Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization · 2 weeks ago
Asset Building Specialist
Portland, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$52K/yr - $52K/yr
2+ years expThe Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is seeking an Asset Building Specialist to support their Small Business Technical Assistance and Individual Development Accounts programs. This role involves providing expert assistance to clients, addressing their needs, and ensuring high-quality service delivery in finance and business operations while engaging in community outreach and program activities.
CharityCommunitiesNon ProfitSocial Assistance
Responsibilities
Adhere to program, agency and federal legal policies on client confidentiality
Provide comprehensive, community-aware approach, and linguistically business coaching and business Technical Assistance (TA) to clients. Business coaching and business technical assistance services include support around market analysis, business plan and business development, business registration and licenses, childcare business and general businesses, business relief grant application, retail space, leasing, professional referrals, matching funds for business, education, and/or emergency services, etc
Serve as a business liaison for clients and service providers
Provides interpretation and translation as able and as needed
Protect clients’ privacy and follow agency and funder confidentiality policies
Maintain up-to-date client records in case files, in IRCO’s database, and/or in any funder-required client and reporting databases
Engage in outreach and community engagement activities
Attend and complete the training as required (e.g., some training might require certifications)
Organize activities according to an agreed upon plan with their supervisor
Facilitate program referral and activities
Assist clients providing transportation services (e.g., for opening their bank accounts, bank accounts closures, vehicle purchase, etc.)
Participate in outreach and educational activities in communities, attend meetings and conferences
Stay involved with community gatherings to promote the program services and to recruit new and eligible clients for the program services
Assist clients to study the training materials provided prior to attending the scheduled training together with clients
Conduct financial education classes
Availability to work occasional evening and weekend hours
Perform other duties as requested
Qualification
Required
Must possess a valid driver's license, current auto insurance and have full use of an automobile during work hours
English Fluency Required, Bilingual Preferred
Minimum of two years of experience with Small Business Technical Assistance and/or Individual Development Accounts programs
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and online platforms
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management staff, other employees, participants and people from external organizations
Familiarity with business resources and programs for referral and/or connections such as business registration, certifications, financial education, matching funds services, etc
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent field, or equivalent work experience required
Experience working with the business community
Must be familiar with service providers involved in business departmental services, lending, banking, social services, and/or childcare provider training and businesses
Exceptional interpersonal skills, including listening ability, problem-solving skills, and relationship building skills
Ability to work well in team setting, as well as independently; ability to be flexible and adapt well to different dynamics in a fast-paced work environment
Benefits
3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year
401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting
3% match for student loans or college savings
12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Company
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)serves the holistic needs of immigrants, refugees and mainstream community members.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Portland Business Journal
2025-02-15
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