Ibero Business Center- WNY Coordinator

Description

Summary:

Under the supervision of the IBC Director, the Coordinator will be responsible for assisting in the implementation and administration of the Ibero Business Center (IBC) program objectives and goals. The coordinator is responsible for empowering clients with the knowledge they require to start and maintain profitable businesses so that they will gain economic security and independence for themselves and their families.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Report directly to the IBC Director.
• Assist in preparation of program content, delivery methods and budgetary requirements within each specific program.
• Assist with Ibero Regional Roundtables, will attend conferences, festivals, and other events to table and market Ibero & IBC. 
• Must be bilingual in Spanish and English and assist entrepreneurs and small business clients (in either language) with business plan preparation, technical assistance, consulting, loan processes and other business support services as needed.
• Facilitate and assist the Ibero Business Center (IBC) with agendas, schedules, and expectations for periodic training classes and additional workshops, including course dates, pitch competition dates, curriculum topics and other pertinent information.
• Assist with client contact and database entries to report goals and outcomes for IBC clients.
• Be present for evening classes; interact with grantor, communities, and clients; supervise any applicable staff to manage programs and establish strong partnerships.
• Monitor, evaluate and revise program operating policies and procedures in collaboration with the director and business and CHW staff.
• Assist in the development of funding sources for the current program; seek additional funding for new or expanded programs, through grant application processes, fundraising events and/or fee for service-based training programs.
• Assist with outreach to entrepreneurs by helping IBC team develop strategic marketing campaigns to ensure targeted demographics are reached.
• Assist IBC Team with planning the Pitch Competition – participants who complete the program are invited to “pitch” their business idea and compete for startup funding in the course’s culminating Pitch Competition .
• Help to identify mentors for IBC clientele.
• Supervise the IBC Specialist of Ibero WNY
• Be compliant with IBC requirements base on grantor requirements
• Supporting other Ibero programs in the WNY region when needed
• Ability to work outside of a normal working schedule as needed.

Authority:

The employee exercises considerable initiative in setting priorities within the framework of the agency’s policies and procedures. The individual must be resourceful and able to display initiative and understanding of management systems and interpersonal relations. Evidence of self-motivation and ability to work independently is a must.

Requirements

Position Qualifications:

Competency Statement(s)

• Bilingual, Spanish and English
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a task
• Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate professionalism conforming to a set of values and accepted standards

Independent learning strategies – Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time and meet deadlines. Evidence of self-motivation

• Leadership- Ability to motivate, influence, and support others to accomplish team and organizational goals
• Training & Presentation Skills
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely

Skills and Abilities:

• Four-year degree in Human Services, Business Administration, or comparable area of study, 
• OR 5 years experience in an equivalent position.
• Entrepreneurship background, preferred
• Bilingual, Spanish and English Capable, preferred 
• Intermediate or advanced computer knowledge with Microsoft Office
• A combination of training and experience other than the specified, if judged to be adequate for the job, may be accepted by the President and CEO

Physical Demands:

The position does require occasional standing, squatting, lifting of up to approximately 30 lbs. and frequent sitting.