FSMSDC Careers

Florida State Minority Supplier Diversity Council’s (FSMSDC) mission is to link corporate and government members with Minority Business Enterprises to foster equity in business. We are a forward-thinking non-profit organization that believes in Doing Well While Doing Good.

See open positions to join our team.

Phone: (305) 762-6151
Fax: (305) 762-6158
Miami Office

9499 N.E. 2nd Avenue
Suite 201
Miami, FL 33138

Orlando Office

3201 E Colonial Drive
Suite A-20
Orlando, FL 32803
(located at NEC in Fashion Square Mall)

Why FSMSDC?

At FSMSDC, we are a collaborative team of people with diverse backgrounds that share one common goal, we want to help Minority Business owners throughout Florida thrive. We are always excited to have motivated people who share the same passion to join our team. We value new perspectives and exceptional talent. If this sounds like you, then do not hesitate to inquire about our open positions.

Benefits

Health, Life, and Disability
Insurance
Competitive Wages
401K Matching
Paid Time Off
Hybrid Environment
Career Development
Awards and Recognition
Employee Assistance Program
Purpose Driven Work

FSMSDC Team Member Testimonial


“Working at FSMSDC has allowed me to work with inspiring minority business leaders and corporate members that are leaders in economic inclusion. It aligns with my values and it feels good to be working on something bigger than myself.”

– Administrative & Special Events Coordinator

 

Open Positions

Please inquire below by submitting the necessary documents. If there is a fit, someone from our team will reach you.

Vice President of Programs and Development

The Vice President of Programs and Development reports to the President & CEO of the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council and directly supports the organization’s mission by providing leadership over the Council’s delivery of programs and services in accordance with the mission and goals of the Council. This individual will also lead efforts in fundraising, donor cultivation, and grant management to ensure the financial sustainability and growth of FSMSDC. The role includes identifying funding opportunities, strengthening donor relationships, and securing grants to support key initiatives.

Process Management:

  • Plan the delivery of the overall program and services in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization.
  • Ensure that program activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organization.
  • Assist with developing new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the organization.
  • Assist with developing and implementing long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of programs and services.
  • Develop a program evaluation framework to assess the strengths of programs and identify areas for improvement.
  • Assist with the development and execution of fundraising strategies, including donor outreach and engagement campaigns.
  • Identify, research, and apply for grant opportunities to secure funding for existing and new programs.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with grant-making organizations, corporate sponsors, foundations, and individual donors.
  • Oversee grant compliance, reporting, and stewardship of funds received to ensure proper execution and alignment with funder requirements.
  • Develop, update, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies.
  • Assist with the identification of alternative funding sources, including collaborating on proposals.
  • Monitor program activities on a regular basis and conduct annual evaluations according to the program evaluation framework.
  • Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, reporting evaluation findings, and recommending changes to enhance programs and services.
  • Assist with the implementation of the CRM.
  • Provide business consultations to small and diverse suppliers.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

People Management:

  • In consultation with the President, recruit, interview, and select well-qualified staff.
  • Establish and implement a performance management process for all program staff.
  • Supervise and manage the performance of a team of direct reports.
  • Conduct performance reviews and improvement plans.
  • Provide staff training and professional development.
  • Ensure all staff members receive orientation and appropriate training.
  • Supervise program staff by providing direction, input, and feedback.

Fundraising and Donor Relations:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including corporate sponsorships, individual giving, and grant funding.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key donors, funders, and sponsors to secure financial support for FSMSDC’s programs.
  • Coordinate donor engagement events, campaigns, and networking opportunities to increase visibility and support.
  • Work closely with the President & CEO and Board of Directors to expand fundraising opportunities.
  • Create impact reports and donor communication materials to highlight FSMSDC’s achievements and return on investment for funders.

Relationship Management:

  • Maintain relationships with corporate members, Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), clients, funders, and partners.
  • Attend local, city, and county meetings pertaining to supplier diversity/MBE issues in the state and provide briefings to the President & CEO.
  • Communicate with stakeholders to gain support for programs.
  • Serve on committees and boards to represent the Council.
  • Work closely with the board of directors, volunteers, and committees to deliver on KPIs.

Marketing Management:

  • Assist with the recruitment of corporate members, MBEs, and other partners.
  • Identify, synthesize, and communicate relevant information on opportunities, market trends, and drivers (budget, regulatory, policy, etc.).
  • Serve on panels and present information about the Council’s mission, programs, and services, as well as other topics.

Additional Information:

Travel required 20% of the time, including travel to see clients, day trips, and overnight stays.

This position requires frequent interaction with administrative personnel, middle and senior-level management at companies of all sizes, and donors. The nature of these communications ranges from routine exchanges of information to securing funding, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships. The position also deals with confidential and proprietary information that must be kept confidential.

    • Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business, Nonprofit Management, or a related field; Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a related degree is a plus.
    • Minimum of five years’ experience within nonprofit operations, fundraising, and grant writing.
    • Proven success in donor cultivation, securing sponsorships, and writing winning grant proposals.
    • Excellent organizational skills and project management capabilities.
    • A proven ability to work without supervision and to meet deadlines while overseeing multiple tasks and programs.
    • Hands-on experience developing consulting projects and/or working with minority-owned businesses strongly preferred.
    • Applied experience and strengths diagnosing operational inefficiencies and in the development of sound internal systems and procedures.
    • Excellent oral and written communications skills (a writing sample is required).
    • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work with diverse constituencies.
    • Demonstrated expertise in a variety of business and/or supplier diversity concepts, practices, and procedures a strong plus.
    • Intermediate to advanced computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, and Internet research.
    • Positive, innovative, solution-oriented, results-focused professional who works well with diverse constituencies; an entrepreneurial spirit and great people skills are essential.

     

Business Consultant, Finance

The Communications Manager, located at our Miami headquarters, reports to the Vice President of Operations of the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council, and directly supports the organization’s mission by providing leadership over the Council’s marketing to improve the overall brand positioning and strategy. A unique and creative position for an energetic and motivated individual who enjoys learning new techniques, is skilled in graphic design, brand management, writing, web design and social media marketing, and has a strong understanding of user experience UX and UI.

  • Design brochures, flyers, event invitations and council collaterals
  • Design and update websites
  • Update Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter application and other social media
  • Administrative responsibilities will involve correspondence, meeting scheduling and keeping track of council’s calendar of activities
  • Develop videos to market the council
  • Assist with the writing and design of the newsletter
  • Assist with the planning and marketing of events
  • Craft engaging social media posts, blog articles and website copy
  • Use market research to generate consumer insights and trend analysis
  • Enhancing customer interaction and support through ChatGPT
  • Develop marketing campaigns
  • Developing marketing strategies for new programs and services
  • Reviewing current marketing campaigns for weaknesses and developing solutions
  • Analyzing website for user experience and effectiveness
  • Develop marketing plans
  • Brainstorming fresh advertising ideas
  • Graphics design for web and print
  • Other responsibilities as assigned
  • Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art or related field preferred
  • Minimum of five years’ experience within non-profit operations, and/or in the management of marketing and sales or other related fields
  • A proven ability to work with limited supervision, and to meet deadlines for multiple tasks, programs and events
  • Advanced multi-media development skills: Comprehensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
  • Fluency in the Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Publisher)
  • Demonstrated capabilities in HTML, JavaScript, CSS, WordPress and other marketing related software programs
  • Ability to do backend functions of a website and able to update information on multiple websites
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills (a writing sample is required)
  • Strong organizational skills, a self-starter, and detail-oriented
  • Capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously, while keeping long term projects on schedule
  • Demonstrated history of planning successful product launches and events
  • Knowledge of marketing-related business practices, including advertising, market research, technology and budgeting
  • Effective communication skills and adaptable communication style for interacting with team members, board management and customers
  • Ability to discuss and contribute ideas at any stage of a project, from conceptual design to development and management
  • In State travel required.

Skill Set

  • Listening skills (listen first, then respond)
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills for coming up with ideas to increase demand for products and services
  • Strategic development skills
  • Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills (high EQ)
  • Influencing (proven ability to persuade others towards an idea or goal)
  • Negotiation skills (proven ability to seek and close the right deals)
  • Complex problem-solving (create options, then converge)
  • Innovative and creative thinking (need fresh thinking)
  • Highly resourceful (stretches people and money; compresses time)
  • Organized and attention-to-detail (strong tactical execution)
  • Time management and organization skills in order to plan and execute both large and small marketing projects and initiatives
  • Leadership skills to motivate team members and manage conflicts
  • Positive, innovative, solution-oriented, results-focused professional with an entrepreneurial spirit and creativity are essential

Personality Traits:

  • Results focused team player; collaborative and inclusive
  • Energized by an entrepreneurial environment; comfortable “doing the work”
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and work habits
  • Persistent and resilient
  • Open, honest and genuine
  • Passionate and committed
  • Creative and imaginative
  • Relationship oriented vs. transaction oriented
  • Motivated by business accomplishments vs. personal agenda

Personal Performance Factors:

  • Integrity/Ethics – interact with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports organization’s values, and conveys good news and bad.
  • Perseverance – targets and achieves results, sets challenging goals, prioritizes tasks, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets team standards and responsibilities, provides leadership/motivation.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility – Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
  • Teamwork – Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.
  • Initiative – Tackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development.
  • Feedback – willing to accept constructive feedback as a development tool

Position Inquiry Form

FSMSDC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selections and related decisions are made without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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