About the Housing Action Coalition (HAC)

Housing Action Coalition (HAC) is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to solve

California’s housing crisis. We advance policies and housing developments that create more

homes at all levels of affordability and build a statewide pro-housing movement. Communications plays a central role in advancing HAC’s policy, membership, and advocacy goals.

Position Overview

The Communications Coordinator is responsible for executing HAC’s core communications

across digital platforms with accuracy, consistency, and strategic alignment. This role supports

policy advocacy, member engagement, fundraising, and organizational visibility by ensuring

HAC’s work is communicated clearly and reliably to members, partners, and the public. This position requires strong writing skills, disciplined project management, and the ability to

collaborate across teams. The Communications Coordinator must be detail-oriented, organized,

and comfortable managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced advocacy environment.

Key Responsibilities

Content & Digital Communications

• Draft, edit, and publish HAC’s regular communications, including newsletters, member

emails, website content, and digital updates.

• Maintain HAC’s website and digital content to ensure information is current, accurate,

and aligned with organizational priorities.

• Ensure consistent voice, tone, and branding across all communications.

Social Media & Online Presence

• Manage HAC’s social media presence, with a primary focus on LinkedIn and other priority

platforms.

• Coordinate content that highlights policy work, member activity, events, and

organizational milestones.

• Track basic engagement metrics to inform content planning.

Major Communications Projects

• Support the development and distribution of major communications assets such as impact

reports, membership materials, and campaign-related publications.

• Coordinate timelines, content collection, and production with staff and external vendors as

needed.

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Work closely with policy, organizing, and membership staff to ensure their work is

accurately represented in communications.

• Support communications needs for events, campaigns, and advocacy efforts.
• Participate in planning conversations to align communications with organizational goals.

Systems & Workflow Management

• Maintain organized systems for tracking communications projects, deadlines, and

approvals.

• Follow established workflows for drafting, review, and publication of materials.
• Communicate clearly about progress, timelines, and emerging challenges.

Qualifications

Required

• 2-5 years of office work or relevant experience
• Experience managing digital content, email communications, and social media.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit, advocacy, or political communications.
• Familiarity with email platforms, content management systems, and basic analytics.
• Interest in housing, public policy, or social impact work.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership over work.
• Clear communicator who collaborates effectively across teams.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and process-minded.
• Receptive to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
• Mission-driven and aligned with HAC’s values.

How to Apply

Applicants must email hr@housingactioncoalition.org with their resume and cover letter.

Application deadline is May 30, 2026

Salary

$80,000 - $85,000 per year