and relational leadership grounded in trust and shared purpose.   This role integrates   cultivating partnerships across Hawaiian-serving, educational,  a ina -based, and philanthropic networks to s upport   collective advocacy and systems change, and engaging policymakers and public agencies to advance enterprise priorities. Working under the direction of   leadership, t he Adviser ensures that K S'   presence in community and government arenas is   aligned , principled, and   reflective of   the organization’s values and strategic direction. The Adviser   represents   K S   in   small- and mid-scale engagements, builds alignment across partners and policymakers, and ensures that advocacy actions are well-informed, culturally grounded, and executed with excellence. Essential Responsibilities Partnership Cultivation and Coordination • Build and sustain relationships with Native Hawaiian, civic, educational,  a ina -based, philanthropic, and governmen t   partners. • Coordinate coalitions, working groups, and joint initiatives   a d vancing   priorities   de termined   by KS’   strategic plans and the Government Relations Committee (GRC). • Support joint advocacy campaigns   t hrough partner alignment,   logistics , communication , and follow through . • Serve as a point of contact and relationship steward for designated external partners, ensuring mutual accountability, cultural integrity, and   consistent engagement . • Track partnership activities, commitments, and outcomes   for r eporting, transparency, and enterprise learning. • Help sustain long-term partnerships beyond transactional advocacy efforts. Cultural and Strategic Alignment • Ground all   work in KS’ identity and   values. • Center   advocacy and partnership   work in service to   supporting   ea . • Demonstrate cultural fluency and relational awareness   across   government and partnership interactions. • Represent K S   as a principled,   trusted, and   culturally grounded organization committed to advancing collective well-being . Research, Briefing, and Reporting • Conduct partnership and policy research to inform strategic decision-making and advocacy   efforts . • Prepare briefing notes, data summaries, and policy scans for   GRC   and senior leadership . • Contribute to   reporting, including   an annual   Strategic Partnerships and Government Relations Impact Report . • Maintain records of meetings, engagements, and legislative interactions to support institutional continuity. Legislative and Policy Engagement • Support   coordination of KS’   legislative and regulatory engagement, including policy analysis, testimony preparation, and briefings. • Monitor and analyze proposed legislation, administrative rules, and policy initiatives affecting K S’   interests . • Draft and edit position statements, reports, and briefing materials for internal and external use. • Represent K S   in hearings, meetings, or briefings with legislators, agency officials, and coalition partners, as delegated. • Maintain legislative calendars, contact lists, and action trackers to ensure   timely   follow-up. • Summarize key developments and provide policy updates for   leadership   and staff. Internal Coordination and Strategic Alignment • Collaborate closely with   communications teams   to ensure unified messaging across policy ,   partnership, and public engagement efforts. • Work with   other KS   divisions   to share partner insights,   identify   opportunities, and   align efforts . • Support   leadership   in aligning partnership and government strategies   with   enterprise priorities and strategic outcomes. • Coordinate internal communications to foster shared understanding   of advocacy efforts   across K S . Leadership through   Pilina   and Service • Lead through   kulean a   and trust by focusing on alignment, relationships, and shared   purpose   to bridge   strategy, partnership, and policy . • Model disciplined follow-through, discretion, and reliability in carrying out   responsibilities. • Foster collaboration ,   pilina , and   mutual accountability across teams and partners. • Demonstrate humility and foresight in navigating complex political and community environments. • Contribute to a work culture that integrates reflection, learning, and   cultural grounding   as essential elements of effective advocacy. Position Requirements Minimum Qualifications -   An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for the requirements listed. • Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy , Hawaiian Studies, Political Science, Business, or related field. • 7   years of progressively responsible experience in legislative affairs, policy analysis, community partnerships, or advocacy coordination. • Strong understanding of Hawaii’s political, cultural, and community landscapes. • Proven ability to build and sustain   cross-sector   relationships. • Excellent   verbal and written   communication skills, including legislative and partnership correspondence. • Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and ability to   operate   in diverse,   cross-sector   contexts . • High   degree   of professionalism, reliability, and integrity. Preferred Qualifications • Proficiency   or conversational familiarity   in  o lelo   Hawaiʻi. • Experience working with Native Hawaiian-serving, Indigenous, or culturally grounded organizations. • Established relationships within community, legislative, or advocacy networks. • Experience supporting multisector coalitions or partnerships. • Knowledge of policy-tracking systems or partnership management tools (e.g.,   Airtable , Smartsheet, or Monday.com). Physical Requirements • Frequently sit, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation,   talk   or hear. • Specific vision abilities   required   include close vision, peripheral   vision   and ability to adjust focus. • Occasionally stand and/or walk,   write by hand , and lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds (equipment and materials for community engagement efforts). • Rarely twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb,   reach   or work above shoulder, or grasp forcefully. Working Conditions • This position involves traveling to various locations, including   neighbor   islands and US continent locations to conduct business. • Work is conducted in an office environment and may require work to be conducted in non - standard   workplaces. • With supervisor-approved work plans, hybrid work may also be conducted through on-line settings (Teams, Slack, etc.). • Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business   hours   but evening and weekend hours are often   required   to meet goals and   objectives . Disclaimer :   The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities,   duties   and skills   required .   The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned. 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Work Year 12 Pay Range 136,800.00 - 195,400.00 Annual Compensation and Benefits Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs. At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information. Primary Location Kawaiahao Plaza City, State Honolulu, Hawaii Additional Locations