Small Business Coach and Retail Specialist

  • Adelante Mujeres
  • Portland Metro, Oregon
  • Sep 06, 2021
Full time Nonprofit-Social Services

Job Description

Small Business Coach and Retail Specialist 

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT 

SUMMARY   
Are you a creative person who is excited about microenterprise development as a path to increase social equity?  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 9,000 individuals annually in Oregon.  Located in Forest Grove, Oregon, and founded in 2002, Adelante Mujeres is known for innovative responses to community concerns. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  
The (Empresas) Small Business Coach and Retail Specialist is a creative, hands-on, entrepreneurial collaborator in our Empresas Small Business Development Program. This role will support aspiring and existing Latinx small business owners with bilingual customized coaching, technical assistance, training, access to capital, networking opportunities, and other resources. In addition, the Specialist will coordinate all aspects of the newly developed Retail Business Incubator program.  

SMALL BUSINESS COACHING AND TRAINING  

  • Provide technical assistance, one-on-one coaching, and support to Latinx businesses in all aspects of business growth.  
  • Assist business owners in obtaining certifications, insurances, and other compliance documents required to doing business in the State of Oregon.  
  • Assist business owners with access to capital and access to market opportunities. 
  • Develop, coordinate, and present business courses, specialty workshops, and financial literacy sessions. 
  • Develop and maintain a network of community members and contacts who have knowledge, experience, and information on small business topics.  

RETAIL BUSINESS INCUBATOR 

  • Coordinate the business recruitment and retention for the Retail Business Incubator Program. 
  • Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations as it pertains to the retail storefront. 
  • Coordinate all aspects of retail storefront operations, including vendor scheduling, merchandising, inventory control, and store design. 
  • Coordinate and utilize the point-of-sale platform for customer sales, generate weekly sales reports, and facilitate vendor payments. 
  • Design and implement marketing strategies, including regular social media posts, promotional events, material distribution, website updates, and media communication. 
  • Effectively resolve conflicts and solve problems with speed and diplomacy. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish- strong written and oral skills; culturally proficient. 
  • An undergraduate degree or comparable experience in business management, entrepreneurship, marketing, or related field. 
  • 4 years of experience in customer service and 2 years of experience in retail.  
  • Have experience in teaching and facilitating courses and workshops for adult learners. 
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. 
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and online technology platforms such as MS TEAMS, MS SharePoint, Zoom, Facebook, Canva, and Google Hangouts 
  • Strong knowledge of marketing principles including social media, material design, and website management.  
  • Knowledge of basic bookkeeping principles. 
  • Ability to work evening and weekend hours; ability to travel to off-site venues for meetings, events, and professional development is required. 
  • Passionate about entrepreneurship, education, social justice, diversity, and women’s empowerment. 
  • Demonstrated experience working with and motivating Latinx families. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  

  • COVID-19 vaccine required except for religious or medical accommodation  
  • Complete Criminal Background Check 
  • Possess current driver’s license and auto insurance coverage 

SALARY & BENEFITS: 

  • Salary range: $40K - $45K depending on qualifications 
  • Classification Full-time, working 40+ hours per week, exempt  
  • Telework: primarily during pandemic, up to 2 days a week after  
  • Benefits: health, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, 401K pension plan, life insurance, professional development opportunities, paid leave of absence, paid holidays (12.5 days annually), sick days (up to 12 days annually), and vacation per year (20 days years one through five, 25 days after five years) 
  • Opportunity for broad and impactful work with a visionary, growing organization 

REPORTS TO: Empresas Small Business Development Program Manager 

TO APPLY  
Please submit the following material electronically (PDF preferred) to enterprisejobs@adelantemujeres.org (no phone calls, please)  

  • A one-page cover letter outlining the specific skills and knowledge you bring to the job and why you are a good fit for this position  
  • A resume detailing relevant experience, work history, education, and accomplishments 
  • Three professional references upon request 

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 hr@adelantemujeres.org and we will work to accommodate your needs.  

 

Occupations

Social Service

URL

www.adelantemujeres.org

Job Announcement: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/563be0fae4b0678da13938f7/t/611e88216d6e91681ff989cf/1629390882071/JA+Business+Coach+and+Retail+Specialist_Fall+2021.pdf

Salary

Salary range: $40K - $45K depending on qualifications