Positio Title: Legal Affairs Coordinator

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii

About the Organization Date:
Hui Huliau is a nonprofit Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) and community service organization whose business activities principally benefit Native Hawaiians. As an NHO we operate under U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations and own small businesses that participate in the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program for minority owned companies. Our small businesses provide a variety of contracted services to the U. S. Military, U. S. Civilian agencies, and commercial customers at locations worldwide.

Profits from Hui Huliau's for-profit subsidiaries help sustain important education, social, economic, and cultural preservation programs that serve Native Hawaiians in the Waianae community. The Waianae Coast on the western side of the island of Oahu has the highest per capita percentage of Native Hawaiians in the world and the highest poverty and unemployment rate in the State of Hawaii.

Our mission to strengthen our communities, make a positive impact on the lives we touch, and provide a brighter future for the Native Hawaiian people through education, economic opportunities, and the preservation of the Hawaiian language and culture. Hui Huliau employees help us achieve this mission by providing outstanding service to our customers.
Shift:

First

Description:

Job Summary:

Hui Huliau is currently seeking a Legal Affairs Coordinator. The qualified candidate will be responsible for supporting governance, contracting, and compliance activities for the organization and its affiliates. Hands-on experience, direct interaction with leadership and board members. Meaningful exposure to nonprofit governance and Native Hawaiian Organization issues. A key responsibility includes attending board meetings and supporting the organization’s mission.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Governance & Board Support
• Support nonprofit and corporate governance for the NHO and affiliated entities
• Prepare and maintain bylaws, resolutions, policies, minutes, and corporate records
• Attend board and committee meetings, as requested
• Take minutes, track action items, and assist with follow-through
• Support board communications, notices, and meeting coordination

Contracts & Federal Programs

• Draft, review, and organize NDAs, Teaming Agreements, MOUs, and similar agreements
• Assist with compliance and documentation related to SBA 8(a) and other federal programs applicable to NHOs
• Support subcontractor and vendor agreements
• Coordinate with outside counsel as needed

Legal Research & Administrative Support

• Conduct legal and regulatory research related to nonprofits, NHOs, and government contracting
• Maintain organized legal and corporate files
• Track deadlines, reporting obligations, and compliance requirements
• Assist with special projects and organizational initiatives

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong writing, organization, and communication skills required
• Familiarity with basic contract concepts required
• Ability to attend in-person meetings in Honolulu required
• Professional, reliable, and comfortable handling confidential matters required
• Interest in nonprofit governance, federal contracting, or public service–oriented legal work preferred

Education and Experience:

• Require one of the following: Paralegal certificate; Current law student (JD candidate); Juris Doctor (licensed or license-eligible in Hawai?i preferred, but not required)
• Experience with nonprofits or mission-driven organizations preferred
• Familiarity with Native Hawaiian Organizations or Native Hawaiian–serving entities preferred
• Exposure to SBA 8(a), government contracting, or FAR concepts preferred
• Prior experience supporting or attending board or committee meetings preferred

This position will generally encompass a standard work week spanning Monday through Friday during regular business hours. This position is remote with travel to business meeting site as required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• 401k option
• Professional online learning opportunities and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• 11 Company Paid Holidays

Hui Huliau and its subsidiaries are participants of E-Verify.

Hui Huliau and its subsidiaries are drug free workplaces.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time

Position Type:

Legal Affairs Coordinator

Position Requirements: Please see the above job description

EOE Statement:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary:

60K-80K ($28.85 - $38.47)

Direct Contract:

Division: Hui Huliau Staffing, DBA: Hui Huliau Services

Close Date:

Number of Openings:

1

Number Filled:

0

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager:

Judge Ashmore

Open_Date:

2/3/2026