Business Consultant, Business Planning Program– Full Time, Salaried Position – Remote/Hybrid, Avalon Peninsula
Wage Range: $52,500 – $57,000/yr
Job Competition #: EENS-BC-FT

The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life

Join Our Team

We are seeking a Business Consultant to provide business development support services to clients. This can include coaching, business plan development, financial document development, business skills training, personal network development support, and Entrepreneurs rural outreach. The Business Consultant would liaise, consult and collaborate with a variety of individuals and organizations within the economic development community to foster ongoing partnerships. They would also be responsible for delivering remote Business Planning Program services across the province. This is a remote/hybrid, contract position with province-wide responsibility that is based out of St. John’s at the Ches Penney Family YMCA with an expected end date of May 31, 2025.

Job Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in Business or related field
  • A minimum on one year’s experience working in a business advisory or entrepreneurial support role
  • Firsthand experience operation a small business is considered an asset
  • Knowledge of community, private, and government resources available to entrepreneurs
  • A valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle
  • Current Standard First Aid
  • Acceptable Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sectors Check

Benefits of Working with the YMCA

  • Competitive compensation
  • Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
  • Enhance your health with a free YMCA membership (during contract)
  • Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
  • Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
  • Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
  • Employee Recognition Programs

Key Competencies

  • Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
  • Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
  • Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
  • Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
  • Excellent verbal and written communication; presentation; organizational and time management skill

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.