Associate Director, Entrepreneurial Program and - Chicago, United States - WOMENS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

WOMENS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

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Chicago, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Associate Director, Entrepreneurial Services Program and Services

The WBDC is hiring for an Associate Director, Entrepreneurial Program and Services. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois. This full-time, exempt position reports to the Managing Director, Entrepreneurial Program and Services at the WBDC.

Who We Are:

The Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) is a 501(c)(3) nationally recognized leader in the field of women's business development and economic empowerment for over 30 years.

Our mission is to support and accelerate business development and growth by targeting women and serving all diverse business owners, to strengthen their participation in, and impact on, the economy.

We value our knowledgeable, prepared, and diverse staff and foster a results-oriented, supportive, and progressive culture.

The Role:

The Associate Director, Entrepreneurial Services Program and Services supports the delivery of the WBC at the WBDC programming that provides business development services and resources to nascent and emerging entrepreneurs, including those that are economically disadvantaged and underserved.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Plan and facilitate WBC at the WBDC programs and services.
Deliver client advising, including assessing and supporting client needs.
Represent theWBC at the WBDC at trade shows and events through networking, presentations, and public speaking.
Work with marketing team to manage promotion of, and outreach for, workshops, events, and training sessions.
Align with the WBDC's overall strategic goals.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Analytic skills and financial acumen
Strong communication and organizational skills
High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Bilingual in English and Spanish
2+ years of work experience
Bachelor's degree
Passionate about women's issues and economic development

WBDC Benefits and Perks:
The WBDC offers a competitive benefits package with a mission-focused organization

Our benefits include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Shortterm and longterm disability insurance
Longterm care insurance

Pretax commuter benefits

Personal, sick, and vacation paid time off
Life insurance
Pretax flexible spending

account and dependent

care benefit - 401(k) retirement plan with company matching

The salary range for this position within the WBDC is $55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience and skillset.