Calgary, Alberta, Canada · Hybrid
At Momentum, we are committed to building a society where everyone belongs. Where we are all valued for who we are and where we are all given the tools and opportunities to build the life we want. We value diversity, and…
Skills: Facilitation, Adult education, Entrepreneurship, Business coaching, Communication
Calgary, Alberta, Canada · Hybrid
Momentum is a community economic development organization committed to innovative approaches to poverty reduction. Through programs in employment, entrepreneurship and financial empowerment, we help people build sustaina…
Skills: Financial Reporting, Process Automation, Dynamics GP, Advanced Excel, Power Query
Calgary, Alberta, Canada · Hybrid
At Momentum, we are committed to building a society where everyone belongs. Where we are all valued for who we are and where we are all given the tools and opportunities to build the life we want. We value diversity, and…
Skills: Program Management, Group Facilitation, Community Outreach, Participant Assessment, Case Management
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The Small Business Facilitator will deliver entrepreneurship program curriculum and provide one-on-one business coaching to participants. They will also maintain accurate records, contribute to reporting, and collaborate with the team to ensure smooth service transitions.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and at least 3 years of experience facilitating for adult learners. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Zoom is required, along with a strong understanding of small business development.
At Momentum, we are committed to building a society where everyone belongs. Where we are all valued for who we are and where we are all given the tools and opportunities to build the life we want. We value diversity, and we believe everyone has a role to play in building a just and equitable society. We’re changemakers transforming our community for the good of all.
The Organization:
Momentum is a community economic development organization committed to innovative approaches to poverty reduction. Momentum empowers people to develop the skills and knowledge they need to manage their finances, start their own businesses, and train for a new job. With this focus on adult education, entrepreneurship, and community, we provide an environment for people to reach their goals.
Momentum became certified as a Great Place to Work in Canada in 2021 and has maintained that certification each year since. Great Place to Work is a global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and we prioritize creating an open, equitable, inclusive, and growth-focused environment for everyone at Momentum. If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the positions below to see if there’s a fit with your skills and experience. To learn more about our values visit our website.
What you’ll be doing:
The work of the Local Economy Development (LED) Department is focused on empowering Calgarians to move towards economic prosperity through entrepreneurship. The LED department delivers small business training, provides microloans and offers one-on-one business coaching.
This Small Business Facilitator, Casual position supports the LED department by facilitating Momentum’s Entering Entrepreneurship (EE), Business Feasibility Study (BFS), Part-time Self-Employment (PSE), and Self-Employment (SE) programs on a casual basis and providing coverage for program facilitators as needed. This may include facilitating Momentum’s curriculum, hosting guest-speaker-led sessions, and supporting participants with 1:1 business coaching sessions.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
Who we’re looking for:
At a glance, you are someone who:
What you will need to do the job well:
A resume only goes so far in expressing who you are and the unique perspectives you bring. If you believe your skills and experience align with the role—but you might not check all the boxes—we want to hear from you
To apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter, including your salary expectations. To celebrate diversity, you may also include a preferred method of application, such as a personalized video introduction, a project showcasing your skills, or a tailored portfolio that aligns with the organization's vision and values.
Closing Date: Aug 31, or until a suitable candidate is found.
Applicants must state hourly rate expectations in their application.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
To see why Momentum is a great place to work and what we have to offer visit www.momentum.org
Momentum supports people living on a low income to start their business, manage and save their money, and get a good job
Momentum is a change-making organization that combines social and economic strategies to reduce poverty. We use a holistic approach that covers everything from financial literacy, entrepreneurship and skills training, to developing communication skills, building self-confidence and establishing positive social networks. At Momentum, everything we do is grounded in a community economic development model, which means we work with individuals, businesses and systems to build a more inclusive local economy. To us, it’s more than just creating jobs and starting businesses—it’s about inspiring vibrant communities where everyone plays a role. Our work is focused in these areas: • Programs and services for people that are living on low incomes to increase their ability to manage and save money, develop new skills or start a business. • Support to communities and businesses to build and sustain the local economy from the ground up. • Leadership and advocacy for system-level changes, including policies and practices that remove barriers and allow people to be more financially stable. It takes a lot to get out of poverty—courage, ingenuity and perseverance. At Momentum, we believe in people. No matter where they come from, their religion or culture, our participants embrace the opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge, so they can move toward the life they want—for themselves, their families and their community.
Offices: 100 - 525 28 St SE, Calgary, AB T2A 6W9, CA
Momentum supports people living on a low income to start their business, manage and save their money, and get a good job
Momentum is a change-making organization that combines social and economic strategies to reduce poverty. We use a holistic approach that covers everything from financial literacy, entrepreneurship and skills training, to developing communication skills, building self-confidence and establishing positive social networks. At Momentum, everything we do is grounded in a community economic development model, which means we work with individuals, businesses and systems to build a more inclusive local economy. To us, it’s more than just creating jobs and starting businesses—it’s about inspiring vibrant communities where everyone plays a role. Our work is focused in these areas: • Programs and services for people that are living on low incomes to increase their ability to manage and save money, develop new skills or start a business. • Support to communities and businesses to build and sustain the local economy from the ground up. • Leadership and advocacy for system-level changes, including policies and practices that remove barriers and allow people to be more financially stable. It takes a lot to get out of poverty—courage, ingenuity and perseverance. At Momentum, we believe in people. No matter where they come from, their religion or culture, our participants embrace the opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge, so they can move toward the life they want—for themselves, their families and their community.
Offices: 100 - 525 28 St SE, Calgary, AB T2A 6W9, CA
