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RDF

Director of Communications

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

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ABOUT RDF RDF is a national Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and impact investor dedicated to expanding access to capital in underserved communities. We finance transformative ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Loan Servicing Specialist

Phoenix, AZ

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ABOUT CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical support ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Front Desk Administrative Assistant

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical assistance to ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Front Desk Administrative Assistant

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical assistance to ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Loan Servicing Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ABOUT CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical support ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Loan Portfolio Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

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ABOUT PRESTAMOS Prestamos CDFI, a division of Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) , is committed to expanding economic opportunity by providing responsible lending solutions to underserved communities and ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Front Desk Administrative Assistant

Phoenix, AZ

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical assistance to ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Intake Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical support ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Loan Portfolio Manager

Phoenix, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ABOUT PRESTAMOS Prestamos CDFI, a division of Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) , is committed to expanding economic opportunity by providing responsible lending solutions to underserved communities and ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Intake Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical support ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Intake Specialist

Phoenix, AZ

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical support ...

Quontic

Closer

Mesa, AZ · On-site +1

$63K - $80K/yr

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  • PTO

Quontic Bank is a CDFI federally chartered digital community bank. We have a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to local communities. We're making ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Business Advisor

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

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CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical support ...

Quontic

Closer

Mesa, AZ

$63K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Quontic Bank is a CDFI federally chartered digital community bank. We have a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to local communities. We're making ...

Chicanos Por La Causa

Business Advisor

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical support ...

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Director of Women's Business Center Program

Chicanos Por La Causa

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Chicanos Por La Causa rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Empower women-led small businesses.
Prestamos CDFI is seeking a mission and results-driven Director for our Women's Business Center!
ABOUT
CPLC Prestamos is an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity that has provided small business loans and high-quality technical support services to business owners in underserved communities since 1980. CPLC Prestamos now offers loan products, business consulting services and investment opportunities in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas.
WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT DIRECTOR?
  • You are a strategic leader with experience driving program success, operational excellence, and community impact in business, economic, or nonprofit development.
  • You bring strong grant management expertise, including federal compliance, budgeting, reporting, and performance oversight, preferably within SBA-funded programs.
  • You are a skilled fundraiser and relationship builder with a track record of securing non-federal funding through partnerships, sponsorships, and other sustainable revenue sources.
  • You are an effective people leader who develops high-performing teams, fosters accountability, and promotes a collaborative, values-driven culture.
  • You are a confident communicator and ambassador who builds trust with entrepreneurs, funders, government agencies, and community partners while advancing opportunities for women-owned businesses.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
As the Director of the Women's Business Center (WBC) you will bring strategic, operational, and fiscal leadership. You will drive the overall performance, compliance, sustainability, and impact of the WBC, ensuring full alignment with SBA Cooperative Agreement requirements, program directives, and performance metrics.
You will lead the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of high-quality business advisement, training, and technical assistance services focused on women entrepreneurs. In addition to program leadership, you will play a critical role in securing and managing the required non-federal match for the WBC grant through fundraising, partnerships, earned revenue, and allowable in-kind support.
Using your ability to influence, motivate, engage, and connect, you will represent the WBC to funders, the U.S. Small Business Administration, community partners, and the public. Leading and directing the center staff, you will position the Women's Business Center as a regional leader in women's business development while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
  • Program Leadership & Operations: Lead and manage all Women's Business Center operations, ensuring SBA compliance, program effectiveness, high-quality service delivery, and alignment with organizational goals. Oversee the Center's overall performance, compliance, sustainability, and impact.
  • Grant Management, Compliance & Reporting: Administer the SBA Cooperative Agreement, overseeing compliance, budgeting, financial tracking, and timely reporting meeting all federal requirements.
  • Match Funding Development & Sustainability: Drive fundraising and partnership efforts to secure required non-federal matching funds and ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the Women's Business Center.
  • Staff Leadership & Team Development: Supervise and develop staff, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment that reflects CPLC's values of Community, Ownership, Respect, Empowerment, Integrity and Quality.
  • Outreach, Advisory Board & Representation: Lead community outreach, manage stakeholder and Advisory Board engagement, and serve as the public representative and advocate for the Women's Business Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
Education /Background:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Required and Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in small business development, economic development, nonprofit management, or a related field.
  • Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of progressive leadership experience in small business development, economic development, nonprofit management, or a related field.
  • Preferred certification in Business Administration, Management, or related field, complemented by continuous professional development in current business practices.
  • Demonstrated experience managing federal or state-funded grants, including compliance, reporting, budgets, and audits; direct experience with SBA programs or Cooperative Agreements strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience working with an SBA Women's Business Center or other SBA-funded resource partner program (SBDC, SCORE, VBOC).
  • Direct experience meeting or exceeding SBA WBC match requirements through diversified funding strategies.
  • Experience working with women-owned businesses, entrepreneurs of color, rural entrepreneurs, or other underserved populations.
  • Familiarity with SBA reporting systems, performance metrics, and program monitoring processes.
  • Experience serving as a liaison to advisory boards, funders, or government partners.
  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities relevant to the communities served.
  • Experience working within a CDFI, nonprofit lending organization, or community development organization.

Additional Requirements:
  • Proven track record of securing and managing non-federal match funding for grants, including cash and allowable in-kind contributions.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute fundraising, sponsorship, partnership, or earned-revenue strategies to meet required match obligations.
  • Experience supervising and leading multidisciplinary teams, including hiring, performance management, and professional development.
  • Strong financial acumen, including experience working with program budgets, allowable costs, and grant-funded expenditures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing grant reports, funder communications, and public presentations.
  • Ability to represent the organization professionally with funders, government agencies, community partners, and the media.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and compliance requirements simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with data tracking systems, client management databases, and Microsoft Office or equivalent platforms.

BENEFITS
We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits:
  • Generous Paid Holiday
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
  • Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
  • Life + Disability options
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Telemedicine & Concierge Services
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
  • Mileage Reimbursement for qualifying roles
  • Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

The choice is now. The impact is forever. Join La Causa today!
Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster
California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right's Department Fair Chance Act webpage.

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