We’re a team of passionate professionals who LOVE the work we do, the communities we do it for AND the people we do it with! If you or someone you know has an inherent interest in entrepreneurship and wants to come on board to help us empower small business for big change, then introduce yourself and let’s work!
Currently, we are accepting applications for the following roles:
Full Time
RISE Navigator Program Manager
Part Time
RISE Community Business Navigator
POSITION TITLE: RISE NAVIGATOR PROGRAM MANAGER
The Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) is a Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI) with a mission of strengthening our community and contributing to economic development by fueling the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs through education, mentoring, financing, and networking. CIC is expanding its operations into southern Virginia and is partnering with the RISE Collaborative at the SOVA Innovation Hub.
A. JOB SUMMARY
CIC is currently seeking a candidate to serve as a full-time RISE Navigator Program Manager. The position will contribute to the overall growth and sustainability of the RISE Collaborative regional entrepreneurship and innovation initiative, as a member of the RISE Collaborative Leadership Team. This position will be based at the SOVA Innovation Hub in South Boston, Virginia, and will require weekly travel within the RISE region and occasional evening or weekend events. The RISE Navigator Program Manager role will have a dual focus, 1) working directly with entrepreneurs to help them access capital for their businesses and 2) coordinating with the RISE Navigators to ensure impact across the region. The position will report to the CIC Director of Communications + Engagement.
RISE Collaborative is a regional entrepreneurship and innovation initiative serving 15 localities in Southern Virginia, spanning Brunswick County west to Patrick County and north to Buckingham County. Note: Through an agreement with the SOVA Innovation Hub and GO Virginia, this is a grant-funded position for up to 24 months and may be extended if additional grant resources are identified.
The RISE Navigator Program Manager will be based and primarily work from the SOVA Innovation Hub, 715 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, VA 24592, in Halifax County, VA. The successful candidate will need to live within the Virginia/North Carolina region. This is a hybrid position with some remote work (1-2 days/week) and in-person work, including reporting to the SOVA Innovation Hub and traveling to meet with entrepreneurs in the project region. Learn more about living and working in Southern Virginia by visiting https://sovaishome.com and https://www.halifaxchamber.net/LiveHereWorkHere.
B. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Within the limits of the CIC’s programs, policies, procedures, and budget, the RISE Navigator Program Manager is responsible for and has authority to perform the duties listed below:
Lead Navigator
Program Management
C. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
D. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
E. COMPENSATION
Full time compensation of $50,000 to $55,000 annually plus health insurance, dental insurance, and retirement benefit.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter and resume to teira@cicville.org. Priority consideration will be given to applications received before April 8, 2024 and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
POSITION TITLE: OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
A. JOB SUMMARY
The Operations Coordinator is the administrative backbone of CIC’s office. This is a front desk position that will be part office manager, part receptionist and part t-crosser and i-dotter. The position will report to and their performance will be evaluated by the Director of Lending and Operations, although will work closely with all staff. This position primarily works weekdays with occasional responsibilities on evenings.
The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and customer service skills, an interest in business and entrepreneurship and willingness to serve our growing community. The ideal candidate would work full time in this position.
B. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Within the limits of the CIC’s programs, policies, procedures, and budget, the Operations Coordinator is responsible for and has authority to perform the duties listed below:
Client and Program Support
Operations
Executive Assistant
Provide administrative support to the organization’s President including:
The Operations Coordinator will have an opportunity to grow their responsibilities based on their
skills, abilities and the needs of the organization.
C. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
D. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
E. COMPENSATION
Full time compensation of $40,000 to $46,000 annually plus health insurance, dental insurance, and retirement benefit.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter and resume to carolina@cicville.org. Priority consideration will be given to resumes received by May 10, 2024, and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Target start date is in late May/early June.
POSITION TITLE: RISE COMMUNITY BUSINESS NAVIGATOR (Part Time)
A. JOB SUMMARY
CIC is currently seeking a candidate or candidates to serve as part time RISE Community Business Navigator(s) for up to 20 hours per week. The position will contribute to the overall growth and sustainability of the RISE Collaborative regional entrepreneurship and innovation initiative. This position will be based at the SOVA Innovation Hub coworking space in South Boston, Virginia, and will require weekly travel within the RISE region and occasional evening or weekend events. The RISE Community Business Navigator will be responsible for working directly with entrepreneurs and business owners to help them connect to and access resources (ex: capital, technical assistance, mentor or peer support) for their businesses and coordinating with the RISE Navigator Program Manager to ensure collective impact across the region. The position will report to the RISE Navigator Program Manager.
RISE Collaborative is a regional entrepreneurship and innovation initiative serving 15 localities in Southern Virginia, spanning Brunswick County west to Patrick County and north to Buckingham County. Note: Through an agreement with the SOVA Innovation Hub and GO Virginia, this is a grant-funded, part-time position for up to 24 months and may be extended if additional grant resources are identified.
The RISE Community Business Navigator will be based and primarily work from the SOVA Innovation Hub, 715 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, VA 24592. The successful candidate will need to live within the Virginia/North Carolina region. This is a hybrid position with some remote work (1-2 days/week) and in-person work, including reporting to the SOVA Innovation Hub and traveling to meet with entrepreneurs in the project region.
B. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Within the limits of the CIC’s programs, policies, procedures, and budget, the RISE Community Business Navigator is responsible for and has authority to perform the duties listed below:
C. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
D. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
E. COMPENSATION
Part time, hourly compensation is $30/hour, up to 20 hours per week.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter and resume to teira@cicville.org. Priority consideration will be given to applications received before May 3, 2024 and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
POSITION TITLE: RURAL ECOSYSTEM NAVIGATOR (Part Time)
A. JOB SUMMARY
The Rural Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator position is a part-time professional position responsible for cultivating partnerships through community outreach and raising awareness of entrepreneurial activities throughout Central Virginia. This role will focus on the counties of Culpeper, Orange, Rappahannock, Fauquier, Madison, Louisa, Greene, Fluvanna, and Nelson. The position will work to improve community knowledge of the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and establish relationships with businesses, individuals, and other organizations interested in supporting entrepreneurs. The role is anticipated to average 10- 20 hours per week and works remotely with a primary connection to the Charlottesville-based CIC and SBDC office at 300 Preston Avenue. This can be a staff or contractor position.
This position is an employee of Community Investment Collaborative and reports to the Director of the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CV SBDC – which serves the counties of Culpeper, Fluvanna, Nelson, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock) and the Director of the Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center (LR SBDC – which serves Fauquier County.) This position is supported by the Rural Ecosystem Builder, operating under a GO Virginia grant.
B. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Within the limits of the CIC’s programs, policies, procedures, and budget, the Rural Ecosystem Navigator is responsible for and has authority to perform the duties listed below:
C. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
D. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
E. ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Training will be offered. This is a professional role representing, and performing outreach on behalf of, regional ecosystem builders that are supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Significant outreach (cold calling) and travel are anticipated. Mileage is reimbursed beyond a 10-mile office radius. Reliable transportation is the responsibility of the employee.
F. COMPENSATION
The salary range for this 1⁄2 time position is $27,500 – $35,000, depending on level of expertise. If less than 20 hours is sought by an accepted applicant, this may be a contracted (rather than staff) position.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and three references to Mesa McMurtrey at mmcmurtrey@cvsbdc.org
We don’t expect all applicants to have every listed qualification. If you would like to explore in a conversation if you might be a good fit, please contact Mesa McMurtrey at mmcmurtrey@cvsbdc.org or 434-295-8198. We are happy to discuss the minimum qualifications to succeed in the role before you take the time to submit your application. The CV SBDC team is committed to inclusiveness and accessibility including readiness to train the right candidate for the position.
Priority deadline for application submissions is April 30, 2024.
POSITION TITLE: PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (INTERN)
A. OVERVIEW OF OPPORTUNITY
CIC is looking for a student to join its team in the role of Programs and Operations Specialist. Working at CIC is a unique opportunity to be fully involved in a diverse organization and the chosen applicant will have a meaningful impact in the development of a local community organization that supports small businesses. The Programs and Operations Specialist will be offered a variety of experiences, including but not limited to the following:
B. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Programs and Operations Specialist will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through assigned projects but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneurs in order to ensure full and ongoing support.
Students will hone their communication skills through CIC’s education programs and stakeholder engagement, expand their knowledge of business through the loan program and through the interaction with clients applying for financing.
C. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
D. SCHEDULE
The Programs and Operations Specialist will collaborate with the Operations Coordinator and the Director of Programs to establish a mutually agreeable, required, and consistent schedule of 10-20 hrs/wk. We request that the student work in the office two to four days per week depending on their hours. CIC understands classes are a priority and as such, some flexibility with remote work is allowed as needed. Our office is located at 300 Preston Ave. Suite 201, Charlottesville VA. Our office is located at 300 Preston Ave. Suite 206, Charlottesville VA.
E. COMPENSATION
This role pays $15.00 dollars per hour for a maximum of 20 hours per week.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications for Summer 2024 are currently closed. For consideration for work during the 2024-2025 academic year, please email a resume and cover letter to Hannah Deal at hannah@cicville.org.
POSITION TITLE: COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT (INTERN)
A. OVERVIEW OF OPPORTUNITY
CIC is looking for a student to join its team in the capacity of Communications Assistant. Working at CIC is a unique opportunity for students to be fully involved in a local and diverse organization. Students will be offered an array of experiences to include: developing marketing materials and client outreach, evaluating and monitoring success metrics associated with the financing and education of entrepreneurs, researching organizational funding opportunities and writing grants, arranging special events, website and social media management, developing programmatic elements, assisting with micro loan applications and proposals. Interns can be assured of having a meaningful impact in the development of a local community organization that supports small businesses.
B. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Communications Assistant will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through projects assigned but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneur clients in order to ensure full support. Therefore, will similarly have strong connections with the struggles and triumphs of business.
Students will learn the art of communication through CIC’s education programs and stakeholder engagement, the basics of business through the training courses and live client examples (Conducting interviews, writing stories, successful fundraising strategies, community impact measurement, researching businesses, and collecting information.) Furthermore, they will have the opportunity to branch out and learn about other parts of CIC.
The Communications Assistant will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through assigned projects but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneurs in order to ensure full and ongoing support.
Students will hone their communication skills through CIC’s educational programs and stakeholder engagement and expand their knowledge of business throughout the course of their internship.
C. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
D. SCHEDULE
The Communications Assistant will collaborate with the Operations Coordinator and the Director of Lending and Operations to establish a mutually agreeable, required, and consistent schedule of 10-20 hrs/wk. We request that the student work in the office two to four days per week depending on their hours. CIC understands classes are a priority and as such, some flexibility with remote work is allowed as needed. Our office is located at 300 Preston Ave. Suite 201, Charlottesville VA. Our office is located at 300 Preston Ave. Suite 206, Charlottesville VA.
E. COMPENSATION
The student will be compensated $15.00 dollars per hour for a maximum of 20 hours per week.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email a resume and cover letter to Hannah Deal at hannah@cicville.org if you are interested in learning more about this position.
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT COLLABORATIVE
Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) is a Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI) with a mission of strengthening our community and contributing to economic development by fueling the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs through education, mentoring, financing and networking.
CIC is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, race, traits historically associated with race, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, sex or gender (which includes harassment and discrimination based on gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.