What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Navigator position at Amplify Equity?
Company Description
Amplify Equity (AE) supports community development by promoting equity and opportunity for historically marginalized communities through financial assistance, education, and mentoring. AE’s unique approach creates a path to economic mobility and generational wealth, building thriving, diverse communities. We offer small loans under $20K with no cash down, no credit scores, and no collateral. Our individual business mentoring is customized to your business journey, and we provide online courses and in-person workshops to help all business owners succeed.
Role Description
This is a full-time role for a Business Navigator located in Elmira, NY. The Business Navigator will be responsible for providing individualized mentoring and support to small business owners, developing and delivering business courses and workshops, and assisting with the administration of the Community Loan Fund. The role involves understanding the needs of diverse entrepreneurs, offering strategic guidance, fostering relationships, and contributing to the economic development of marginalized communities.
Qualifications
- Experience in business mentoring and providing individualized support
- Skills in developing and delivering business courses and workshops
- Familiarity with financial assistance programs and community loan funds
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work on-site in Elmira, Ithaca, and Binghamton, NY and contribute to the team
- Passion for supporting historically marginalized communities
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related field is preferred
- Experience working with diverse entrepreneurs is a plus
Salary : $20,000