Business Development Manager for Emerging Entrepreneurs

1 week ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Ottawa Community Loan Fund (OCLF) Full time

Ottawa Community Loan Fund (OCLF) is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to empowering individuals through education and affordable financing. We seek a dynamic, bilingual expert to join our team as a Business Development Manager for Emerging Entrepreneurs.

About OCLF

We provide access to loans to help individuals start, buy, or expand small businesses and professional development loans to enhance employability and support credential recognition. Our educational services include money management, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship training through community partnerships.

About the Role:

This is a full-time contract position with the possibility of extension. The salary range is $52,000 to $60,000 per year, pro-rated for the term of the contract.

As the Business Development Manager for Emerging Entrepreneurs, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing Ottawa's vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. This dynamic position combines hands-on advisory work with strategic program development. You will spend most of your time guiding aspiring entrepreneurs through the intricacies of business planning and financial management.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary contact for OCLF's involvement in ENRICH (One Hub), providing advice and support to emerging entrepreneurs.
  • Deliver engaging workshops to One Hub clients, sharing your expertise on various aspects of entrepreneurship and financial management.
  • Guide clients through the intricacies of business plan preparation, idea refinement, and financial planning.
  • Provide dedicated mentorship to newcomer clients aspiring to start their businesses.
  • Assist clients in preparing loan applications and maintaining ongoing relationships with clients.

Qualifications:

  • Fluency in English and French, with strong French language skills required.
  • Experience working with diverse communities or newcomer entrepreneurs, particularly within non-profit or community development organizations.
  • A background in delivering workshops or training sessions is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with the Ottawa business ecosystem and local entrepreneurship landscape, coupled with an understanding of immigrant entrepreneurship challenges and opportunities.


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