POSITION OVERVIEW:
The MORTAR Columbus Community Manager will be responsible for implementing strategic initiatives, being the local organizer, catalyst, and connection point throughout Columbus, Ohio & surrounding areas. This role will support the organization by prioritizing MORTAR’s history and unique value proposition; while also building relationships that align with new & existing possibilities that connect to our specific mission-driven ideas, tasks, and opportunities, measured against our Strategic Plan.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
MORTAR is undergoing a significant time of transition, growth, and expansion. For this reason, we’re adding to our high-performing team to meet these growing demands. MORTAR is currently searching for a part-time Community Manager to focus on the implementation of our MORTAR Entrepreneurship Academy in Columbus, OH. This role involves working with prospective Academy participants to shepherd them through the process of applying, interviewing, and entering the Academy. The person who fills this role will also co-facilitate the Academy program sessions, source Subject Matter Experts as special guests, and manage volunteers. The Community Manager will assist local program graduates with additional guidance & stewardship as they continue to grow their businesses.
The ideal candidate for this position must have a heart for building equitable entrepreneurial ecosystems and carving out space for entrepreneurs who are often overlooked. Experience in business development and access to the connections to assist our alums with building their businesses and relationships with city partners, mentors, suppliers, and liaisons are essential.
We’re looking for someone who possesses the ability to build valuable relationships and empower our entrepreneurs in Columbus to succeed in building their businesses. This will enable us to convert our vision, strategy, and processes - further establishing MORTAR as the go-to organization for helping communities build equitable entrepreneurial ecosystems.
.Reports to: MORTAR Expansion & Partnerships Director
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
Work with Expansion Department to implement an effective internal and external rollout plan for MORTAR Columbus
Bridge the gaps to entrepreneurial access and success by providing expert advice and training for the Academy and Alumni Network
Serve as a distinct voice, representative, and advocate for MORTAR Columbus in the community
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and execute strategies, objectives, and action plans to support MORTAR’s presence in Columbus, Ohio
Set up and attend routine meetings with community stakeholders to build relationships to help further MORTAR’s mission
Enhance community outreach efforts to find quality partners and participants
Act as a representative of MORTAR at community events, meetings, and gatherings
Implement MORTAR’s existing MORTAR Entrepreneurship Academy & Alumni program
Serve as the primary local advocate for MORTAR & our local entrepreneurs
Measure, process, and assess local impact
Establish and maintain community connections to key stakeholders and creates a calendar of events that are prioritized for MORTAR’s attendance
Act as company spokesperson when needed and responds to members of the media in a timely manner; develop and maintain positive professional relationships with various members of the media
Assist the Development Department with communicating progress and needs with existing donors and strategies to attract new donors
Perform other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:
Integrity
Advocate for Black and other marginalized communities
Passionate about the Mission, Vision, Values, Theory of Change, and Strategic Priorities of MORTAR
Thorough understanding of the local, regional& national entrepreneurial ecosystem
Demonstrated ability to establish, progress, and maintain key relationships with diverse individuals across sectors
Adhere to the utmost ethical standards, intuitive, considerate, and kind
Has experience working with others (one-on-one & group coaching) and a background in personal/business development
Hard-working, highly resourceful team player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
Be an adaptable, versatile, forward-thinking leader who is results-focused; actively seeking opportunities and proposing solutions
Flexible, optimistic, constructive, with a good sense of humor; must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines and multiple projects
Exceptional planning, time & project management skills
Expert-level administrative, written, and verbal communication skills
Emotional maturity
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
One to three years of professional experience in Nonprofit Communications
Three to five years of professional experience in business development, consulting and/or entrepreneurship
Basic knowledge in financial literacy (personal & business)
Proficiency in Google Suite, SLACK, and Asana
Experience using Salesforce or other CRM
SALARY & BENEFITS:
Salary Based On Experience
20 hours weekly to start, will grow into Full-Time position by Spring 2023
Student Loan Repayment Assistance benefit available after 90 days of employment
Discounted University of Cincinnati tuition for select majors & programs
Paid day off for your birthday
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW: