Strategist (Full-Time

Job Title: Strategist

Job Title: Strategist
Clearance: DoD Secret or higher
Serve as a Strategist that will lead workstreams and help drive the human-centered design, research, and execution efforts in our Hana Defense Solutions (HDS) business unit under the Native Hawaiian nonprofit corporation, The Hana Group. From strategic vision to tactical implementation, we deliver adaptable, mission-centered, solutions that help government and defense clients achieve lasting impact. Our team supports the mission-critical efforts of the Department of War (DoW) and federal clients utilizing human-centered design, technology and co-development. As a Strategist, you must have the skills, passion, and motivation for solving wicked and complex problems that the DoW faces by getting to the root cause. Synthesize complex data and insights into clear narratives, reports, and visual frameworks for leadership and client stakeholders using human-centered
Contribute to the design and facilitation of workshops, design sprints, and strategic planning sessions
Collaborate cross-functionally with various team members including account leaders, designers, developers and other necessary colleagues
Regularly attend in-person customer meetings on a weekly or bi-weekly basis as required
Document lessons learned, frameworks, and methodologies for reuse and knowledge sharing within the organization
Experience supporting strategic planning initiatives within the government or defense space
Understanding of Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools
Knowledge of government contracting, performance management, and budget execution
Bachelor's degree in Strategy, Business, Communications, or related field
Familiarity with DoW operations, regulation and structure
Proven ability to analyze complex problems and present structured, evidence-based recommendations
Ability to support the full project lifecycle, from the beginning to implementation and adoption
S. citizen and possess a DoD Secret, or higher, security clearance
Experience with visual storytelling or content mapping (e.g., wireframes, content hierarchies) in partnership with a design team
Experience planning or supporting the facilitation of workshops and working sessions
Familiarity with Agile approaches (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for qualified Health, Dependent Care, and Transportation expenses

• Flexible PTO
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Short term disability insurance
• Full time, 40 hours per week