Enhancing Community Resilience To Hazards Through Collaboration

The Pacific Risk Management ‘Ohana and the Partnership for Pacific Resilience invites you to participate in their upcoming gathering Building Communities of Practice for Resilience, held at the Hawai’i Convention Center on March 11 – 13, 2014.  

The Pacific Risk Management ‘Ohana (PRiMO) is a coalition of organizations with a role in hazard risk management in the Pacific region. The agencies, institutions, and companies that comprise PRiMO recognize the value of collective action and are committed to enhancing cooperation, coordination, and collaboration to strengthen and sustain hazard resilient communities.

Registration

Registration is now OPEN! Register online before regular registration ends on March 4, 2014! Government, non-profits, and University registrants can register online here.  Corporate, private sector, and industry registrants can register online here.

Hanohano Paepae o He’eia

Hanohano Paepae o He’eia

In 2011, ‘Ōiwi TV created a video to honor 10 years of Paepae o He’eia.  Learn more about the history of Paepae o He’eia from the video highlighting all the hard work put into restoring the pond that perpetuates place-based cultural science education.  They are truly a beacon of caring for Hawaiian cultural landscapes, providing the space and work to strengthen our relationship to ‘āina (land/sea).  Mahalo nui kākou no kēia hana pono no ko kākou lāhui Hawai’i!

Look your best, Not a mess

For those of you excited about the opportunity to come aboard as a future fellow, I thought I would give you a small tip on something that may get overlooked: interview attire. When preparing for the interview do not forget that your attire and appearance matters. It’s important that you look your best and present yourself well.

Though we may spend a lot of time in the field as fellows and look like unkempt scalawags, we also work in a professional office setting. We having meetings with donors and partners and occasionally have random introductions with conservation professionals visiting the office. Whether you like it or not first impressions matter, so putting some thought into looking presentable will do you some good.

And, if you are thinking, “it’s a conservation organization, no need dress up,” Think again, especially for the interview!

Doesn’t have to be over the top just put together and polished.

• Hair nicely done, out of your face. If you have long hair think about putting it up. Guys, trim up the facial hair for a nice clean look.
• Nails trimmed. For girls, make sure you have fresh, appropriate polish or none at all. Don’t be showing up with peeling off nail polish or some crazy bright color.
• Beware of ill-fitting clothes: the tight pants, short skirts, sheer tops, bra straps showing and the like.
• Wear closed toed shoes.

YOU + DREAM JOB= NEW FELLOW??!!

As they say, all good things must come to an end…. but really, so soon?  The time has come for us to step aside and open the door for the next batch of enthusiastic, passionate marine conservationists in their quest to make a difference!!  The holistic approach of The Nature Conservancy, paired with exceptional training in scientific monitoring, project development and design, community-based marine management and adventure have  been unparalleled!! We’ll still be around for a couple more months, but wanted to get the word out there: If you think that this sounds like you, check out the announcement for the 2014-2016 fellows and apply online at:

https://careers.nature.org/psp/P91HTNC_APP/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL

See below for announcement and what it would take to apply

“I am writing to let you know about a recruitment underway for  Assistant Marine Coordinators (Marine Fellows) for the two year Marine Conservation Fellowship Program (MCFP), implemented jointly through a partnership between the Hawai‘i Chapter of TNC and the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Pacific Services Center. 

 The goal of the MCFP is to train Marine Fellows to become the next generation of marine conservation leaders in Hawai‘i. The program is designed to build a cadre of well-qualified, experienced marine resource managers who will provide critically needed leadership for the sustainable management of Hawai‘i’s marine resources. Marine Fellows will be recruited for the next fellowship class of 2014-2016 based in Honolulu. Additional information on the MCFP and what applicants should expect under the fellowship experience is available online athttp://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/hawaii/howwework/marine-conservation-fellowship-program.xml

 TO APPLY:

Please complete an online application by 5:00 pm, Hawai‘i Standard Time, Monday, March 10th and upload as one document, a resume and cover letter that addresses these 4 questions below: 

         1) Why are you an outstanding candidate for the marine fellowship program;

        2) What are your interests and experiences relating to marine resource management in Hawai‘i and how do you meet each of the 5 basic qualifications

a.    BA/BS/AS/Technical or vocational degree and at least one year of related experience in natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in a science-related field or cultural studies helpful.

b.    Commitment, dedication and passion for conserving Hawai‘i’s marine ecosystems.

3. Experience working with or knowledge of Hawai‘i’s natural systems and cultural practices.
4. Knowledge of island ecosystem principles.
5. Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, marine management (traditional and contemporary) and biodiversity conservation.

        3) Which of the two topical areas (“traditional knowledge and cultural practice” or “coastal community resilience”) would you be interested in focusing on during a fellowship, and why; and

        4) What are your short- and long-term career goals, and how would these contribute to the future of marine resource management in Hawai‘i.”

 

2014 Pacific Internship Program for Exploring Sciences (PIPES) Applications Available!

If you’re looking for an exciting summer internship opportunity with Hawaii’s agencies and organizations who work in conservation science, natural resource management, and environmental education, then check out the PIPES 2014 program!

Online applications are now available at http://hilo.hawaii.edu/uhintern/apply/.

Application deadline is February 14th, 2014.