Position Title:

Energy Sovereignty Administrative Coordinator

‍Program: ‍

Energy Sovereignty

Reports To:

Energy Director

Position Type:

Non-Exempt

Employment Status:

Full-Time, resident of Molokai

Compensation:

$24-$26 Hourly

Job Summary:

The Energy Sovereignty Coordinator supports the implementation of community-driven energy initiatives on Molokai, working closely with the Energy Director, Sustʻāinable Molokai, and the Molokai Clean Energy Hui to advance the island’s Energy Resilience Action Plan (CERAP). This role combines strong coordination and administrative skills with meaningful community engagement, including co-facilitating meetings and supporting outreach. The position is highly collaborative, requiring the ability to navigate multiple partners and reporting structures while centering Molokai voices. It also supports energy efficiency efforts, including the Hui Up! program, and involves learning and growing within energy and regulatory spaces to help expand sustainable solutions for the community.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
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Program Coordination

  • Support planning and implementation of CERAP initiatives
  • Track projects, timelines, action items, and deliverables
  • Support grant tracking, reporting, and compliance

Community Engagement

  • Help plan and co-facilitate community meetings, workshops, and outreach
  • Gather community feedback and support culturally grounded engagement
  • Represent MCEH at events and partner meetings

MCEH Coordination

  • Coordinate Molokai Clean Energy Hui meetings and communications
  • Document decisions, notes, and summaries
  • Support membership growth and leadership development

Administrative Support

  • Manage meeting logistics (scheduling, Zoom, notes, follow-ups)
  • Maintain organized documentation and records
  • Develop summaries, materials, and community-facing resources

Special Projects

  • Support Hui Up appliance exchange programs
  • Assist with community energy education and outreach
  • Take on additional duties aligned with program priorities
Desired Qualifications & Skills: ‍
  • Strong connection to the Molokaʻi community and demonstration of cultural values
  • Commitment to ʻĀina Momona
  • Demonstrated experience and interest in community outreach, engagement, and networking
  • Strong organizational and project coordination skills
  • Excellent communication (written + verbal)
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace and Zoom
  • Flexible and agile in dynamic environments
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends
  • Driver’s License required

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Sustʻāinable Molokai is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community development organization. Our Vision: Thriving people and abundant land. Theory of Change: Inspire and empower the people of Molokai to restore ʻāina momona by demonstrating pilina-focused sustainable solutions - to ensure relevance and comfort of the staff and board.
Sustʻāinable Molokai is an equal opportunity employer.

Please send your resume and cover letter to Human Resources at HR@sustainablemolokai.org.

Application Deadline:

Open