Bilingual Small Business Developer - Cooperative Growth

Adver.info; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Family Life in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, is seeking a dynamic Small Business Developer (Spanish-English bilingual) to join our Cooperative Development Program. This on-site role focuses on growing worker cooperatives through hands-on business support, training, and community facilitation.

Responsibilities span business development, technical assistance, training, project management, and program administration, with a strong emphasis on social justice and economic empowerment for

Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Spanish is required.
• Skilled at facilitating workshops and leading group meetings.
• Experience in managing projects, meeting deadlines, and coordinating with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiar with popular education methods for teaching adults.
• Committed to social justice and economic empowerment, especially for low-income women.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least three years of professional experience; advanced degree is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Organize and inspire community groups to develop cooperative businesses.
• Support workers in governance and management systems for their businesses.
• Collaborate with partners to amplify development efforts.
• Provide tailored guidance and resources to participants.
• Innovate and refine CFL’s cooperative development tools and guides.
• Deliver hands-on business management support tailored to each cooperative’s stage of growth.
• Coach worker-owners to build leadership and management skills.
• Conduct market trends, legal/tax research, and connect cooperatives with resources.
• Mediate and support conflict resolution within cooperatives.
• Identify training needs and design workshops on business topics.
• Facilitate workshops for adults using clear language.
• Use project management tools to organize and execute initiatives.
• Foster clear communication among stakeholders and adapt strategies.
• Ensure deliverables are met while navigating ambiguity.
• Participate in team meetings, data tracking, and reporting efforts.
• Contribute to outreach and special projects as required.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Facilitator

Project management

Educator at heart

Social justice advocate

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business Administration / Social Work / Community Development)

Job description

Center for Family Life in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, is seeking a dynamic Small Business Developer (Spanish-English bilingual) to join our Cooperative Development Program. This on-site role focuses on growing worker cooperatives through hands-on business support, training, and community facilitation.

Responsibilities span business development, technical assistance, training, project management, and program administration, with a strong emphasis on social justice and economic empowerment for