Small Business Counselor
Provide one-on-one business counseling and support to refugee and new American entrepreneurs.
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Overview
Provide one-on-one business counseling and support to refugee and new American entrepreneurs.
You have:
- Undergraduate degree, or equivalent professional experience, in Economics, Business, Small Business Development, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Education, or related field.
- 2 years of professional experience working in entrepreneurship, business counseling, or small business development.
- Demonstrated understanding of U.S. businesses and business development systems and laws, with experience in business counseling, banking, entrepreneurship, or related endeavors.
- Experience with adult education, training, community building, and/or community development.
- Fluency in written and spoken English, with bi-lingual ability in a language commonly spoken by refugees in Salt Lake City (Arabic, Spanish, French, Dari, Pashto, Swahili, Kirundi, Somali, etc.) preferred.
- Strong organizational skills including multi-tasking, prioritizing, planning, and effective time management.
- Competency in Microsoft Office required; experience with web-based data entry systems preferred.
- Valid driver's license, active insurance policy, and access to reliable transportation.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with small business counseling and the impact it had on your clients? | This question assesses your relevant experience and effectiveness as a business counselor. | Share specific examples of successful outcomes for clients. |
| How do you approach working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds? | The interviewer wants to understand your cultural competence and adaptability. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to track your client pipeline effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give examples of how you've successfully built community partnerships? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to assist a client in building their credit. What were your steps? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure your training workshops meet the needs of your attendees? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to provide effective technical assistance to clients with varying literacy levels? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you manage your time when balancing multiple clients and responsibilities? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 10 months ago
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Updated 9 months ago
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Source:
rescue.org
