Small Business Consultant

Foundation for Community Impact & Health Equity • Contract • United States • $3k - $6k / month • 5d ago

Overview

The Foundation for Community Impact & Healthy Equity is a nonprofit 501(c)3 designated organization based in Ridgeway, SC. Our mission is to advance health equity by offering strategic public health programs and collaborative support services to help organizations maximize their impact in communities. We work to build capacity in communities and offer project management, training and strategy to improve health outcomes. Our organization has vast expertise in the following public health areas: agriculture, chronic disease prevention and management, nutrition and food access, minority health and health equity and maternal and child health. We are engaged with local communities and work with them to create relevant and sustainable solutions focused on addressing the social determinants of health.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Consultant to join our team. This role is crucial in providing strategic business planning and coaching support to members of the Cultiv8 Agribusiness Incubator via one-on-one technical assistance and group workshops. Additionally, the Business Consultant will oversee the Healthy Food Business Intensive Program as the Project Manager, ensuring successful execution of program objectives. This position is partially funded by the USDA 2501 Program to reach minority and underserved/socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers.

Duties

Provide one-on-one business planning and coaching to incubator members, focusing on sustainable growth, operational efficiency, marketing strategies, and financial management.
Develop tailored business development plans aligning with each member’s goals and community impact objectives.
Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and peer learning opportunities to enhance entrepreneurial skills among incubator participants.
Act as Project Manager for the Healthy Food Business Intensive Program, overseeing planning, coordination, and implementation.
Monitor program progress, measure outcomes, and provide reporting to stakeholders.
Collaborate with partner organizations, funders, and community stakeholders to ensure alignment with community needs and program goals.
Identify additional opportunities for business development support and capacity building within the Incubator network.
Maintain detailed records of coaching sessions, program activities, and outcomes.
Provide management consulting services to enhance organizational performance.
Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Agribusiness, Entrepreneurship, Community Development, or a related field;
Minimum of 5 years of experience in business consulting, project management, or equivalent roles.
Proven experience working with small businesses, startups, or incubator programs, preferably in agribusiness or food systems.
Experience in business curriculum development and delivering technical assistance to startup businesses.
Strong understanding of sustainable business practices and the challenges faced by small-scale agriculture/food entrepreneurs.
Excellent coaching, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work independently.
Commitment to community development and health equity principles.
Strong written, verbal and visual communications skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work well with diverse partners and constituents and function as a productive member of a team
Attention to detail and a strong value for high-quality work products
Experience using Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook or similar programs.
Flexibility and adaptability to a fast-paced work environment
Proven experience in business consulting or a related field.
Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Type of Appointment: Contract

Time Limited Duration: 5 months

Job Close Date: Open Until Filled

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $3,000.00 - $6,000.00 per month

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