Analyst, Events & Communications (Ref ID: 342a)

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION 

NextDecade Corporation is an energy company accelerating the path to a net-zero future. Leading innovation in more sustainable LNG and carbon capture solutions, NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to cleaner energy. Through our subsidiaries Rio Grande LNG and NEXT Carbon Solutions, we are developing a 27 MTPA LNG export facility in South Texas and have proposed a carbon capture and storage project at the site. We remain committed to advancing and lowering the cost of utilizing carbon capture and storage and helping companies reduce their facility emissions and achieving their clean energy goals.. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com. 

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE 

The Analyst, Events & Communications, is responsible for planning and implementing both large- and small-scale events, generating content for social media, and supporting communications and community activities.  

The position requires strong corporate communications skills built on a foundation of team collaboration, meeting deadlines and laser focus on accuracy. The ideal candidate will have the proven ability to successfully coordinate and execute internal and external events, develop and implement related communications plans, and possess strong writing skills. 

Oversees the management of events to produce quality, multi-faceted productions. Events include trade shows, customer and community engagements, and employee activities. You are responsible for creating engaging content and engagement sand fostering community interaction. The ideal candidate will have significant experience delivering events. 

• Responsible for coordinating and delivering high-profile events for audiences external to NextDecade and for company employees.  
• Under general supervision, coordinates all event preparation and acts as liaison with internal clients, external vendors, and event organizers. 
• Accurately prepare event estimates in conjunction with budgetary guidelines.  
• Inspect venues and specific meeting areas to evaluate suitability for event requirements.  
• Ensure that the equipment, physical set-up, and personnel provided meet the requirements of the event and contractual agreements. 
• Develop assignment schedules for staffing requirements for the proper presentation of events. 
• Monitors and supervises facility set-up. 
• Properly execute in a timely fashion all back-end paperwork related to events, i.e., post event notes, photo uploads, etc. 
• Responsible for managing all internal and external communications related to events including invitations, guest communication, emails, intranet articles, and social media posts. 
• Works with other departments and employees to create content relevant communications to serve business line objectives. 
• Ensure that the NextDecade and its subsidiaries’ brands are always presented and communicated according to established brand guidelines. 
• Participate in the conceptualization and execution of creative solutions, working closely with the team to develop ideas and creative storytelling. 
• Ensuring messaging and materials are high quality, accurate, appropriate, and aligned with company strategies and brand 
• Complete other tasks as assigned 

• Bachelor's degree in Event Planning, Digital Media, Marketing, Communications or Public Relations 
• 5+ years of professional corporate international event planning and working with corporate brand identities and guidelines 
• Energy industry experience preferred 
• Friendly and patient individual with a "can do attitude"  
• Must possess exceptional organization and communication skills with the ability to quickly change priorities, multitask and manage the details 
• Must be collaborative and possess ability to work with many varied stakeholders and do so with organizational savvy and confidence 
• Experience managing large- and small-scale events for varied stakeholders both in the U.S. and international including customers, employees, executives, and community 
• Ability to quickly generate ideas and content and accept re-direction with adjusting business needs 
• Photography and videography skills a plus 
• Must be able to show portfolio of previous events showcasing creative and innovative concepts 
• Travel up to 40%  

Work Environment 

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc.This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift. 

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations: 

·  Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.

·  Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.

·  While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.

·  The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

·  Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.

·  Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

·  Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.

·  Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.

·  Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.

·  Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.

·  Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.

·  Diversity – We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecadeprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecadecomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.