CAREERS
Entrepreneurship Support Program
Entrepreneurship Navigator
Quadrangle Community Centre
Entrepreneurship Support Program: Entrepreneurship Navigator
Anticipated start date: January 31st, 2025
Anticipated end date: March 31st, 2026
Quadrangle's mission is to create a physical space welcoming to all members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Newfoundland and Labrador, which will house and offer services and programs designed to create social connections, provide resources, and advance all aspects of our community's health and quality of life through inclusion and diversity, community development, collaboration, and recognition. Our vision is to establish Newfoundland and Labrador as an inclusive, welcoming community regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, economic status and other diverse backgrounds. We are a registered charitable organization with a volunteer Board of Directors.
Role Description:
The Entrepreneurship Navigator role is focused on providing support, connection, and guidance to new and aspiring entrepreneurs who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community here in Newfoundland and Labrador. This position will identify a cohort of individuals who are either new entrepreneurs, or who have a business idea they would like to develop, and work to guide them through the process of setting up their new business, help them to access the correct resources, and connect them with a group of mentors in the same community to offer their insight and experience as required. The incumbent candidate will be part of Quadrangle NL’s Outreach team, and will also be available to support the regular operations of the centre’s outreach space.
The successful applicant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Responsible for the oversight and development of the program through establishing policies and best practices
Oversight of project budget
Responsible for overall integrity of the project
Communications and evaluation of the program
Identification and support of caseload of individuals who are seeking to start or grow their business idea
Creation of a network of Business Mentors that will provide peer support and guidance to mentees in program
Work with Entrepreneurship System Mapping Officer to assist in development of “Business in a Box” project by providing data from caseload
Identification of local consultants who can assist in program guidance as a partnership
Coordinate and facilitate skill workshops and presentations to caseload and others in community on small businesses and entrepreneurship topics
Provide ongoing guidance and support in navigating the legal and financial requirements in launching a small business in Newfoundland and Labrador
Build relationships with Two Spirit, trans, non-binary, intersex, and gender diverse individuals and supportive agencies across the province
Collect data on the needs of the community
Responsible for analysis results of the project through the creation and dissemination reports to our partners and various governmental departments.
Peer support and group facilitation
Provide written reports to the Executive Director as required and in project reporting when required by funders
This role will be part of Quadrangle NL’s general outreach team, and has a requirement for some in office outreach activities/support week to week.
This role requires some paid travel across the island of Newfoundland and within Labrador and some travel nationally. Access to a vehicle is required for this role.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience within and for the Two Spirit, trans, non-binary, intersex, and gender diverse community as well as the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities of NL
Experience with entrepreneurship, small business growth, and/or the local business sector
Knowledge of small business management, regulations, and operations
Ability to work with and apply a social justice, anti-racist, anti-colonialist framework and lens to the tasks of the role
Strong organizational skills
Strong strategic thinking abilities
Strong written and oral communication skills
Peer support experience
Evidence of ability to take initiative
Research and data collection experience
Evidence of ability to work independently and collaboratively
Additional assets include:
Experience with 2SLGBTQIA+ community and barriers faced
Experience in the local small business and entrepreneurial environment
Financial management experience
Design and copy editing skills
Experience with Excel, Microsoft Word, Zoom and social media platforms
Compensation is $60,000 annually, including healthcare benefits, paid-time off, winter break and RRSP.
Quadrangle NL operates a Community Centre for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, the successful applicant will be responsible to be in the centre for several shifts per week to ensure they are able to meet the needs of the community and connect with program participants.
How to apply:
Please submit a letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your qualifications and suitability for the role, your CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Submit your application package to applications@thequadnl.com
Applications will be accepted until January 15th, at 11:59pm NST.
Entrepreneurship Support Program
Entrepreneurship System Mapping Officer
Quadrangle Community Centre
Entrepreneurship Support Program: Entrepreneurship System Mapping Officer
Anticipated start date: January 31st, 2025
Anticipated end date: March 31st, 2026
Quadrangle's mission is to create a physical space welcoming to all members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Newfoundland and Labrador, which will house and offer services and programs designed to create social connections, provide resources, and advance all aspects of our community's health and quality of life through inclusion and diversity, community development, collaboration, and recognition. Our vision is to establish Newfoundland and Labrador as an inclusive, welcoming community regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, economic status and other diverse backgrounds. We are a registered charitable organization with a volunteer Board of Directors.
Role Description:
The Entrepreneurship System Mapping Officer is responsible for the development and launch of a “Business in a Box” toolkit that will provide a new, or aspiring, entrepreneur with a complete guide to launch their business idea in Newfoundland and Labrador. Working with the Entrepreneurship Navigator and the Quadrangle Outreach team, the ideal candidate will engage with community partners, members, and other organizations to identify barriers to business formation, management, and growth, while also compiling a list of resources and contacts to assist with navigating these same challenges. This research focused position will create a resource that will support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community for years to come.
The successful applicant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Responsible for oversight and development of the program through establishing policies and best practices
Responsible for overall integrity of the project
Communications and evaluation of the program
Work with the Entrepreneurship Navigator to identify barriers faced on program caseload, and help to identify possible solutions for the current caseload and future inquiries
Identification of local consultants who can assist in program guidance in a partnership
Facilitate regular focus groups with local business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and others to provide feedback on project and program
Provide ongoing guidance and support in navigating the legal and financial requirements in launching a small business in Newfoundland and Labrador
Build relationships with Two Spirit, trans, non-binary, intersex, and gender diverse individuals and supportive agencies across the province
Collect data on the needs of the community
Responsible for analysis results of the project through the creation and dissemination reports to our partners and various governmental departments.
Provide written reports to the Executive Director as required and in project reporting when required by funders
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience within and for the Two Spirit, trans, non-binary, intersex, and gender diverse community as well as the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities of NL
Experience with entrepreneurship, small business growth, and/or the local business sector
Knowledge of small business management, regulations, and operations
Strong research and presentation skills
Ability to work with and apply a social justice, anti-racist, anti-colonialist framework and lens to the tasks of the role
Strong organizational skills
Strong strategic thinking abilities
Strong written and oral communication skills
Peer support experience
Evidence of ability to take initiative
Research and data collection experience
Evidence of ability to work independently and collaboratively
Additional assets include:
Experience with 2SLGBTQIA+ community and barriers faced
Experience in the local small business and entrepreneurial environment
Design and copy editing skills
Experience with Excel, Microsoft Word, Zoom and social media platforms
Compensation is $60,000 annually, including healthcare benefits, paid-time off, winter break and RRSP.
Quadrangle NL operates a Community Centre for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, the successful applicant will be responsible to be in the centre for several shifts per week to ensure they are able to meet the needs of the community and connect with program participants.
How to apply:
Please submit a letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your qualifications and suitability for the role, your CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Submit your application package to applications@thequadnl.com
Applications will be accepted until January 15th, at 11:59pm NST.