Communications Specialist

Position Overview

This project establishes California's Registered Apprenticeship Hub (RAH), creating and expanding pre-apprenticeship and Registered Apprenticeship programs that prepare Californians for high-demand public sector roles.

The Communications Specialist will support a variety of communication needs on behalf of state and federal grant projects managed by NextGen Policy. This role will develop visually engaging and accessible materials—such as social media posts, digital content, flyers, PowerPoint slide decks, and website landing page templates. The Specialist will serve as the point person for the communications components of assigned projects while collaborating closely with the broader grant team.

In addition to core communications work, the ideal candidate will also assist with planning and coordinating project-related events, such as convenings, roundtables, and stakeholder discussions. The role may also support simple data-gathering efforts by developing stakeholder surveys and helping summarize results.

This is a full-time position fully funded by federal grants. Continued employment is contingent upon ongoing grant funding. Additional workforce initiative projects may be added to the scope pending future grant awards.

Key ResponsibilitiesCommunications & Content Development

• Produce high-quality communication materials including flyers, one-pagers, PowerPoint presentations, infographics, social media posts and digital content.
• Create and adapt website landing page templates and basic site content using established brand assets.
• Maintain consistency with existing project branding, messaging, and style guides. Draft clear and accessible language for public-facing materials, stakeholder updates, and project summaries.

Event Planning & Support

• Assist in planning and coordinating events such as convenings, workshops, roundtables, and webinars.
• Support event logistics, including timelines, communications to participants, and coordination with internal team members.
• Help prepare event materials such as agendas, slide decks, handouts, and follow-up communications.

Stakeholder Engagement & Light Research

• Create simple stakeholder surveys using tools such as Google Forms, SurveyMonkey, or similar platforms.
• Support distribution of surveys and tracking of responses.
• Help compile survey findings into summaries for the project team.

Project Coordination

• Serve as the communication point-of-contact for assigned grant-funded projects.
• Coordinate with the broader grant team to ensure alignment with project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Track and manage communications tasks using internal project management tools.

QualificationsRequired

• Experience creating communication materials, including slide decks, flyers, and digital content.
• Familiarity with developing, implementing or maintaining visual branding guidelines.
• Strong writing, editing, and message-framing skills.
• Proficiency with design and presentation tools such as PowerPoint, Canva, Adobe Express, or similar.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Comfort working independently while collaborating with a cross-functional team.

Preferred

• Experience helping plan and support events.
• Experience developing simple surveys and summarizing results.
• Basic familiarity with website content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Wix, Squarespace).
• Prior experience in a nonprofit; Familiarity with Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards regulations.

Employment Details

• Position Type: Full-time, fully remote? Reports To: (Insert supervisor or department)
• Location: (Remote/Hybrid/On-site as applicable)
• Salary Range: (Optional)
• Term: Funding-dependent; continuation contingent on grant renewals

TO APPLY:

Provide a resume and short cover letter along with any relevant social media links or other materials you deem significant to your application. Send all documents as one PDF attachment with Re: Comms Specialist in the title to

ABOUT NEXTGEN POLICY:

NextGen Policy is a California-based, non-profit organization fighting for justice-centered policies and programs that positively impact all Californians. We develop, advance, and advocate for policy and program solutions to address the most pressing issues facing our state, including: climate and environmental justice, criminal legal reform, workforce development, digital equity, economic prosperity, education equity, gender and racial equity, healthcare reform, inclusive democracy, protecting immigrant rights, solving food insecurity, and supporting veterans.

NextGen Policy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $65, $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending