Meet Daphne Kauvaka
Posted on Nov 14, 2024 in EFS TeamDaphne Kauvaka
Business Analyst (Accounting/ Finance)
Daphne brings extensive knowledge and strong interpersonal skills to her role as a Business Analyst for the EFS Project.
“Being part of this modernization project means we’re not just upgrading systems, but reimagining how we work and deliver value,” said Daphne. “It’s exciting to be part of a team that’s shaping the future, one step at a time.”
Before joining the State of Hawaii, Daphne worked as a Business Systems Analyst at eWorld Enterprise Solutions, where she documented business processes, evaluated system and data requirements, and recommended innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and productivity. During her time at eWorld, Daphne gained valuable hands-on experience in implementing IT solutions for local government through her work in supporting the launch and maintenance of call centers and help desks that connect constituents with essential public services, such as the Dept. of Health’s mental health hospital; federal programs administered through the Dept. of Human Services like TANF, SNAP, and Child Care Subsidy; and the Dept. of Labor and Industrial Relation’s application process for managing Disaster Unemployment Assistance claims from victims of the Maui wildfires.
A proud graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, Daphne earned her Bachelor of Business Administration from the Shidler College of Business.