Credit Counselling Society · 23 hours ago
Bilingual Community Development Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$61K/yr - $72K/yr
3+ years expCredit Counselling Society is an accredited non-profit organization that offers support to clients encountering financial challenges. They are seeking a Bilingual Community Development Specialist to raise awareness of their impact within communities by developing partnerships and delivering educational support.
FinanceFinancial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Identify organizations to develop new partnerships through community engagement and networking
Use investigative skills to identify prospective contacts and develop compelling messages
Nurture and maintain partner relationships through onboarding, educational support, impact reporting, and stakeholder awareness
Identify potential sponsorship ideas and refer high-potential partners to the Corporate & Community Relations Manager
Qualification
Required
Fluency in both English and French is required
Post-secondary degree or diploma, preferably in communications or education, is an asset
Three to five years of experience in finance, business development, and education
Entrepreneurial mindset and a well-developed professional relationship-building skill set
Ability to manage a portfolio of corporate relationships with a high degree of confidence
Ability to build and manage their own client pipelines
Dynamic presentation, facilitation, and teaching skills, with the ability to engage audiences
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others and address and resolve concerns or objections
Understanding of consumer credit and personal money management concepts
Empathy and a genuine desire to work as part of a team and help people
Positive, can-do attitude and a solution-focused approach, with the ability to adapt to change and work well under pressure
Strong organizational abilities, including the ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Proficiency in CRM applications and usage
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Successful candidates will be required to complete the Certified Educator in Personal Finance (CEPF) certification program within one year of their start date in the role
Preferred
Media experience is an asset
Benefits
Three weeks vacation to start, plus 3 CCS days to use at your discretion and 6 Sick/Personal Days each year.
A comprehensive health and wellness benefits package, including prescription coverage, Extended Health and Dental Coverage, a Health Spending Account, and a Wellness Spending Account.
A long-term savings program with employer matching (up to 5% in the first 5 years of employment, with increases upon completion of 5, 10, and 15 years).
Educational reimbursements (up to $2,500/year).
Roles which require a team member to speak both French and English will qualify for a Bilingual Credit, valued at $800 annually and paid on a prorated bi-weekly basis.
The opportunity to participate in our two-level employee development program and supplemental mentoring relationships to support those interested in furthering their professional growth.
Celebration of personal and organizational milestones, including a paid day off when moving or getting married, as well as gifts for important events like having a child or celebrating a milestone service anniversary.
Employee and family assistance program that offers counselling support as well as a wide variety of support resources.
Company
Credit Counselling Society
Credit Counselling Society is an accredited non-profit charity that helps Canadians with their money.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Peta Wales
President and CEO
Recent News
Financial Post
2025-08-21
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