Assistant Vice President, Opportunity M/W/DBE

New York City Economic Development Corporation • Full-time • New York, NY, US • 1w ago

Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses. 

Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

Position Overview

Sitting within the Equity & Community Impact pillar, Opportunity M/W/DBE works to counter documented disparities in public procurement by increasing opportunities for minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business in the New York City area. Reporting to the Vice President of Program Innovation & Capacity Building, the Assistant Vice President will be an integral part of the Opportunity M/W/DBE team, developing strategy and leading the advancement and application of NYCEDC's Minority, Women-owned and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise initiatives.

Under the supervision of the Vice President of Program Innovation & Capacity Building, the Assistant Vice President will utilize data, policy development, and strategic engagement to help plan and execute initiatives that will promote the advancement of M/W/DBE firms in emerging industries in the New York City region. This role will be a resource to the Program Innovation & Capacity Building staff on growth and program administration, as they manage the expansion of existing business growth and support initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement new initiatives to support M/WBE firms in gaining access to opportunities within high-growth industries such as technology, life sciences, gaming, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing.
Serve as a liaison between Opportunity M/W/DBE leadership and internal/external stakeholders to shape and execute new policies and programs that drive industry diversification for M/WBE firms.
Manage program consultants, vendor relationships, and contract administration to ensure the successful execution of capacity-building and technical assistance programs.
Establish and maintain relationships with M/WBE firms, industry leaders, and ecosystem partners to identify business growth opportunities and emerging sector needs.
Collaborate across departments to analyze market trends, implement programmatic expansions, and align capacity-building initiatives with future NYCEDC projects.
Facilitate cross-departmental working groups to integrate M/WBE participation into broader economic development strategies, particularly in innovation-driven sectors.
Conduct policy research and analysis to support leadership in reporting on M/WBE advancements to the Mayor's Office of M/WBE, government agencies, and external stakeholders.
Organize and develop external events, forums, and conferences that promote industry engagement, networking, and market entry for M/WBE firms.
Support and execute programmatic goals to ensure alignment with M/WBE business development needs across NYCEDC initiatives and city, state, and federal regulations.
Negotiate M/W/DBE programmatic requirements in contracts to ensure meaningful participation in emerging industry projects.
Identify and advocate for financial incentives, technical assistance, and policy recommendations that enhance M/WBE access to high-growth sectors.
Support recruitment, training, and professional development initiatives within the Opportunity M/W/DBE team.
Represent NYCEDC's Opportunity M/W/DBE department internally and externally, promoting a vision of inclusive economic development through industry diversification

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in program development, economic development, business services, or M/WBE advocacy.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Public or Business Administration, Public Affairs and Policy, Economics, the Social Sciences, or a related field. A Master's degree may substitute for up to two years of experience.
Experience with public policy, business development policy, or small business development initiatives.
Strong data analysis, policy evaluation, and program administration skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Passion for inclusive economic development, business recovery, and equitable access to opportunities in emerging industries.
NYC residency required within 180 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in designing and managing small business programs that facilitate M/WBE access to high-growth industries.
Knowledge of public procurement policies and regulations.
Understanding of workforce development programs and business ecosystem development.
Familiarity with emerging and fast-growing industries within New York City, including the technology, life sciences, gaming, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
Strong network within New York City's technology, life sciences, gaming, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Salary Range

$95,000—$98,000 USD

About Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

Generous employer subsidized health insurance
Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Vision and hearing benefits
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Short term and long-term disability coverage
100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
Up to 25 vacation days
Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
Retirement savings programs
- Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
- 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
Tuition Reimbursement program
Continuing education and professional development
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
College savings plan
Backup childcare
Gym membership discounts
A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more

Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.