Part-Time Communications Coordinator

Scientific-Adventures-For-Girls; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,062 - 39,950; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision coverage

Professional development

Job summary

Scientific Adventures for Girls (SAfG) is seeking a Communications Coordinator to tell our STEM equity story from Berkeley. This part‑time, hourly role will drive social content, newsletters, donor communications, and on‑site event storytelling, reporting to the Director of Development and Communications.

Work a hybrid schedule, 15–20 hours per week, with in‑office presence three days and occasional local travel to connect with partners and events.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in communications, marketing, journalism, or PR.
• Sharp visual storytelling skills using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Comfort with social platforms, email tools (Mailchimp, Constant Contact), and CRM.
• Strong writing and ability to juggle multiple projects.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally as needed.
• Nonprofit experience or Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own our social presence across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and beyond.
• Design and format newsletters and email campaigns to engage donors and families.
• Capture photos, videos, and stories at programs and events.
• Keep the website and event listings up to date with fresh content.
• Assist with press outreach and provide live event coverage.

Skills

Communications

Visual storytelling

Social media management

Email marketing

Strong writing

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Mailchimp

Constant Contact

Job description

Scientific Adventures for Girls (SAfG) is on a mission to close the STEM gender gap — one hands‑on science class, one confident girl at a time. We're looking for a creative, detail-driven Communications Coordinator to help us tell that story to the world.

If you love turning a classroom moment into a scroll‑stopping Instagram post, a donor newsletter into a page‑turner, or a press pitch into a headline — this is your role.

The Communications Coordinator position is part‑time, hourly, non‑exempt. This role reports directly to the Director of Development and Communication's and plays a central part in communications and marketing.

COMMITMENT:

• 15 - 20 hrs / week
• Monday - Friday; specific days and hours to be finalized
• Required in the office 3 days per week (hybrid schedule) based on organizational needs
• Based out of our Berkeley office, with occasional local travel (e.g., networking events, fundraising events, visiting printers)

WHY WORK WITH US?

You'll join a small, passionate team doing big things — work that directly expands opportunity for girls in underserved East Bay communities. This is a chance to see your storytelling turn into real impact: more girls in STEM classrooms, more donors invested in the mission, more community partners at the table.

• Regular Position: Job security as a regular employee, with room to learn and grow in your role.
• Competitive Salary: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour (depending on experience)
• Meaningful Work: Every post, story, and campaign you create directly supports girls getting hands‑on access to STEM
• Variety & Growth: No two days look the same, from social media to press outreach to event storytelling, giving you room to build a broad, versatile skill set.
• Perks and Benefits: We value our team and offer a range of benefits including 100% paid dental and vision, professional development, and more.
• Team Culture: We're a small, supportive team that loves to have fun and celebrate together.
• A Collaborative Team: Work closely with a small, mission‑driven staff where your ideas are heard and your impact is visible

YOUR ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

• Own our social presence —using agency strategy, create and publish content across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and beyond
• Design and format newsletters & email campaigns that keep donors, families, and volunteers engaged
• Capture the magic — attend programs and events to gather photos, videos, and stories straight from the source
• Keep our website fresh — update content, program info, and event listings
• Submit and track press releases sent to appropriate news outlets and reporters
• Bring events to life — design flyers, invitations, and promotional materials, and provide live coverage on‑site

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

A qualified candidate will possess a combination of the following education and/or equivalent experience:

• 2–4 years of experience in communications, marketing, journalism, or PR
• A sharp eye for visual storytelling (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
• Comfort with social platforms, email marketing tools (Mailchimp, Constant Contact, etc.), and a CRM or database
• Strong writing chops and the organizational skills to juggle multiple projects at once
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for occasional local travel
• Bonus points: nonprofit experience, Spanish (or other multilingual) skills, or a soft spot for STEM/youth programming

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to work at a computer and perform repetitive motions 70% of the time.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move office supplies and equipment up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to travel locally as needed (e.g., networking events).
• Ability to be physically present in the office 3 days per week.

ABOUT US

SAfG is on a mission to break down barriers for girls in STEM from an early age. Our hands‑on programs in East Bay schools aim to inspire, equip, and engage girls in STEM fields. We're paving the way for future female scientists and engineers!

READY TO JOIN THE TEAM?

SAfG is committed to diversity and encourages BIPOC professionals to apply. We're an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, so your passion and dedication are what matters most to us.