Business Coordinator

Business Coordinator
Role Description: Business Coordinator
Yukonstruct is looking to hire a full-time Business Coordinator to support its entrepreneurial services. This is a key role that involves providing one-on-one guidance to entrepreneurs in the Yukon, helping them navigate the challenges of business development and grow their ventures. The role is integral to fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region.The Business Coordinator will report directly to the Director of Entrepreneurship.
Position Type:

• Full Time
• 2 Year Term

Compensation: $25-$28 per hour, based on experience and skills.
Overview:
The Business Coordinator will play a key role in supporting entrepreneurs through various stages of their business journey. This position involves offering tailored coaching, developing and managing mentorship programs, and contributing to community programming. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business coaching, program management, and community engagement.
Responsibilities:

• Pathfinding Services (40%)
  • Coordinate and Prioritize: Manage the Pathfinding services, ensuring timely and effective support for entrepreneurs. Prioritize tasks based on client needs and program goals. This may include travel to Yukon communities.
  • Business Coaching: Provide one-on-one coaching to entrepreneurs across different sectors and stages. Help them navigate business challenges and opportunities by connecting them with relevant tools, resources, and support systems.
  • Database Management: Maintain a comprehensive database to track client progress, interactions, and outcomes. Regularly update records and generate reports as needed to monitor effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Community Programming (20%)

• Event Collaboration: Partner with the Community Outreach Manager to design and execute community events that support entrepreneurs and align with organizational goals. Ensure events are relevant, impactful, and foster strong engagement within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Entrepreneur Support: Serve as a key point of contact for entrepreneurs, providing timely communication, guidance, and resources to help them navigate challenges, stay engaged, and maximize the value of available support and opportunities.

• Mentorship Program (20%)
  • Program Development: Manage a structured mentorship program to foster meaningful mentor-mentee relationships. Develop materials, define goals, and establish best practices for mentor interactions.
  • Mentor Recruitment and Onboarding: Recruit new mentors, manage relationships, and ensure mentors understand their roles and responsibilities. Match mentors with mentees to create effective and productive partnerships.
  • Event Coordination: Plan and organize events such as networking sessions, workshops, and feedback sessions to engage mentors and strengthen the mentorship network.

• Workshops (20%)
  • Workshop Development: Lead the design and planning of workshops tailored to the needs of entrepreneurs. Identify relevant topics, recruit guest speakers, and ensure workshops meet the educational and professional needs of participants.
  • Event Coordination: Organize events to provide networking, skill-building, and community-building opportunities for aspiring and current entrepreneurs. Gather feedback to continuously improve future workshops and events.
  • Training Facilitators: Recruit and train facilitators to deliver workshops, ensuring that they are well-equipped to provide high-quality instruction and support for participants.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in business coaching or coordination roles.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in program development and management.
• Proficiency with database management and feedback analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively with community partners and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of startup ecosystems and entrepreneurial support systems is a plus.

This role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of entrepreneurs while working in a supportive and impactful environment.
Please contact [email protected] or [email protected] for any further questions.