Business Coach & Mentor at INCREASING HOPE INC – North Charleston, South Carolina

Position: Business Coach/Mentor Location: The Opportunity Center – North Charleston, SC (On-Site Role, Limited Hybrid Flexibility for Special Situations) Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday (Half-Day Fridays!); Occasional Evenings/Weekends for Trainings/Events *This role is primarily in-person and requires regular client interactions at our office. While occasional remote work may be approved in special circumstances (e.g., a temporary personal need or building closure), this is not a remote or hybrid position. Candidates should be based in the tri-county area or have reliable transportation for daily on-site work. Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience (details available upon request). About the Role: Increasing H.O.P.E. (Helping Others Prosper Economically) is hiring a Business Coach/Mentor to support entrepreneurs through the I-H.O.P.E. Women’s Business Center (WBC) program. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working one-on-one with small business owners, helping them develop business plans, set up financial systems, and navigate key registrations such as EINs and state business filings. We are seeking a patient, organized, and resourceful professional who thrives in a client-facing environment and can break down complex processes into manageable steps to help entrepreneurs succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Coaching & Mentorship (60%) – Provide one-on-one guidance on business fundamentals, financial planning, and business registration. Track progress and provide ongoing support.
• Program Support (15%) – Assist with workshops, orientations, and outreach to ensure client engagement.
• Administrative & Data Management (10%) – Maintain accurate client records in systems such as Center IC and Nexus.
• Marketing & Outreach (5%) – Support social media, newsletters, and event promotion using tools such as Canva and Mailchimp.
• Support for Increasing H.O.P.E. (10%) – Assist with events, calendar coordination, and administrative tasks as directed by leadership.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, social work, counseling, education, or a related field OR 3+ years of relevant experience (7+ years considered in lieu of a degree).

• Experience in client coaching, business development, or program support.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM tools, Canva, and Mailchimp is a plus.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for events.
• Why Join Us?
• Meaningful, mission-driven work supporting small business owners.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to [Sylvia Brown – sylvia@increasinghope.org].