Project Associate, Entrepreneur Works

Posted by on March 12, 2012

Project Associate, Entrepreneur Works

Posted on: March 1, 2012

POSITION SUMMARY

Entrepreneur Works is a private non-profit organization with a mission to cultivate and promote successful microenterprises, thus creating economic prosperity and employment in distressed communities throughout the Philadelphia region. Entrepreneur Works provides a comprehensive array of micro loan products and business development services to 400 individuals annually to help them establish, stabilize or expand their small businesses.

The Project Associate is an important member of the Entrepreneur Works team who facilitates the organization’s signature program, the Peer Group Microenterprise Program. This position coordinates and assists with managing peer groups, markets and promotes the program and maintains all data and reporting requirements.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The position requires a flexible, energetic and highly organized individual with excellent communications skills who has an outgoing personality and is able to be results-oriented who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment. Must have demonstrated experience working with diverse and underserved populations. Must be comfortable with a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment and have the ability to multi-task. Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Marketing/Outreach

Conducting marketing/outreach strategies for programs and services, including canvassing target markets; distributing promotional materials; developing and maintaining relationships with key organizations that provide access to our target population; maintaining electronic social media (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
Establishing strategic partnerships with organizations/businesses, etc.
Organizing and conducting orientation sessions for programs and services
Conducting on-going marketing activities targeted to Entrepreneur Works’ existing customers, customer database and target market
Developing and implementing innovative marketing initiatives in order to reach target client demographics
Identifying opportunities and representing the organization at networking events, business fairs, and other events
Ensuring all goals are reached concerning participation in Entrepreneur Works’ events

Peer Group Development

Assist peer group facilitators with coordinating and managing groups and their activities including:
Executing enrollment into Peer Program
Coordinating/scheduling/hosting workshops, meetings, networking events, etc.
Securing workshop/meeting/networking event facilities and resources (i.e. presentation equipment, materials, instructors/guest speakers, etc.)
Coordinating and scheduling workshops/classes
Corresponding with business development consultants, instructors, guests, etc.
Assisting Director with creating Peer Group services and programs
Maintaining and executing all reporting requirements for Entrepreneur Works’ Peer Group Microenterprise Program (including data input, writing program reports, files, etc.)
Maintaining and executing all client data input required for program reports and statistics
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Entrepreneurial Development

QUALIFICATIONS

College degree preferred
1-3 years experience in an office environment
Extensive computer skills. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe); ability to learn new software applications quickly
Proven skills in social networking (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
Superior verbal and writing communication skills
1-3 years’ experience in program administration preferred
Public speaking and presentation skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to multi-task
Creative and critical thinking skills
Ability to effectively communicate with people from various backgrounds
Has demonstrated experience in community outreach
Must be committed to Entrepreneur Works’ mission of growing successful businesses in low- and moderate-income communities.

TO APPLY

Candidates should send a thoughtful cover letter and resume by e-mail with “Project Associate” in the subject header to:

Entrepreneur Works
ATTN: Theo Thompson
[email protected]
No phone calls please.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis

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