Small Business Growth Advisor

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Holiday

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days

Medical, Dental, and Vision for family

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) seeks a seasoned business advisor to help small and medium‑sized entrepreneurs turn ideas into sustainable growth.

You will provide tailored guidance in business planning, operations, marketing, and financial management, and support borrowers through loan readiness and application processes. You will build strong relationships with clients, deliver one‑on‑one coaching, and facilitate workshops, webinars, and events that expand access to capital and business

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required; Bachelor's degree in related field highly preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in various aspects of business management, including planning, operations, marketing, and finance.
• Ability to analyze and interpret business information to provide practical advice.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to convey complex concepts simply.
• Degree or certification in Business Administration, Management, or related field; continuous professional development.
• Flexibility to adapt to different working environments, including remote consultations, on-site visits, and flexible scheduling based on client availability.
• English/Spanish bilingual highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive business advising and technical assistance to SMB owners, helping them identify opportunities for growth and long-term success.
• Assess clients’ unique business needs and provide tailored guidance in planning, operations, marketing, and financial management.
• Support borrowers by helping them navigate the loan process, improve loan readiness, gather required documentation, and submit complete loan applications.
• Build meaningful relationships with entrepreneurs, deliver coaching, and facilitate workshops, webinars, and community events focused on education and access to capital.
• Communicate complex business concepts in clear and practical ways to expand economic opportunity in underserved communities.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Degree or certification in Business Administration/Management

Job description

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) seeks a seasoned business advisor to help small and medium‑sized entrepreneurs turn ideas into sustainable growth.

You will provide tailored guidance in business planning, operations, marketing, and financial management, and support borrowers through loan readiness and application processes. You will build strong relationships with clients, deliver one‑on‑one coaching, and facilitate workshops, webinars, and events that expand access to capital and business