Kūpuna Program Coordinator

Organization Overview

Founded in 1968, Kualoa-Heʻeia Ecumenical Youth (KEY) Project is a nonprofit community organization dedicated to nurturing the well-being of people and ʻāina by supporting, serving, and sustaining our community. Serving residents from Waimea to Waimānalo, KEY Project provides programs that strengthen food security, cultural connection, youth development, kūpuna wellness, and disaster resilience.

Job purpose 

The purpose of the Kūpuna Program Coordinator is to support the mission of KEY Project through the continuous development of the Nā Pua O Koʻolau Kūpuna Program, thus promoting socialization, culture, exercise, education, and overall health and well being of current and future program participants. This position participates in organizational programming and community service through collaboration with team members and external partnerships to further KEY’s reach into its designated service area.  

Duties and responsibilities 

• Plan and coordinate all activities for the Kūpuna Program including but not limited to breakfast and experiences to promote physical, cognitive, and social connectedness as prescribed by grants scope of services and suggested by participants. 
• Complete comprehensive intake assessments.
• Provide ongoing case management services using intake assessments.
• Promotes program activities, recruits participants and community collaborators
• Oversee staff, contractors, volunteers, resources and how the delivery of services is targeted at fulfilling the goals of the program and needs of the participants 
• Develop modes of communication to support program objectives (newsletters, website blurbs, social media etc.) to effectively inform participants and the public of up-coming program opportunities, and agency events, activities and/or services 
• Selects, tailors and implements appropriate tools for data collection, monitoring and evaluation to ensure the quality and effectiveness of program activities 
• Maintains documentation and the programs database for the purpose of monitoring and tracking and reporting the progress of goals and objectives 
• Documents all budget expenditures and prepares reports as requested 
• Supports Coordination of monthly Food Bank community distributions, including volunteers and required reporting
• Performs general clerical duties to include but not limited to: scanning, copying, mailing, etc.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Aging, Public Health, Business or other related fields, or commensurate experience
• Experience: At least 2 years of program planning experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate tasks.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficient in MS Office, Google Suite, Canva, etc.
• Clean driving record
• Knowledge of Hawaiian culture, language, and practices

Preferred qualifications: 

• 1 year supervisory experience that includes training and supervising staff. 
• 1 year of budget management experience
• Experience planning, coordinating, and executing events
• Communications and marketing experience
• Knowledge of Koʻolau, Oʻahu, and communities within KEY Project’s service area 

Working conditions 

This is a full time position and will require work on some evenings and weekends. Most of the work duties required are in the office at a desk during normal business hours. Job functions will be performed both indoor and outdoor environments, with some offsite responsibilities.  

Physical requirements 

This position requires the ability to perform sedentary work sitting at a desk, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and walking and moving around the office and all facilities, including second floor/upstairs. Job duties may also require working in outdoor environments with various terrain and conditions, both on and off campus.

Compensation

Starting Pay: $45K - $48K per year

Employment is contingent upon grant funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

KEY Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

The duties and responsibilities described above are intended to describe the general nature of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. KEY Project reserves the right to modify or assign additional responsibilities as organizational needs evolve.

Application Closes July 17, 2026 at 4PM.

Salary : $45,000 - $48,000