Job Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position: Business Service Officer - Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship (IYE) Program (Term Position to March 2029)

Posting Date: October 2, 2025

Location: DOCFDC - 310-200 Alpine Way, Headingley, MB R4H 0B7

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Interviews: Conducted on a rolling basis

Start Date: To be determined / Negotiable

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Dakota Ojibway Community Futures Development Corporation (DOCFDC) is seeking a dynamic, community-minded

Business Services Officer (BSO)

for a

term position funded through March 2029, subject to annual contract renewal,

to lead delivery of the

Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship (IYE) Program

, while also assisting with managing the

financial oversight of our loan fund portfolio

.

Reporting to the General Manager, the BSO-IYE will:

Key Responsibilities

Provide tailored support to Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurs (IYEs), including business planning, coaching, workshops, and access to financing.

Deliver outreach, training, and mentorship in DOCFDC's nine First Nations communities. Administer the IYE micro-loan fund and other loan products, including maintaining accurate financial records and loan portfolio management. Review loan applications, conduct due diligence, and manage a portfolio of loan clients. Support collections and recommend loan adjustments as needed.

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in Business, Finance, or Accounting.

Minimum 3 years of experience in lending, banking, or financial services. Strong financial analysis, accounting, and loan reconciliation skills. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. Knowledge of Indigenous communities and a passion for youth empowerment. Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for travel.

Assets

Experience working with Indigenous youth or in economic development.

Familiarity with NACCA or Community Futures lending programs. Entrepreneurial or small business background.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience. Includes benefits and travel allowance.

Note:

This is a

term position funded until March 31, 2029

, with employment

subject to annual contract renewal based on performance and funding availability

.

Ready to make a real impact? We invite you to apply and help grow Indigenous entrepreneurship from the ground up.

If you are interested in joining our organization, please submit your resume and cover letter along with 2 references to:

Dakota Ojibway Community Futures Development Corporation

310-200 Alpine Way

Headingley, MB R4H 0B7

Attention: Charlene Beamin, General Manager

Email: charleneb@docfdc.mb.ca

Thank you to all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person