Small Business Facilitator, Casual

At Momentum, we are committed to building a society where everyone belongs. Where we are all valued for who we are and where we are all given the tools and opportunities to build the life we want. We value diversity, and we believe everyone has a role to play in building a just and equitable society. We’re changemakers transforming our community for the good of all.

Momentum is a community economic development organization committed to innovative approaches to poverty reduction. Momentum empowers people to develop the skills and knowledge they need to manage their finances, start their own businesses, and train for a new job. With this focus on adult education, entrepreneurship, and community, we provide an environment for people to reach their goals.

Momentum became certified as a Great Place to Work in Canada in 2021 and has maintained that certification each year since. Great Place to Work is a global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and we prioritize creating an open, equitable, inclusive, and growth-focused environment for everyone  this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the positions below to see if there’s a fit with your skills and experience. To learn more about our values visit website.

The work of the Local Economy Development (LED) Department is focused on empowering Calgarians to move towards economic prosperity through entrepreneurship. The LED department delivers small business training, provides microloans and offers one-on-one business coaching.

This Small Business Facilitator, Casual position supports the LED department by facilitating Momentum’s Entering Entrepreneurship (EE), Business Feasibility Study (BFS), Part-time Self-Employment (PSE), and Self-Employment (SE) programs on a casual basis and providing coverage for program facilitators as needed. This may include facilitating Momentum’s curriculum, hosting guest-speaker-led sessions, and supporting participants with 1:1 business coaching sessions.

• Facilitate the EE, BFS, PSE, and SE program curriculum as needed, using engaging and inclusive facilitation techniques in both online and in-person settings.
• Support participants through the business development process, including providing feedback and ensuring business plans meet requirements for financing consideration.
• Collaborate with the LED team to ensure smooth transitions between programs and services, and to connect participants with additional resources as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting and evaluation processes through data entry, narrative updates, and participant feedback analysis.
• Reflect Momentum’s values through collaborative teamwork, community involvement, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

• Brings energy and confidence to facilitation. You know how to create engaging, inclusive learning spaces both online and in person, and enjoy guiding others through learning experiences.
• Understands the realities of starting a small business. You have a solid grasp of entrepreneurship and ideally some hands-on experience running a small business yourself.
• Communicates with clarity and empathy. You’re a strong communicator who connects well with people from diverse backgrounds and builds trust with ease.
• Thrives in a flexible, fast-paced environment. You’re organized, detail-oriented, and can confidently juggle multiple tasks and projects at once.
• Is motivated by meaningful work. You believe in the power of entrepreneurship to create opportunity, and you’re excited to help others build better futures for themselves and their families.
• Is a strong collaborator. You enjoy working with others, value shared accountability, and contribute to a positive, community-minded team culture.
• Is tech-savvy and adaptable. You’re comfortable using digital tools like Microsoft Office, Zoom, Teams, and online learning platforms—and quick to learn new systems when needed.
• Brings an equity lens to their work. You have…