Communications Specialist

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• Communications Specialist SUPERVISOR : Director of Marketing and Communications WORKS CLOSELY WITH : Community Impact Specialist, Chief Strategy Officer STATUS : Non-Exempt About Us Founded in 1974, cdcb | come dream. come build provides safe, sanitary affordable housing to the citizens of South Texas, and is one of the largest non‐profit producers of single‐family housing for homeownership in Texas. cdcb is a multifaceted affordable housing organization devoted to utilizing collaborative partnerships to create sustainable communities across South Texas through quality education, model financing, efficient home design, and superior construction.
• Our dedicated team members work to improve the lives of low to moderate families and individuals to grow wealth and improve families educational, housing, and financial security.
• We offer industry competitive compensation, excellent benefits with a five-decade old firm. cdcb is an inclusive and exciting work environment.
• We are looking for a knowledgeable and self- motivated individual to join our team.
• Position Overview The Communications Specialist supports cdcb’s mission by assisting the Director of Communications in producing, packaging, and disseminating stories of impact, research, and policy insights.
• This role is responsible for ensuring cdcb’s voice reaches a wide audience—local community members, funders, and policymakers at the local, state, and national level.
• The Communications Specialist will synthesize complex impact data and policy materials into compelling, accessible content and coordinate advocacy and outreach efforts.
• The  role blends content creation, event and campaign coordination, and grassroots outreach, with a special focus on engaging hard-to-reach communities across South Texas.
• They will also provide support for community-facing events, policy briefings, and marketing initiatives.
• Key Responsibilities Content Creation & Dissemination Assist in drafting and refining impact studies, policy worksheets, and community stories that highlight cdcb’s work.
• Translate technical data and policy insights into accessible, innovative formats such as newsletters, social media explainers, fact sheets, and visual briefs.
• Support the Director of Communications in maintaining a consistent voice across all platforms.
• Monitor and evaluate communications and outreach effectiveness, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Outreach & Advocacy Coordination Work with the Director of Communications and Chief Strategy Officer to coordinate advocacy efforts at the local, state, and national levels.
• Assist in scheduling and preparing for policy briefings, legislative visits, and impact events.
• Serve as a liaison with individuals, employers, organizations, and community leaders to expand awareness of cdcb programs and services.
• Event & Campaign Support Help organize and run policy-focused events, community outreach activities, and marketing campaigns.
• Coordinate logistics for impact and advocacy events, ensuring timely communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with the Community Impact Specialist to align event messaging with broader organizational goals.
• Collaborate across departments to align outreach and communications with organizational goals Qualifications Required High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) or higher.
• One to three months related experience and / or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to represent cdcb in a professional and exceptional manner.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills—especially in translating technical or policy-heavy content into clear, engaging materials.
• Experience with social media platforms, newsletters, and other digital communication tools.
• Proficiency with digital content creation and design tools such as Canva, CapCut, and other social media platforms to create engaging multimedia content.
• Strong organizational and project management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information quickly, learn on the fly, and adapt messaging for different audiences.
• Ability to represent cdcb professionally with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to cdcb’s mission of serving low-income families and advancing equitable community development.
• Preferred Prior experience in policy communications, nonprofit advocacy, or community development.
• Knowledge of housing, economic development, or related policy fields.
• Event coordination experience.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish).

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