Director, Leadership Advisory Communication and Activation – Academics
Job ID:
R192560
Shift:
1st
Full/Part Time:
Full_time
Pay Range:
$73.90 – $118.25
Location:
Winston Salem, NC – 1533 S Main St
Winston Salem, NC 27127
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
Major Responsibilities:
Advisory Communication & Activation
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Develop and implement enterprise-wide communication plans aligned with business objectives, culture, and transformation priorities.
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Serve as an advisor to leadership on a range of internal communication needs, guiding internal messaging to drive internal leadership visibility and effective communication.
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Translate complex business strategies into clear, concise, and compelling messages for diverse internal audiences.
Communications Execution
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Partner with various key stakeholders on the people communication and activation team, and within other teams across the enterprise such as Marketing, Brand, and External Communications to ensure collaboration and teamwork across all communication efforts.
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Drive internal enterprise storytelling to connect strategies, initiatives, and campaigns across the organization.
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Ensure message consistency and alignment across enterprise, divisions, areas, and departments.
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Foster two-way communication by enabling feedback loops and facilitating dialogue between teammates and leadership.
Team Leadership & Development
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Foster two-way communication by enabling feedback loops and facilitating dialogue between teammates and leadership.
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Support communication advisory councils and feedback mechanisms to elevate issues and pulse-check effectiveness.
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Help manage and develop communication advisory professionals.
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Coach team members to serve as effective communication advisors to senior leaders.
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Promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and strategic partnership.
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 at least 10 years of experience in strategic communications, with a focus on internal communications and change management, and at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
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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:
This is a remote first role with the ability to travel up to 30% in 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 in Illinois and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin are the largest health systems in their respective states. As national leaders in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care serve patients across 28 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and nearly 450 sites of care. Both are now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, in addition to Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
