New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) · 11 hours ago
Commercial Corridor and Small Business Support Manager
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expNew Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) is a community development corporation committed to sustainable development in housing opportunities and economic growth. The role focuses on managing commercial corridors, fostering small business growth, and coordinating economic development programs to enhance neighborhood revitalization in Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond.
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Responsibilities
Implement the grants supporting NKCDC’s economic development work in compliance with grant terms; carry out reporting responsibilities and assist with grant invoicing
Oversee the commercial corridors of Front/Kensington, East Girard, Frankford Ave, and Richmond/Allegheny
Coordinate revitalization efforts with businesses along these corridors to support community growth and economic development
Engage with local small businesses to understand their needs, connect them with relevant service providers and resources, and facilitate participation in economic development programs, including facade improvement and other initiatives
Continue the development of the Kensington Business Coalition
Identify and connect businesses with professional service providers that offer specialized support (e.g., marketing, legal, accounting)
Ensure these providers meet the qualifications, licensing, and insurance standards necessary to work with businesses
Organize and conduct workshops on topics relevant to small business owners, focusing on strengthening business operations and growth
Build and maintain a network of qualified service providers to support the needs of small businesses along the commercial corridors
Conduct annual business surveys and track economic conditions along the corridors to identify trends and tailor support services accordingly
Document and report ongoing efforts in the customer relationship management (CRM) system
Manage the selection process for businesses eligible for support services, including confirming eligibility, issuing contracts, and ensuring successful implementation of the scope of work
Oversee payments to service providers upon the completion of services, ensuring that all processes align with organizational policies
Manage the ordering and supplying of materials and uniform support for the corridor steward teams
Foster relationships with business owners, funders, partners, and city officials
Lead public safety initiatives in the commercial corridors; support small business organizing and coordination efforts
Work closely with neighborhood zoning committees and associations to advocate for well-designed commercial development along the corridors, ensuring that new developments align with community goals
Organize and implement events to promote the arts, music, and local entrepreneurs in the corridors
Showcase local businesses and foster a thriving community atmosphere through cultural and business-related events
Supervise a team of Commercial Corridor Stewards, a commercial corridor coordinator, and a Seasonal Garden Events Facilitator, ensuring effective coordination and execution of corridor-related activities
Proactively engage in cold calling and business visits to build relationships with local businesses, gather information, and encourage participation in relevant programs
Maintain and track a list of available commercial and industrial spaces along the corridors to help place entrepreneurs in appropriate spaces, ensuring businesses have access to suitable locations for their operations
Communicate frequently through newsletters, blogs, and social media channels
Provide up-to-date outreach and status reports to stakeholders and partners, keeping them informed about opportunities and progress of initiatives
Other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
3–4 years of relevant experience supporting businesses, communities, or economic development efforts, or a bachelor's degree in a related field such as community or economic development, city planning, public administration, or business development
1–3 years of experience in community-facing or public-facing roles, particularly those involving direct engagement with small businesses, residents, or culturally diverse communities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust-based relationships across differences and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Self-directed and proactive, with comfort conducting outreach activities including cold calls, in-person visits, and relationship-building in corridor environments
Demonstrated experience coordinating teams, projects, or collaborative initiatives, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Solid administrative, organizational, and computer skills to support program coordination, tracking, and reporting
Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and sensitivity to the lived experiences of small business owners, community members, and staff prefered
Knowledge of city programs, agencies, and business development resources, or the ability to quickly learn and navigate them; familiarity with GIS tools or mapping software is a plus
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team; meeting facilitation or event planning experience is desirable
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to equity and demonstrated experience working with culturally diverse and multilingual communities
Driver's License Required
Preferred
Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and sensitivity to the lived experiences of small business owners, community members, and staff prefered
Knowledge of city programs, agencies, and business development resources, or the ability to quickly learn and navigate them; familiarity with GIS tools or mapping software is a plus
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team; meeting facilitation or event planning experience is desirable
Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency is strongly preferred
Benefits
HMO/PPO health plan
Long- and short-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid vacation
403(b)-retirement plan
Company
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC)
New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) advances social equity & economic empowerment by nurturing and creating opportunities for residents to live in, and actively shape, their neighborhoods of choice.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
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