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Business Development Specialist
Full-Time - $45K
This is a full-time position. The Business Development Specialist will work with the various small business programs of the West Brighton Community LDC. This position will report to the Executive Director
QUALIFICATIONS
- Background and/or experience in business, economic development, business training, marketing, outreach, and community development
- Ability to work with both entrepreneurs, small business owners and governmental agencies
- Knowledge of government certifications and procurement
- Knowledge of business planning applications – BMC (Business Model Canvas)
- Must be able and willing to work in fast paced and ethnic diverse settings
- Working knowledge of Staten Island communities and business sectors a plus
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Attention to detail, follow-through and organization
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Represent the organization in front of business, the non-profit community, and
- government and other related events as needed.
- Provide small business technical assistance, access to credit and capital to
- business start-ups and expanding small businesses
- Provide loan packaging referral assistance and follow-up for loans from various sources
- Participate in virtual meetings, trainings and events, as well as occasional travel to seminars/workshops or meetings
- Assist in development and delivery of virtual workshops/webinars, training seminars, workshops panels, roundtables and other events
- Establish and maintain office systems and regular reporting - statistical and narrative.
- Assist in fundraising related to project goals.
Be available and willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed
Salary : $45,000