Director, Strategic Partnerships and Government Relations

Job Summary

This roleleadsKe KulaoKamehameha (KS) policy and partnership strategies to advance Pauahi’s missionandthe organization’skeypriorities. This leader builds high-impact alliances, leads advocacy efforts, and shapes government relations to influence systems change and collective impactto strengthen Hawaiian self-determination. 

Working closely with internal teams, such as the Government Relations Committee (GRC),and external partners, the Director ensures alignment between messaging, policy, and enterprise initiatives.This leader ensures that Kamehameha is well positioned in key decision-making, community, and economic arenas—creating the conditions for culture-based educational excellence, vibrant aina, thrivingkaiaulu, and sustainable financial outcomes—all in service to theeaof thelahuiand the well-being of Hawaii as a whole.

Essential Responsibilities

Strategic Guidance and Integration