Advocate Health Care · 1 month ago
Division Leadership Advisory Internal Communications and Activation Associate Vice President
Oak Brook, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$85/hr - $136/hr
7+ years expAdvocate Health Care is a leading healthcare organization, and they are seeking an Associate Vice President of Internal Communications and Activation. The role involves developing and implementing communication strategies, serving as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, and leading communication delivery and activation events to align with business objectives and enhance internal engagement.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement innovative communication strategies and activation activities aligned with business objectives, culture, and transformation priorities for the division – aligned to enterprise
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, including the division President, guiding internal messaging during change, crisis, and key initiatives
Lead the creation and execution of people and change communication plans to support leadership activation and initiative awareness
Translate complex business strategies into clear, concise, and compelling messages for diverse internal audiences
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)
Partner with People Activation Events on the development of division activation events including leadership events, town halls and more
Drive storytelling to connect strategies, initiatives, and campaigns across the division
Ensure message consistency and alignment across divisions, areas, and departments, and are aligned with enterprise messages
Foster two-way communication by enabling feedback loops and facilitating dialogue between teammates and division leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop one or more communication advisors
Promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and strategic partnership
Represent division perspectives at the communication advisory councils and feedback mechanisms to elevate issues and pulse-check effectiveness
Monitor and measure efforts based on best-practice measurements and continue to enhance capabilities to proactively improve communication and engagement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field
Typically requires 7 years of experience in strategic communications, with a focus on internal communications and change management
Proven track record of developing and executing successful communication and change management strategies within a complex, large organization
Experience advising senior executives and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including HR, Operations, Legal, and other departments
Strong consultative skills and leadership
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapt to competing demands
Strong business acumen and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear and compelling messaging for diverse audiences
Proficiency with internal communication platforms and digital tools
Remote with ability to travel up to 30% within assigned market
Preferred
Familiarity with healthcare and front-line workplaces preferred
Expertise in crisis communication and reputation management helpful
Company
Advocate Health Care
Advocate Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system based in Illinois, United States.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$18M2013-10-03Series Unknown· $18M
Leadership Team
Barbara Hancock
Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Operating Officer
David Rich
Clinical Practice Partner
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