Small Business Specialist and Finance Coach

SUMMARY :

Do you seek an environment that encourages everyone to grow to their fullest potential? Are you a people person with strong attention to detail? Do you want to work for one of the top 10 non-profit organizations to work from in Oregon for 5 consecutive years? Are you passionate about building a more just society by empowering Latinas to lead? Join the Adelante Mujeres family and become part of a growing organization providing award-winning programming and holistic services to more than 15,000 Latina women and children annually in Oregon. Adelante Mujeres means "women rise up" and the women and girls in our program are doing just that. With your help, we can build the next generation of Latine leaders. Located in Forest Grove, Oregon and founded in 2002, Adelante Mujeres is known for innovative responses to community concerns.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

As part of the Adelante Mujeres Empresas team, the Empresas Coach and Access to Capital Specialist supports aspiring and existing Latine small business owners with bilingual customized coaching, technical assistance, training, access to capital, networking opportunities and other resources.  The Empresas Coach and Access to Capital Specialist coordinates all aspects of the Individual Development Account Savings program and other specialty access to capital resources. The Specialist will also support all aspects of the Empresas Business Course and Specialty Workshops. The ideal candidate will be inspired by and fully committed to the community centered and culturally responsive vision and mission of Adelante Mujeres. The Empresas Coach and Access to Capital Specialist reports to the Empresas Program Manager.

• Provide technical assistance, one on one coaching, and support to Latine businesses in urban or rural area with all aspects of business growth.
• Research and develop small business support services as a foundation for the business coaching service, including start-up support, communication assistance, access to capital, marketing, and sustainability training.
• Coordinate Individual Development Account Program for Adelante Mujeres.
• Assist business owners with access to capital via Kiva Zip Crowdfunding and different programs for capital access including technical assistance on setting up profiles, marketing, and budgeting.
• Support the delivery of the Empresas Small Business Course by coordinating logistics and leading recruitment efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS :

We recognize that there are multiple expressions of professional readiness. When we review applications, we take a comprehensive look at each applicant. Our goal is to assess your unique strengths. The ideal candidate has many of the following skills and experience :

Additional Requirements :

SALARY & BENEFITS :

TO APPLY :

Please apply online or submit the following material electronically (PDF preferred) via our career website :

Thank you for your interest in employment at Adelante Mujeres. We will be contacting applicants whose applications indicate a strong combination of relevant experience and qualifications and skills.

Closing date : Open until filled Anticipated start date : Open until filled

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Adelante Mujeres is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or any related medical condition, physical or mental disability or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Adelante Mujeres is compliant with the American with Disabilities Act and we are committed to making special accommodations for your interview or work as a member of our team. If specific accommodations are needed, please notify and we will work to accommodate your needs.

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Salary : $54,000 - $57,000