Associate Director of Business Development - Center for Women Entrepreneurs

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Associate Director of Business Development

JOB SUMMARY

The Associate Director of Business Development at the Center for Women Entrepreneurs supports the Center's mission to empower women entrepreneurs across the state of Texas. This role combines small business advisement, program management & development, in addition, to Community Outreach. The Associate Director of Business Development will provide technical assistance to small business clients, including help in preparing a business plan, loan proposals, and related business development requirements, as well as business management practices, methods, and techniques. Work is performed under minimal supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Director, Center for Women Entrepreneurs

Supervises: May supervise advisor, program director, or student assistants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

* Advise clients in all aspects of entrepreneurship from start-up to exit planning, including assistance with the research and development of business plans, marketing plans, loan proposals, certifications, and related business development requirements, as well as business management practices, methods, and techniques.

* Development and implementation of programming and working with the director to establish a long-term strategic plan for the Center.

* Assists with the goals, methodology, and outcomes of the Center.

* Assists with developing goals and strategies to enhance the Center's reputation, including researching what other programs are accomplishing.

* Manages staff and graduate students.

* Evaluate business proposals together with client financial and business status to assess viability and bankability of proposals; advise clients as appropriate.

* Provides advice and assistance in the establishment and maintenance of business and financial records and recordkeeping systems.

* Builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop client referrals and training opportunities.

* Handles the development, promotion, coordination, and delivery of small business management training programs and workshops.

* Assists with content for event correspondence, collateral materials, social media and website.

* Relationship building with entrepreneurial resources in the ecosystem.

* Monitors operational activities, evaluates the effectiveness of results, and prepares reports as appropriate.

* Responsible for effectively evaluating staff under charge. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

* Performs other duties as requested.

* Some evening and weekend work required.

* Travel to entrepreneurial events in Texas, some require overnight stays.

EDUCATION

Master's degree in Business Administration or a closely related field required (equivalent education and experience considered).

Entrepreneurial certifications a plus.

EXPERIENCE

Five years of business advisement or related experience is necessary. Three plus years of business ownership.

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

* Knowledge of the characteristics and prerequisites of a successful business loan proposal.

* Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of small business operations.

* Knowledge of basic business accounting.

* Knowledge of federal and state financial and tax regulations pertaining to small business.

* Knowledge of startup business requirements.

* Ability to travel.

* Ability to provide administrative guidance within the area of responsibility, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

* Ability to communicate effectively orally, by phone, in person, in writing, and especially in public speaking.

* Ability to apply budgetary and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.

* Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.

* Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgement based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.

* Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Texas Woman's University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

Texas Woman's University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age, veteran's status, or against qualified disabled persons.

All positions at Texas Woman's University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.