Division Leadership Advisory Communication and Activation Associate Vice President
Job ID:
R192573
Shift:
1st
Full/Part Time:
Full_time
Pay Range:
$85.00 – $136.00
Location:
AAO Oak Brook – 2025 Windsor Dr
Oak Brook, IL 60523
750 W Virginia St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Full time remote M-F with ability to travel up to 30% within assigned market of Illinois, Wisconsin, or North Carolina/Georgia
Major Responsibilities:
Strategic Communication & Leadership Activation
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Develop and implement innovative communication strategies and activation activities aligned with business objectives, culture, and transformation priorities for the division – aligned to enterprise.
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Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, including the division President, guiding internal messaging during change, crisis, and key initiatives.
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Lead the creation and execution of people and change communication plans to support leadership activation and initiative awareness.
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Translate complex business strategies into clear, concise, and compelling messages for diverse internal audiences.
Communication Delivery & Activation Events
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Partner with People Operations and Optimization on the development and distribution of multimedia content across internal channels (e.g., intranet, email, town halls, video, print).
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Partner with People Activation Events on the development of division activation events including leadership events, town halls and more.
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Drive storytelling to connect strategies, initiatives, and campaigns across the division.
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Ensure message consistency and alignment across divisions, areas, and departments, and are aligned with enterprise messages.
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Foster two-way communication by enabling feedback loops and facilitating dialogue between teammates and division leadership.
Team Leadership & Development
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Lead, mentor, and develop one or more communication advisors.
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Promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and strategic partnership.
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Represent division perspectives at the communication advisory councils and feedback mechanisms to elevate issues and pulse-check effectiveness.
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Monitor and measure efforts based on best-practice measurements and continue to enhance capabilities to proactively improve communication and engagement.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
N/A
Education Required:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field
Experience Required:
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Typically requires 7 years of experience in strategic communications, with a focus on internal communications and change management
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Proven track record of developing and executing successful communication and change management strategies within a complex, large organization.
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Experience advising senior executives and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including HR, Operations, Legal, and other departments.
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Familiarity with healthcare and front-line workplaces preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
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Strong consultative skills and leadership
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Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
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Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapt to competing demands
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Strong business acumen and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear and compelling messaging for diverse audiences
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Expertise in crisis communication and reputation management helpful
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Proficiency with internal communication platforms and digital tools
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Remote with ability to travel up to 30% within assigned market
*Due to complex requirements, remote work is NOT permitted in: CA, DC, CO, CT, HI, MA, MD, MN, ND, NJ, NY, OR, RI, VT, WA and working Internationally.*
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Human Resources at Advocate Aurora
Advocate Health Care is the largest health system in Illinois and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. One of the state’s largest private employers, the system serves patients across 11 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and more than 250 sites of care. Advocate Health Care, in addition to Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
