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About Futurpreneur
Futurpreneur is a national non-profit organization that empowers young, diverse entrepreneurs, ages 18-39 to start, buy or grow their businesses in Canada, by providing loans with mentorship and resources.
Founded in 1996, we have helped more than 18,700 young entrepreneurs, promoting entrepreneurship among Canadian youth as a critical pillar for diversifying the economy, generating employment opportunities, and fostering a sustainable future.
Futurpreneur is a founding member of the G20 Young Entrepreneurs' Alliance, the Canadian member of Youth Business International and the Canadian host of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW).
Our Purpose (why we exist): To drive inclusive Canadian prosperity by fostering the success of young entrepreneurs
Our Mission (what we do every day to achieve our purpose):To empower diverse entrepreneurs ages 18-39 by providing loans with mentorship and resources to help them start and buy businesses that contribute to sustainable and inclusive economic prosperity, in their communities and across Canada.
Our Values (how we work - our core principles & commitments): We are mission-driven, collegial & collaborative, diverse & inclusive, and accountable & transparent.
Here's the opportunity: Bilingual Business Development Coordinator
The bilingual Business Development Coordinator will support business development teams in promoting Futurpreneur financing and mentoring programs for young entrepreneurs and community partners. We are seeking a motivated business development coordinator to assist our business development managers in driving lead generation and expanding the business. You will conduct market analysis, initiate contact with prospects, generate leads and propose sales strategies, maintain relationships with existing clients and address their needs, and complete a range of administrative duties. At Futurpreneur, our client base is broad. We work with three different clientele, entrepreneurs aged 18-39, mentors and local and national entrepreneurship ecosystem partners.
This is a full-time, permanent position located in one of our satellite offices in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, or Saskatchewan. The incumbent will work under our hybrid work model (minimum 2 days in the office).
What you will do:
Lead Generation and team support
Serve as a first point of contact for potential entrepreneurs to expand the company's client base
Utilize various tools and strategies to generate leads and establish initial contact base on different regional volumes and national programs offer to our diverse potential entrepreneurs
Ensure rigorous follow-ups on specific leads segments as identified by our team and where appropriate, send to a BDM, or an ecosystem partner
Provide administrative and logistical support to the Business Development team, including researching
Preparing presentations and materials, and support marketing initiatives as needed
Assist in tracking leads, opportunities, and pipeline activities to maintain CRM database
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as marketing, programs and partnerships to align business development efforts with overall company objectives
Support BD teams in mentor research to identify leads
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners
As needed, act as a point of contact for entrepreneurs, mentors, partners inquiries, requests, and feedback
Event coordination (virtual, in-person, hybrid)
Assist in researching, potential event and presentation opportunities
Support and coordinate events, conferences, and trade shows to promote Futurpreneur's offerings
Manage pre-event promotions, logistics (customer segments in CRM system), invitations, and follow-up activities for event attendees
Support BDM and Programs teams with RMPB series, as needed
At times, be in-person to assist at events, as needed by business development teams
Administration and customer service
Provide administrative and logistical support to the Business Development team, including researching opportunities, preparing presentations and materials
Support Business development teams in tracking and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) related to business development activities, such as lead conversion and pipeline follow-ups
Prepare reports and presentations to update the business development team on progress and outcomes
Assist in monitoring project timelines, budgets, and milestones to ensure planning project is on track
Collaborate with business development leadership team to evaluate and prioritize business development initiatives based on strategic objectives and market dynamic
Support BD office coordinators while on vacations, as needed
What you will have:
Relevant experience may include education with a focus on Business, Marketing, Economic development, entrepreneurship or equivalent hands-on career experience
Strong research abilities and computer literacy abilities with systems and programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM software)
Bilingualism in French & English (spoken & written) as you will be required to work on a daily basis with non-bilingual team members and/or clients across Canada and at Head office in Toronto
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work independently or as part of a team
General administration experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Analytical mindset with the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data to drive informed business decisions
Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and goal achievement
Confident, proactive and motivated, able to work with a minimum of supervision
Alignment with Futurpreneur's values and commitment to the mission/purpose of the organization
Be a role model for Futurpreneur's organizational culture by creating a positive impact at every touchpoint with people
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter and salary expectations by July 2, 2024.
What we offer:
Futurpreneur offers you the opportunity to work for an organization with a clear and compelling purpose - To drive inclusive Canadian prosperity by fueling the success of young enterprise. Respect, teamwork, diversity and inclusion, transparency, empathy, impact, innovation, high performance, recognition and working hard and having fun are important to us!
We offer an attractive compensation package that encompasses a competitive salary, amazing benefits such as, health and dental benefits package plus RRSP contribution matching, health spending account, flex hours and more.
Futurpreneur Canada is committed to an inclusive, equitable workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We embrace the unique perspectives and experiences within our team. Reasonable accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
À propos de Futurpreneur
Futurpreneur est un organisme national à but non lucratif qui habilite les jeunes entrepreneur.e.s de divers horizons, âgé.e.s de 18 à 39 ans, à démarrer, acheter ou développer leurs entreprises au Canada, en leur offrant des prêts avec du mentorat et des ressources.
Fondé en 1996, nous avons aidé plus de jeunes entrepreneur.e.s, en promouvant l'entrepreneuriat parmi les jeunes Canadien.ne.s comme un pilier essentiel pour diversifier l'économie, générer des opportunités d'emploi et favoriser un avenir durable.
Futurpreneur est un membre fondateur de l'Alliance des jeunes entrepreneur.e.s du G20, le représentant canadien du réseau Youth Business International et l'hôte canadien de la Semaine mondiale de l'entrepreneuriat.
Notre but (notre raison d'être) : favoriser la prospérité de toutes les Canadiennes et de tous les Canadiens en encourageant la réussite des jeunes entreprises.
Notre mission (ce que nous faisons chaque jour pour atteindre notre objectif) : Autonomiser les entrepreneur.e.s issus de divers horizons âgé.e.s de 18 à 39 ans en leur fournissant des prêts assortis de mentorat et de ressources pour les aider à démarrer ou à acheter des entreprises qui contribuent à la prospérité économique durable et inclusive, dans leurs communautés et à travers le Canada.
Nos valeurs (notre manière de travailler, nos principes fondamentaux et nos engagements) : nous sommes motivés par notre mission et travaillons dans un esprit de collégialité et de collaboration, de diversité et d'inclusion, de responsabilité et de transparence.
En quoi consiste cette offre d'emploi : Coordonnateur.trice bilingue des communautés entrepreneuriales
Le/La coordinateur.trice bilingue des communautés entrepreneuriales aidera les équipes des communautés entrepreneuriales à promouvoir les programmes de financement et de mentorat de Futurpreneur pour les jeunes entrepreneur.e.s, les mentor.e.s et les partenaires communautaires. Nous recherchons un.e coordinateur.trice motivé.e pour aider nos équipes des communautés entrepreneuriales à générer des prospects et à développer l'entreprise. Vous effectuerez des analyses de marché, entrerez en contact avec des prospects, générerez des pistes et proposerez des stratégies de vente, entretiendrez des relations avec les client.e.s existants et répondrez à leurs besoins, et accomplirez une série de tâches administratives. Chez Futurpreneur . click apply for full job details