Strategic and Business Planning Associate- New York, New York
Organization: Urbane Development LLC
Job Title: Strategic and Business Planning Associate
Location: New York, New York
Hours and Compensation: Paid; Full time. Stipend level based on experience.
Position Dates (if applicable): June 1st- August 24th; Please advise if available beyond 10 week period.
Application Deadline: Now accepting applications.
Organization Overview
Urbane Development works with economically distressed urban and rural communities to provide business and policy solutions to revitalize neighborhoods in need and create communities of choice.
Our work supports anchor institutions that operate at the intersection of communities – on a spatial, social, economic, and environmental level. We provide our clients with granular market intelligence, training and technical assistance tools, and comprehensive strategic planning, design, and implementation services to provide value to their enterprises and communities.
More importantly, we show our clients the power of their roles as neighborhood change-agents – on their balance sheets and in their communities.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Urbane Development management team, the intern will spearhead the creation of a strategic plan for Urbane to help guide the firm’s growth and expansion in the near- and long-term. This project will have elements of a traditional business plan, as well as work to codify a framework that illustrates our work process and value proposition:
- Review existing written, multimedia, and other informational collateral on project and processes of the firm
- Interview relevant firm stakeholders (management, clients, et al)
- Analyze our current business/revenue model and propose potential modifications and/or pivots
- Assist in developing financial projections and scenarios
- Perform risk analysis on firm’s operations and external environment
- Develop final strategic plan document
Qualifications
Educational Background:
Recent MBA/Master’s graduate, current MBA/ Master’s candidate with relevant coursework, or commensurate work experience preferred
Skills Required:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Well organized with attention to detail
- Strong web and archival research skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Ability to prepare written reports based on data analysis, including tables and graphs
Experience or Special Skills Desired:
- Financial Analysis and Forecasting
- Organizational Strategic Planning experience
- Business Development experience
- Experience or familiarity with technology-based firms, markets, and/or products
- Experience or familiarity with small business sector
- Experience or familiarity with urban-based firms, markets, and/or products
How to Apply:
Please contact Urbane Development at [email protected]with a resume and cover letter.
