2017 Youth Ventures Coordinator Position - Central
CBDC Central is seeking a dynamic person to deliver the Youth Ventures Program pending funding approval. The program involves promoting and fostering entrepreneurship among youth from the Exploits Valley District. The position will be based in Grand Falls-Windsor and requires travel throughout the region.
Applications must be received by 12:00 pm on Thursday, April 13th, 2017.
The responsibilities of the Coordinator will be to:
Promote the Youth Ventures Program aggressively
Partner with various youth organizations / community stakeholders in the region
Seek and engage the support of the business community
Develop and present workshops on youth businesses in schools and various other venues
Provide necessary counselling and support to youth in the areas of business plan development, administration and marketing
Monitor the progress of the youth businesses
Work effectively and independently with youth and peers
Prepare reports as required
Qualifications should include: A good knowledge of small business, business plan development, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Preference will be given to individuals who have completed or are currently enrolled in a business degree or business studies program. Access to a vehicle is required. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a sixteen (16) week placement with an estimated start date of April 24th. Training will be provided during the first week of hire.
Resumes will be accepted until Thursday, April 13th:
Via Email:
mark.whiffen@cbdc.ca
Subject line: Youth Ventures Coordinator
Via mail or in person:
CBDC Central
10 pinsent Drive
Grand Falls- Windsor, NL
A2A 2R6
(709) 489-4496
Find more information about CBDC & Youth Ventures at: www.cbdc.ca & www.youthventuresnl.com