Senior Manager, Research and Evaluation

Senior Manager, Research & EvaluationLT believes that knowledge-based decisions lead to more effective and efficient use of organizational resources in pursuit of our mission. The Senior Manager, Research & Evaluation helps the Director build and sustain an organization-wide culture that uses research and evaluation to inform strategic, tactical, and operational decisions. This role leads a portfolio of research and evaluation projects, supports cross-department data initiatives, and serves as the embedded evaluation partner to the Lili?uokalani Center.

Coach Research and Evaluation Managers and build capacity across LT among frontline teammates and other professionals so that they can conduct, interpret, and apply research and evaluation findings, including strengthening the capacity of the Research and Evaluation team to engage in research, evaluation, facilitation, and project leadership External Engagement Build the capacity, as appropriate, through the sharing of relevant and accessible information, of decision makers beyond LT to apply research and evaluation knowledge to decisions affecting Native Hawaiian wellbeing, including sharing resources with external policymakers and leaders of smaller community-based organizations and local collaboratives Communicate the results of research and evaluation work in a clear, easily accessible manner Form and sustain collegial partnerships with other organizations that serve the Hawaiian community and the broader public to improve the wellbeing of Native Hawaiians Contribute to the advancement of knowledge on Native Hawaiian wellbeing in the field through journal-quality publications, presentations, contributions to professional associations, and participation in partner meetings, as appropriate Other duties Contribute to the Trust's success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organizational results

Alignment with Queen's legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani's story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff's commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one's work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served. Ho?omau i ka ?Imi Na?auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement. Ho?ike i na Mana?o Pono (Effective Communication): Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action. No?ono?o lo?i (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations Ho?o kumu a?e or ?Imi hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving. Pilina Ho?ohana a me ka Hana Hilina?i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust): Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward. Alu Like i ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives. Ho?onui i ka ?Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others. Mental and Physical Demands: Perform light physical work, including climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting weight of up to 25 pounds. Exposed to outdoor climate and diverse terrain.