Summary
Description
Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network (HCAN) is seeking a passionate and strategic leader to serve as its next Executive Director. HCAN is an independent, nonpartisan nonprofit with two entities — a 501c3 and a 501c4 — dedicated to advocating for the well-being of Hawaiʻi’s children through policy change, community engagement, and grassroots organizing.
The Executive Director will lead both organizations' vision, strategy, and operations, driving impact in areas such as education, health, and economic security. This role requires a dynamic leader with experience in nonprofit management, policy advocacy, fundraising, and coalition-building, who has deep relationships in Hawaiʻi and is demonstrably committed to equity and social justice. The ideal candidate has at least 7–10 years of senior leadership experience, a strong background in legislative advocacy, fundraising expertise, and the ability to build relationships with policymakers, funders, and community leaders in Hawaiʻi. We are looking for a skilled communicator and strategic thinker, who is comfortable navigating a fast-paced, evolving policy landscape as part of a collective movement.
To Apply: Please submit your resume to I-man Uyeda
iuyeda@inkinen.com
