Director - St. Louis Office
Company: Womens Business Development Center
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
EOE STATEMENT: The Women's Business Development Center is an
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by
law.
Further WBDC information is available at www.WBDC.org.
Description
The Director of the Women's Business Development Center in the St.
Louis Office maintains the standards of the Women Business
Development Center (WBDC)'s mission and values in a satellite
office serving Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Western
Wisconsin. The Director drives the WBDC's strategic plans and
initiatives in the region through events, programmatic planning,
and WBE certification.
REPORTS TO: Managing Director of Established Business Services
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Capacity Building and Procurement Programming:
Design and execute procurement and capacity-building programs for
certified Women's Business Enterprises (WBEs) and Corporate
Partners
Collaborate with aligned local partner organizations to develop,
leverage and execute capacity building programs for existing and
prospective WBEs
Participate in and speak as part of panels for business and
corporate events and serve as industry expert on WBE
certification
Attend major events and workshops in the WBDC - Midwest's other
markets to share best practices, encourage collaboration, and
leverage effective programs offered in other markets
Corporate and Government Development:
Recruit and maintain supplier diversity corporate and government
partners for assigned territory
Identify opportunities working with the WBDC's Development team in
raising programming funds
Consult and support corporate and government partners with WBE
Certification and supplier diversity initiatives and programs
Identify and develop opportunities with government entities in
assigned region to allow WBEs easier access to government contracts
including recognition of WBENC certification
Foster and maintain local strategic partnerships by participating
in relevant local networking events and staying connected to
business and opinion leaders, economic development and women's
organizations, and the media.
WBE Certification
Implement standards and procedures of Women's Business Enterprise
National Council by performing site visits for Women's Business
Enterprise (WBE) Certification applications as assigned
Enhance value of WBE certification to women business owners and
corporate and government partners by helping make connections and
providing technical assistance
Oversight Responsibilities
Maintain and enhance WBDC - Midwest's brand in region as part of
organization-wide strategy
Cultivate and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with
aligned non-profit organizations in assigned territory
Serve as lead in St. Louis office, including Revenue and expense
oversight for St. Louis Office
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree required
5-7 years of progressive work experience
Interest in women's entrepreneurship and economic development
Must be available for occasional evening and weekend work;
overnight travel 5-10% of time
Valid driver's license required
Excellent communication skills
Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite and office technology
WE OFFER YOU:
A competitive total benefits package and tremendous potential with
a mission-focused organization. Benefits include health insurance,
dental insurance, vision insurance, short term and long term
disability insurance, long term care, life insurance, and 401(k)
retirement plan with matching benefits. Salary range is $70,000 -
$80,000.
ABOUT THE WBDC:
The Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) is a nationally
recognized 501(c)3 economic development organization headquartered
in Chicago with over 36 years of successful experience assisting
women establish and grow sustainable businesses that create jobs
and fuel economic growth. The organization delivers business
development programs and services throughout Northern Illinois and,
also certifies women-owned businesses, facilitates procurement
opportunities, and offers capacity building programs in a
nine-state Midwest region with offices in Chicago, the Twin Cities,
Milwaukee, Kansas City, and St. Louis.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:
Eva Pawlik, Human Resources Generalist
Women's Business Development Center
8 S. Michigan Ave., 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60603
E-mail: epawlik@wbdc.org
Position available immediately. The Women's Business Development
Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
Further information on the WBDC is available at www.WBDC.org.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time
BENEFIT PACKAGE:
SALARY RANGE:
HIRING MANAGER(S):
LOCATION: MO, St Louis
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: The Women's Business Development Center
(WBDC) is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) business growth center
and economic development organization with 35 years of experience
helping women and other diverse entrepreneurs establish and grow
sustainable businesses that create jobs and fuel economic growth.
The WBDC delivers programs and services throughout the greater
Chicago area and certifies women owned businesses and offers
procurement services in a nine state Midwest region.
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