Director of the Institute for Sustainability and Resilience

The University of Hawai'i is seeking a Director for the Institute for Sustainability and Resilience. This role involves providing strategic leadership, managing operations, advancing sustainability initiatives, and securing funding. Candidates should have an advanced degree, significant leadership experience in higher education, and a strong research background in sustainability or resilience. The position is based in Honolulu, HI, indicating it is not a remote job.
Job Title: Director, Institute for Sustainability and Resilience

The Institute for Sustainability and Resilience (ISR) at the University of Hawaii at Manoa is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as its Director.
Job Summary:

The Director will provide strategic leadership and management for the ISR, working closely with faculty, staff, students, and external partners to advance sustainability and resilience initiatives across the university. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of research and scholarship in sustainability and/or resilience-focused topics, as well as experience in leadership and management in a higher education setting.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the ISR, aligning with the university's strategic priorities and plans.
• Lead efforts to advance sustainability and resilience initiatives across the university, including teaching, research, service, and administration.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the ISR, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to budgetary guidelines.
• Evaluate and implement policies, procedures, and systems to enhance the ISR's effectiveness and efficiency.
• Cordinate and lead efforts to expand ISR funding for program development and research.
• Lead fundraising efforts to secure external funding and philanthropic support.
• Represent the ISR in academic, professional, and public forums, acting as a spokesperson for ISR's mission and achievements.
• Convene researchers, industry professionals, and government leaders to assess, collaborate, and respond to emerging challenges in Hawaii related to sustainability and resilience.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:
• An advanced degree in a discipline relevant to sustainability and/or resilience-focused topics from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Attained the rank of Associate Professor or higher.
• A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a leadership role within a higher education academic or research institution, or comparable professional experience and track record.
• A record of distinguished research and scholarship, demonstrated by publications and/or professional activity and achievement.
• A record of excellent service and outreach, and demonstrated understanding of building curriculum.
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of sustainability and/or resilience-focused discipline in support of academic, research and community systems, programs and services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current strategies and best practices and proven record of developing and executing cross-disciplinary strategic plans.
• Demonstrated record of successfully implementing change.
• Successful administrative and budget management and execution skills.
• Demonstrated fundraising and resource development experience and results.
• Demonstrated effective analytical and communication skills and track record.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of operations and activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience working with related agencies including sustainability and resilience-relevant government agencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative processes.