Economic Development Coordinator - Bilingual Preferred

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains•Albuquerque, NM

31d

About The Position

The Economic Development Coordinator assists in the overall operations and administration of economic development program that supports the self-sufficiency and financial well-being of eligible refugee families. This position will be responsible for the ongoing development, implementation, and completion of daily tasks of the program to ensure desired program outcomes meet required metrics as indicated in the programs scope of work.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
English language abilities and functional fluency in one or more foreign languages preferred.
Cross cultural sensitivity and knowledge with the ability and desire to work with people of other cultures, some of whom will be limited English speakers.
Expertise in building and maintaining relationships with a variety of community partners.
Skilled at, problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation, collaboration, coordination and mediation.
Written communication skills, ability to write reports and to make presentations.
Detail-oriented, extensive documentation skills, organized and able to multi-task.
Attention to punctuality for work, appointments and report dates. Ability to self-start and work well in a team setting as well as individually.
Computer skills in Word, Excel, and the use of email and other applications.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide proof of auto liability insurance at the level of $100,000/300,000/100,000.
Demonstration of commitment to the mission, values and vision of Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains.
Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance or related field from preferred; or 2-3 years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Background or base knowledge in business startup, business education and financial literacy preferred.
English language abilities and functional fluency in one or more foreign languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct intakes with each potentially eligible participants, determine eligibility for the program and provide accurate documentation including orientation.
Maintain positive relationships with key community partners that provide wraparound support, financial literacy training, asset-specific training, business consulting, and technical assistance support.
Provide direct counseling and technical assistance to clients on savings, credit, financial literacy, loans, asset building, and business consulting.
Track, organize, and evaluate participant progress and outcomes, Coordinate with third party vendors from whom clients wish to purchase their asset including verifying value and provision of payment.
Track, organize, screen, and evaluate participants and their progress towards gaining a loan.
Prepare and submit program reports to funders in a timely matter including documenting success stories while maintaining organized client files and entering information into specific databases.
Coordinate program development efforts to ensure that program outcomes are achieved.
Keeps supervisors informed of trends, issues, and developments in providing services.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local contracts and requirements, including HIPAA.
Perform other duties as assigned.