Director for Community and Small Business Engagement

Director for Community and Small Business Engagement

Who We Are

The Hispanic Federation (HF) is the nation's premier Latino nonprofit membership organization. Founded in 1990, HF supports Hispanic families and strengthens Latino institutions through grant making and direct services in the areas of education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment, and the environment. Values that drive our work include equality, fairness, diversity, and empathy.

Who We Seek

The Hispanic Federation seeks a dynamic Director of Community and Small Business Engagement to manage HF’s Economic Empowerment programmatic and advocacy efforts that aim to increase the financial security of Latino families. The Director of Community and Small Business Engagement will report to the Vice President for Community and Economic Development and supervise the work of HF’s Economic Empowerment Program Coordinator. The Director will oversee the organization’s economic empowerment portfolio including HF’s direct service programs: financial education series, hunger relief operations, poverty reduction campaigns, small business supports, and workforce development initiatives. The Director will also support advancing HF’s economic empowerment public policy advocacy priorities and capacity building work.

Position Location: New York, NY

Reports to: Vice President for Community and Economic Development

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Small Business Support

• Serve as the first point of contact for community outreach; refer individuals to appropriate services available to them and provide access to services.

• Oversee the coordination of virtual and in-person community workshops or forums.

• Lead community outreach and develop relationships; facilitate conversations and meetings between stakeholders.

• Work closely with Hispanic Federation HQ and Economic Empowerment Team to oversee community-based grants and promote services.

• Coordinate with partners to promote the program services to small businesses and local community organizations.

• Support curriculum development and creation of community toolkits to serve as a template and provide guidance to small businesses and nonprofits supporting them.

• Administer small business support services as needed.

Workforce Development

• Support HF’s workforce development initiatives, including the implementation of an accelerator for Latino non-profit organizations in the digital workforce development space.

• Activate additional workforce development initiatives including the implementation of digital learning hubs and production of career events connecting job seekers to employment opportunities and skills training resources.

Other

• Ensure the high quality and success of Hispanic Federation’s Economic Empowerment programs

• Cultivate key relationships and partnerships with community leaders in Hispanic Federation’s network

• Collect data and track impact of programs

• Maintain accurate records and manage program budgets, provide timely financial and program activity reports on grants and program initiatives internally, comply with all reporting requirements, and prepare programmatic reports for funders.

• Assist with other Hispanic Federation projects and initiatives as requested.

• Provide support for special events and projects (sometimes requiring additional hours worked)

• Willingness to travel

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of a BA/BS degree and demonstrated knowledge of community engagement work within underserved low-income communities, preferably in small business and/or workforce development program management.

• At least three (3) years of professional experience in non-profit program management, capacity building, community outreach and/or advocacy work

• Strong ability to develop work plans, manage budgets, set deadlines, oversee multiple projects and duties simultaneously, and prioritize assignments.

• Ideal applicants will be efficient, results-oriented with high energy and exhibit an exceptional ability to work with others.

• Self-starter with ability to adapt to evolving situations.

• Strong commitment to Hispanic Federation's mission and core values.

• Excellent, well-developed verbal and writing skills are essential.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

• Experience managing coordinators, interns, and volunteers preferred.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000 and is commensurate with experience.

Compensation includes fully subsidized medical, dental, vision insurance accessible on first day of employment; access to flexible spending for medical and transportation; and a 403 (B) retirement plan with a company match after 6 months of service.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

HF will adhere to all local, state, and federal vaccine requirements. HF requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees. Reasonable Accommodations based on a qualifying disability, medical necessity or sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable law will be considered upon request.

To Apply

Please submit a résumé, cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications, with “Director of Community and Small Business Engagement” in the subject line. No telephone calls.

For more information about the Hispanic Federation, go to www.hispanicfederation.org.

Hispanic Federation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation and/or other protected categories.