Energy Policy Communications Specialist

Rice University • Houston, TX

1d • $60,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Energy Studies (CES) at the Baker Institute for Public Policy
provides rigorous, data-driven analysis on markets and policy covering some of
the world’s most critical challenges in energy and sustainability. Founded in
1993, the Institute’s strong reputation for excellence has brought it to the top
of the world rankings among university-affiliated think tanks, and the CES is
recognized as a Center of Excellence after being ranked #1 globally for three
consecutive years.

The Energy Policy Communications Specialist will support the Center’s
communications efforts around flagship reports and high-priority initiatives.
This individual will work in coordination with policy experts, researchers, and
other CES staff who cover a range of topics to develop communications
strategies, coordinate messaging, and disseminate research to key
constituencies.

The Energy Policy Communications Specialist will lead and work with others on
the CES team on the creation of written and multimedia materials that highlight
CES events, research, and expert activities. The Energy Policy Communications
Specialist will also coordinate with the Baker Institute Director of
Communications to ensure that all work follows established communications team
processes, meets Institute editorial standards and guidelines, and remains
consistent with communications policies, procedures, and strategy across the
Baker Institute.

The ideal candidate will have (1) strong writing and digital content development
skills; (2) a background in communications, public relations, or journalism; and
(3) a strong interest in public policy and government affairs.

The Energy Policy Communications Specialist reports to the CES Senior Director.
The position is based in Houston, Texas, and located in Rice University’s Baker
Hall.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational and creative skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience conducting or analyzing qualitative and quantitative research and producing research reports in an academic, political, or policy organization
• Experience working as a researcher or policy analyst in a nonpartisan or bipartisan organization
• Experience related to entrepreneurship, private enterprise, and/or economic growth

Responsibilities

• Participates in a team setting in the development and implementation of communications plans for Baker Institute CES reports and other high-priority initiatives.
• Serves as production lead or co-lead for Baker Institute CES content, such as podcasts and digital publications, as well as various types of social media content.
• Develops, manages, and executes communications strategies to meet business objectives.
• Manages goals and objectives in alignment with organizational goals.
• Manages data and analytics to make informed decisions regarding strategic marketing direction, product segmentation, and customer targeting.
• Assesses marketing opportunities and tracks communications trends.
• Works in collaboration with Baker Institute communications staff and, as needed, other institute and university teams.
• Writes, designs, and coordinates communication on Baker Institute CES programmatic research.
• Performs all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees