Policy & Communications Analyst — Remote Leadership Programs

University of California; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Berkeley is seeking a Project Policy Analyst to support the Center for African Studies and the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. This role focuses on communications strategy, digital content creation, and coordination of leadership courses.

The position requires strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with experience managing student or diverse audiences. A Bachelor's degree is required, and there is potential for up to partial remote work within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience managing digital content and media.
• Ability to coordinate multiple programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy for the Center’s mission and visibility.
• Manage the Center’s website, newsletters, and social media platforms.
• Draft, edit, and distribute content highlighting CAS scholarship, events, partnerships, and program impact.
• Coordinate the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program’s Transformative Leadership Course: registration, engagement, scheduling, and logistics.
• Provide guidance on procurement, management, and security of communications equipment to support operations.

Skills

Communications planning

Social media management

Video production

Content creation

Interpersonal skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

The University of California, Berkeley is seeking a Project Policy Analyst to support the Center for African Studies and the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. This role focuses on communications strategy, digital content creation, and coordination of leadership courses.

The position requires strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with experience managing student or diverse audiences. A Bachelor's degree is required, and there is potential for up to partial remote work within the