Planning Coordinator & Business Coach in North Charleston, South Carolina at INCREASING HOPE INC

Planning Coordinator and Business Coach

North Charleston, SC

Full-Time | On-Site

Description

The Planning Coordinator & Business Coach supports entrepreneurs through the I-HOPE Women's Business Center (WBC) while leading training programs, coordinating events, and providing one-on-one business coaching. This role blends program management, marketing, public relations, client counseling, and administrative responsibilities to ensure community engagement and successful program outcomes.

This position is ideal for a highly organized, people-centered professional who enjoys guiding small business owners, managing events, and creating impactful educational experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Training, Workshops & Events (35%)

• Conduct workshops, orientations, and counseling sessions (in-person, virtual, one-on-one, and group).
• Facilitate class preparation, including emailing, scheduling, materials development, promotion, and networking.
• Provide training directly or coordinate with external trainers and subject matter experts.
• Develop and deliver statewide networking programs.
• Oversee Growth Wheel Learning Management System (LMS).
• Support special projects and programming in rural areas.

Business Coaching & Mentorship (25%)

• Provide one-on-one business coaching on business planning, financial planning, EIN registration, and state filings.
• Track client progress and provide ongoing guidance.
• Assist entrepreneurs in navigating complex processes in manageable steps.

Marketing, Public Relations & Outreach (25%)

• Serve as marketing and public relations coordinator for the WBC.
• Develop social marketing plans and manage press/media outreach, including rural markets.
• Assist with social media, newsletters, and event promotion using Canva and Mailchimp.
• Update the WBC website with clear communication for events and programs.
• Facilitate marketing communications to increase program awareness.

Administrative & Data Management (10%)

• Maintain accurate client and program records using Center Dynamics (Center IC) and Nexus.
• Provide required reports to the SBA via CRM systems for EDMIS.
• Track and report in-kind contributions monthly.
• Participate in meetings, conference calls, and planning sessions.
• Provide workshop information for web and newsletter updates.
• Serve as a liaison for I-HOPE WBC volunteers.

Organizational Support (5%)

• Support Increasing H.O.P.E. events, scheduling, and administrative tasks.
• Serve as a committee member on a Strategic Anchor for I-HOPE WBC.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Preferred Education:

• Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Hospitality, Business, Social Work, Counseling, Education, or related fields.
• OR 3+ years of experience in business coaching, program support, or related areas (7+ years accepted in lieu of a degree).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong communication, marketing, PR, and interpersonal skills.
• Project management and leadership abilities.
• Highly organized with strong time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various software platforms; CRM experience preferred.
• Experience with Canva, Mailchimp, and social media applications.
• Risk management experience is a plus.
• Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends for events.