Market Access Specialist

Market Access SpecialistJoin the Adelante Mujeres team and become part of an organization providing award-winning programming and holistic services to more than 22,000 Latina women and children annually in Oregon. Adelante Mujeres means "women rise up" and the women and girls in our programs are doing just that. With your help, we can build the next generation of Latine leaders. Located in Forest Grove, Oregon and founded in 2002, Adelante Mujeres is known for innovative responses to community concerns.The Market Access Specialist is a creative, hands-on, entrepreneurial collaborator in our Market Access Program. This role will support existing Latine small business owners with access to markets, networking, coaching, technical assistance, training, and other resources to effectively manage their business. Business owners will have varying levels of business knowledge, experience, and product maturity requiring this role to be able to be adaptable in support. This role will utilize a variety of channels to promote products and services including digital sales, retail, and farmers markets. The Market Access Specialist reports to the Market Access Program Manager.Coordinate the business recruitment and retention of participants in the Retail Business Incubator ProjectProvide technical assistance and one-on-one coaching to identified business owners in the Farmers Market and Retail Business Incubator ProjectOversee all aspects of the retail storefront operations including vendor scheduling, merchandising, inventory control, event planning, and store designDesign and implement marketing strategies including regular social media posts, promotional events, material distribution, website updates, and media communicationResearch and build partnerships for sales and distribution opportunities available to participantsUtilize Salesforce database tracking systemWe recognize that there are multiple expressions of professional readiness. When we review applications, we take a comprehensive look at each applicant. Our goal is to assess your unique strengths. The ideal candidate has many of the following skills and experience:A passionate commitment to the goals and mission of Adelante Mujeres including support for education, social justice, the environment, immigrant & BIPOC communities.Strong interpersonal and customer service skills and ability to develop good working relationships with a wide range of people, including excellent verbal and written communicationAssociates degree in Marketing, Retail Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, Agriculture, or a related field; OR 2 years of comparable experience in microenterprise or small business development (including food-business or farm-business)Minimum one year experience working with the Latine community in business developmentDemonstrated ability to build strong partnerships and collaborationsDemonstrated project management skillsFamiliarity with managing financial and accounting processesProficient in Microsoft Office Applications, Zoom, Canva, and other virtual platformsBilingual language skills in Spanish and English required, professional ability to read, write and speakExperience facilitating workshops, trainings and meetingsExperience with social media platforms, design, and communicationsExperience in database management?and experience tracking dataExperience with farm business, general business management, microenterprises, or regenerative agriculture practicesAbility to successfully pass Criminal Background RegistryReliable transportation to travel between worksitesAbility to manage a flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends, and travel to eventsSalary range: $55K - $58K, depending on qualifications. Classification: Exempt, Salary, Full-time. Telework: up to 2 days a week. Benefits: health, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, 401K pension plan, life insurance, professional development opportunities, paid leave of absence, paid holidays (12.5 days annually), sick days (up to 9 days annually), vacation per year (up to 20 days years one through five, up to 25 days after five years), and sabbatical (1 month at 10 years of employment).Please complete a job application on our website and be prepared to submit the following material electronically (PDF preferred): A one-page cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience and interest in the position and Adelante Mujeres. A resume detailing relevant experience, qualifications, work history, education, and accomplishments. Three professional references may be requested later in the hiring process. We will be contacting applicants whose applications indicate a strong combination of relevant experience and qualifications, and skills. Thank you for your interest in employment at Adelante Mujeres. Closing date: Open until filled Anticipated start date: May 2026Adelante Mujeres is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or any related medical condition, physical or mental disability or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Adelante Mujeres is compliant with the American with Disabilities Act and we are committed to making special accommodations for your interview or work as a member of our team. If specific accommodations are needed, please notify hr@adelantemujeres.org and we will work to accommodate your needs.