Business Advisor, Self Employment Program
1 month ago
Date Posted: May 23rd, 2024
Position Title: Business Advisor, YMCA Self Employment Program
Terms: Term, Part-Time
Location: Remote & Robert Lee YMCA (955 Burrard Street Vancouver), Vancouver (with regular travel required to work sites across the Lower Mainland)
Hours of Work: 17.5 hours per week
Salary: $27,000 annually
Start Date: July 2024
End Date: March 31, 2027
Reports To: Manager, Self Employment Program
Nature and Scope:
The Business Advisor will support WorkBC clients as they transition towards business launch, providing ongoing 1:1 support over the first 12 months of their start-up period. Working in a team comprising of other Advisors, manager and administrative support, the Business Advisor will be responsible for managing a caseload of clients at different stages of the program, while coaching individuals towards successful outcomes.
Responsibilities:
Recruit, screen, and assess participants for program suitability and eligibility Conduct community outreach and marketing to engage and recruit participants as needed Coach and mentor participants to create an individualized business plan Create, prepare and facilitate small business workshops Facilitate group training/education and networking meetings Research and provide relevant resources customized for each participant Manage participant files/information (electronic and/or hard copy) Maintain detailed case notes Conduct participant follow-up, documentation and reporting Fundraise and support YMCA’s initiatives as needed Other duties as requiredQualifications/Experience:
3-5 years small business experience Bachelor’s Degree in business, education and/or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience Coaching, counselling and/or mentoring education and/or experience Outstanding facilitation experience, with the knowledge, techniques and personality to easily engage participants Knowledge of business trends and community resources Knowledge of WorkBC program policies an asset Strong business writing skills, including experience with business plans and financial projections Excellent communications skills, including verbal and written English Proven competence with administration and reporting Good Microsoft Office skills Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start dateYMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources department.
Situation:
YMCA BC is a charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community, by nurturing the potential of children, teens & young adults, promoting healthy lifestyles, fostering a sense of social responsibility and delivering lasting personal & social change to grow in spirit, mind, and body.
Since January 2023, YMCA of Northern British Columbia, YMCA-YWCA of Kamloops and YMCA of Greater Vancouver are officially one association, with one mission to strengthen our impact for communities across British Columbia. We are YMCA BC. This transition marks a new chapter in our long-standing history of building communities, transforming lives, and connecting people of all ages, stages, backgrounds and abilities, to unique opportunities to learn, grow, and reach their potential.
YMCA BC provides services in health, fitness & aquatics, child care, camping, employment & community services to over 150,000 participants annually. Our values guide our decision-making and behavior:
Do the right thing - We are caring, respectful, honest and responsible in all we do Put people first - We believe in the strengths, perspectives and passion of people Keep our promises -We do what we say we will do Lead by example -We are courageous, speak with conviction, listen attentively and collaborateCompetencies:
In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, the candidate should possess the following competencies:
Leading Self
Evolve in Professional Capability – Commit to being better Achieve Excellence and Authenticity – Show up with the best version of youLeading Others
Develop the Potential in Others – Help people grow and lead Create a Culture of Connection – Build bridges between people and partnersLeading Mission
Think and Act Strategically – Make good decisions and act on them Make an Intentional Impact – Advance the strength and cause of the YApplication Process:
Internal Applicants : Please apply online through the ADP Workforce Now Career Center.
External Applicants: Please apply using the link below:
Application Deadline: 6:00pm on June 1st, 2024
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