Opportunity Fund Program Coordinator

The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) is seeking a passionate and driven Opportunity Fund Program Coordinator to support WBDC’s grantmaking programs focused on investing in women-owned businesses across Connecticut. This position reports to the Opportunity Fund Program Lead. The Opportunity Fund Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the administration of WBDC’s Opportunity Fund, ensuring that grant awards and complementary services are accessed equitably and impactfully by women-owned businesses across the state. WBDC is currently operating in a hybrid model, with staff expected to be in the office 2 days/week (Tuesday/Thursday). This role will be based in WBDC’s Hartford office and will support our work across the state. Travel to our offices in Stamford, Waterbury, and New London, as well as other locations across Connecticut, will be required. The compensation is $42,000 - $47,000, plus benefits. Duties and Responsibilities Assist with the development and implementation of WBDC’s Opportunity Fund Grant programs, which currently include the Launch Pad, Ignite, and Accelerate grant programs Support and coordinate the full grant life cycle, including tracking of applications, awardees, delivery of funds, efficient screening of applications by review committees, and follow up with all applicants Execute grant programs through Zengine (Submittable) grant software, including application build, review processes, and managing application data Track and provide reports on operational metrics through analysis of program data, gaps, and impact surveys (in conjunction with Impact Team), and present to Senior Management and key stakeholders Organize and facilitate information sessions with clients on the Opportunity Fund grant programs Work with the Marketing team on communications and events to promote the Opportunity Fund and its recipients Serve as a member of the Programs Team, collaborating with regional Program Managers, Business Advisors, Impact Team, Child Care Team, and others Serve as the primary point of contact on various Opportunity Fund grant programs, communicating with clients, staff, stakeholders, and internal teams via phone and email Represent and assist at WBDC programs and events Represent WBDC at partner events and meetings Other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum 1-2 years professional experience, with proven results in program and project management, and customer service Undergraduate degree in business or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree Excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with acute attention to detail Sales and customer-service oriented with recognized skills in client outreach, and sensitive to the needs of a diverse, multicultural client base Passion for supporting women entrepreneurs and small business owners Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Experience with Zengine, or similar grants management software, a plus Experience working with small business owners/entrepreneurs a plus Fluency in English and Spanish a plus Must have own transportation as this position requires travel between locations Benefits WBDC offers a competitive benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; a retirement plan; paid time off; and holidays, in a supportive working environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement WBDC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome qualified applicants to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr