Community Development Associate
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBroad St At William St, William Street, Teachers Village, The Ironbound, Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07102, United States
About Grameen America, Inc.
Grameen America, Inc. (GAI) is the fastest-growing microfinance nonprofit organization in the United States, dedicated to helping low-income entrepreneurial women build businesses to achieve financial independence and mobility. Founded in 2008 by Nobel Peace Prize recipient Mohammad Yunus, Grameen America uses a proven group-lending model based on trust and shared accountability to support female entrepreneurs with affordable loan capital, asset and credit building tools, training, and peer support.
In 2021, Grameen America launched the Elevate initiative to accelerate the organization's commitment to racial equity. The Elevate initiative aims to meaningfully address systemic barriers and funding gaps that women in financially underserved Black communities face. Elevate branches are currently located in Harlem, NY, Newark, NJ, Memphis, TN, Atlanta, GA, and Birmingham, AL, with plans to expand nationally and reach 80,000 Black women entrepreneurs over the next decade.
About the Role
As a Community Development Associate (CDA) in Newark, NJ, you will serve as the vital link between Grameen America and the local community. This entry-level position is designed for a strong leader who thrives on building relationships and fostering growth. Your primary mission is to increase the branch's membership base through active community outreach while maintaining the trust and engagement of existing members.
In this role, you will lead and manage all member-oriented meetings, facilitating loan disbursements, repayments, and verifications. You will navigate various technology platforms to manage data entry and ensure accurate records. The day-to-day rhythm involves organizing community events to attract new entrepreneurs, facilitating weekly group meetings and trainings, and providing personalized support to help members navigate financial challenges. Success in this role requires a professional demeanor, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to multitask within a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, late evenings, and weekend events to accommodate member availability.
Equal Opportunity
Grameen America is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in its workplace. Employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual skills and qualifications without regard to the applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Grameen America, Inc. participates in E-Verify. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be able to legally work in the U.S.
Work location
On-site
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Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, English.
Education: High School diploma or equivalency preferred, or two years of relevant work experience required.
Frequently asked questions about Community Development Associate at Grameen America, Inc.
What does a Community Development Associate at Grameen America, Inc. do?expand_more
In this Community Development Associate at Grameen America, Inc. role, you will lead and facilitate weekly group meetings, trainings, and loan disbursement sessions; maintain accurate records of member transactions and input data into management systems; provide business and professional development training to support entrepreneurs; and resolve member concerns and develop repayment plans for financial challenges.
What are the requirements for this Community Development Associate role?expand_more
Grameen America, Inc. is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Proficiency in English; Minimum of High School diploma or equivalency preferred, or two years of relevant work experience required; 2 years of customer service experience; Valid driver's license required (depending on location); and Must be able to legally work in the U.S..
Where is the Community Development Associate role at Grameen America, Inc. located?expand_more
Community Development Associate at Grameen America, Inc. is based in Broad St At William St, William Street, Teachers Village, The Ironbound, Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07102, United States. This is a on-site role.