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WOMEN’S BUSINESS CENTER – WOMEN BUSINESS ADVISOR
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Description

Reports to: WBC Center Director

Program/Department: Women’s Business Center (WBC)

The Women’s Business Advisor at the PRCC Women’s Business Center (WBC) provides direct advising and support to women entrepreneurs and small business owners. The advisor assists clients with developing business plans, navigating licensing and permitting, financial planning, and accessing local, state, and federal resources. The advisor plays a critical role in building client capacity and promoting equitable economic development for women, especially from underrepresented communities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

? Provide one-on-one business advising to women entrepreneurs in areas such as planning, finance, marketing, and compliance.

? Conduct business needs assessments and develop personalized action plans for clients.

? Support clients in applying for grants, loans, and certifications.

? Assist in the development and delivery of culturally responsive training sessions and workshops.

? Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files and case notes in accordance with SBA and PRCC standards.

? Refer clients to appropriate internal or external partners for specialized services (legal, financial, etc.).

? Contribute to the outreach strategy to ensure high engagement of women entrepreneurs, particularly from BIPOC and immigrant communities.

? Support preparation of grant and programmatic reports by documenting outcomes and client success stories.

? Participate in PRCC and WBC events and collaborate on community-building initiatives.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

? Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

? Minimum of 2 years’ experience advising or mentoring small businesses or entrepreneurs.

? Familiarity with business licensing, permitting, and financial planning tools.

? Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

? Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

? Culturally competent and committed to women’s economic empowerment.

? Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

? Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

? Demonstrated a proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.

? A proven track record of successfully developing and maintaining business, community, and industry partner relationships.

? Ability to write, create reports, and prepare PowerPoint presentations for training purposes (English and Spanish).

? Proficient with Google Apps including: Gmail, Google Calendar, Drive, and Docs.

? Intermediate level of proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

? Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and meet established goals and deadlines.

?  A proven track record of successfully developing and maintaining business, community, and industry partner relationships.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS: OSHA Category 3 – Involves no regular exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, and tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues are not a condition of employment.


Full Time Position

 

Equal Employment Opportunity  Statement:

The Puerto Rican Cultural Center (PRCC) is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that celebrates inclusion and diversity. The PRCC provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability,

genetic information, pregnancy, or any other basis or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, The PRCC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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