Role OverviewThe Program Developer will design and deliver programs to support child care entrepreneurs in starting, growing, and sustaining their businesses. The role combines program development, business advising, partner engagement, and outcome reporting. The ideal candidate has experience working with diverse rural and urban communities, supporting small businesses, and managing multiple high-touch programs at once.
What You Will Do
Design and deliver child care entrepreneurship programs, advise child care entrepreneurs on business planning, build and manage partnerships, track outcomes, identify funding opportunities, and support grant applications.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate is passionate about child care, entrepreneurship, and a more equitable Maine economy, with experience developing business plans, running a small business, or supporting entrepreneurs, and strong communication skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience developing business plans, running a small business, or supporting entrepreneurs
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to adapt to different audiences and literacy levels
- Experience managing sensitive matters with diplomacy and tact
- Experience with adult learning or curriculum development preferred
- Strong general management knowledge, including business planning, marketing, and finance
Benefits
- Excellent benefits
- Generous time off
- Salary range of $60,000–$70,000
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