Careers
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) is seeking qualified individuals to join our growing operations. CNHA carries a kuleana to enhance the cultural, economic, political, and community development of Native Hawaiians.
We’re expanding!
Headquartered in Kapolei, Oʻahu, CNHA is a Native Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) certified by the U.S. Treasury department and a HUD-Certified Housing Counseling agency. We provide access to capital, financial education, and individualized financial counseling services with a focus on low and moderate-income families. CNHA serves as a National Intermediary, providing grants and loans targeting underserved communities, and community-based organizations in Hawaiʻi.
Permanent CNHA position come with an array of benefits, including:
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10 Paid Holidays
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Paid Time Off
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Medical, Dental, and Vision
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401k With Employer Match
- 100% Employer Sponsored Life Insurance
CNHA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Join the CNHA team today
Apply online and help us uplift lāhui. Please complete this form and upload a copy of your resume if you are interested in being considered for one of the positions we are currently recruiting for. We will review resumes and follow-up according to your skills and experience.
What We Do
Rent & Mortgage Relief
We can help you find the resources you need for your ʻohana to thrive -from mortage to utilities and assistance programs.
Kilohana
Kilohana is a collaborative of complementary change agents committed to fulfilling HTA’s vision and specific directives.
Community Programs
Our community programs work with members of our community to develop the skills and resources needed to thrive.
Join Our Community
Become a CNHA member to get the opportunity to join other kānaka in lifting, empowering and inspiring our lāhui.
Current Openings
Salesforce Administrator
- Salary Range: 65k-75k
- The Salesforce Administrator will have the primary responsibility for the operations and management of CNHAʻs Salesforce System.
- Salesforce solution identification and engineering. Conceptualize and develop Salesforce infrastructure-centric solutions, including 3rd party platforms for extended functionality. Maintain diagrams and written documentation elaborating and describing such solutions for.
validation by business stakeholders. - Salesforce Lightning configuration. User interface configuration of Salesforce Sales /Service Clouds. Customization of Applications, Tabs, Lightning Record Pages, Page Layouts and integration with components to ensure effective adoption of solutions.
- View the position description below for more details.
Director of Media & Communications
- Salary Range: 80k-100k
- Oversee day-to-day content and management of social media, websites, email newsletters, and digital campaigns including YouTube.
- Interface with CNHA’s external PR agency, providing internal support for media outreach, messaging development, and strategic communications initiatives.
- Track and analyze performance of digital content, including social media analytics and engagement metrics.
- View the position description below for more details.
Administrative Assistant
- Salary Range: 50k-60k
- Provide day-to-day administrative support, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, handling correspondence, and preparing reports.
- Maintain organized records, files, and documentation to ensure efficient workflow and accessibility.
- Prepare professional correspondence, presentations, and reports with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- View the position description below for more details.
Production Specialist (2 Part-time)
- Salary Range: 55k-65k
- Assist with the creation of digital content across various platforms (social media, web, video, and print).
- Assist with communication and media initiatives as assigned.
- Support video production efforts, including filming, editing, and organizing media assets.
- Help prepare and support CNHA events, including the Annual Native Hawaiian Convention.
- Assist with on-site content capture and set-up.
- View the position description below for more details.
Accountant III
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Salary Range: 55K-65K
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This roles’ responsibilities include helping to prepare financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting and office duties as assigned.
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Provide financial analysis to determine appropriate accounting entries.
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Contribute to the execution of monthly and annual close processes including completing reconciliations, preparation of journal entries, escalation, resolution of issues, and meeting all set deadlines.
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Assist with preparing and monitoring budgets.
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View the position description below for more details.
Intern Cycle
Spring: Applications open in December. Work begins in the third week of January and continues through April.
Summer: Applications are accepted in March and April. Work commences in the first week of June and concludes in September.
Fall: Applications open in July. Work starts in the third week of September and concludes in November.
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Join our mission and help us provide powerful support for our community to develop and thrive.