BRIDGE Program Director: Lead Small Biz Growth & Grants

Delta State University; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta State University seeks a Project Director for the BRIDGE Program to coordinate and direct activities supporting small businesses in securing contracts at local, state, and federal levels.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business or related field and at least five years of development and technical assistance experience. Strong leadership, budgeting, reporting, and stakeholder communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
• Five years of business development and technical assistance experience.
• Proven experience in managing complex projects and delivering on time and on budget.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and direct BRIDGE program activities to assist small businesses.
• Provide virtual and technical assistance using software such as QuickBooks.
• Develop grant proposals and research funding sources.
• Oversee budgets and ensure financial accountability.
• Prepare project reports for stakeholders.
• Network with local, state, and national agencies for program development.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Facilitation

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

MS Office

Video conferencing tools

Zoom

Google Meet

Duo

Job description

Delta State University seeks a Project Director for the BRIDGE Program to coordinate and direct activities supporting small businesses in securing contracts at local, state, and federal levels.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business or related field and at least five years of development and technical assistance experience. Strong leadership, budgeting, reporting, and stakeholder communication skills are essential.