Introduction Our purpose is to make skills, education and employment accessible to every person, so they can create their own world of unbounded possibilities. About BUSY… BUSY At Work is part of The BUSY Group, a not-for-profit organisation. Presenting over 47 years’ experience in skilling solutions and services to employers and businesses, job seekers and students, through apprenticeship support services, employment, education support programs, and vocational training. Description About the role The role of the Self-Employment Assistance Small Business Coordinators is to support individuals in successfully starting and running a small business by offering a range of services that support participants to develop a business idea, draft a viable business plan, and run their business. You will receive tools of the trade for this role including a laptop and mobile. So, what does an everyday look like? Facilitating tailored workshops to individuals interested in Self Employment Assistance. A strong local network to promote Self Employment Assistance Program and benefits of Self Employment to all stakeholders. Supporting individuals to explore self-employment options through both workshops and individual meetings to develop a viable business plan. Providing mentoring to individuals who have progressed in starting their business. This role is full time, fixed term until 31 October 2028 based in Maroochydore. BUSY Benefits… Competitive, above award salary; Circa $70k - $75k super bonus car 4 additional paid annual leave days – 1 My BUSY Day and 3 days at Christmas Clear pathways for internal advancement Dedicated training budget for personal and professional growth BUSY Benefits program - Paid parental Leave, retail discounts and access to Fitness Passport Community Giving day Enjoy work that genuinely impacts lives Employee Assistance Program with Sonder Wellbeing App Skills And Experiences About you . Excellent understanding and knowledge of all aspects of running a small business. Capable of completing financial spreadsheets, including cash flow (personal and business), sales forecasts, assets, liabilities and depreciation, marketing action plan, profit and loss and breakeven analysis. Proven track record of achieving performance targets and time management skills to meet deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills – ability to build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders, gain their confidence and build a sense of mutual understanding of needs and objectives. Proven ability to work within a contractually compliant environment Open drivers licence Ability to obtain a Blue Card and National Police Check with no outcomes Next steps Candidate care is important to us, this role will actively commence recruitment from the date of advertisement. The closing date of this ad is dependent on the appointment of the role. The BUSY Group is an Organisation that puts the best interest of children and young people first by adhering to the Child Safety Organisation National Principles. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening including, criminal history and relevant working with children checks. The BUSY Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from First Nations People, veterans, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
