Ascension · 11 hours ago
Internal Communications Manager
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system seeking an experienced Internal Communications Manager to enhance the associate experience through strategic communications. This role involves developing and executing internal communication strategies that support HR initiatives, foster engagement, and drive organizational effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Develop, implement and measure comprehensive internal communications strategies and campaigns for HR initiatives, with a particular emphasis on associate engagement and organizational change
Serve as a trusted advisor to Ascension’s HR leadership, providing strategic communications counsel and support for complex, sensitive and high-impact programs
Strategically design and disseminate messaging that promotes associate understanding, drives retention and encourages associates to recommend Ascension as a great place to work
Proactively identify communication opportunities to support process adoption, change management efforts and overall organizational effectiveness within the HR landscape. This includes simplifying complex HR and financial information into clear, actionable content for a diverse workforce
Develop high-quality internal communications content, compelling campaigns and events that align with our operational objectives and enhance our internal brand as an employer
Combine strategic thinking and a big-picture perspective with meticulous attention to detail, clarity and focus. You will excel at driving communications across matrixed organizations and gaining internal buy-in and support
Ensure all communications authentically reflect the Mission, Vision and Values of Ascension as a healing ministry of the Catholic Church
Qualification
Required
High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required
3 years of leadership or management experience preferred
Outstanding writing skills
Critical thinking skills
Strategic counseling skills
Decisive judgment
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work in a high-performance environment
Maintain flexible availability and responsiveness both during and outside of normal work hours as necessary
Preferred
Bachelor's degree is highly preferred with at least 5 years in an internal communications role, ideally with experience working in a healthcare provider system or similar services organization
At least 3 years of leadership or management experience
Proven track record of developing and executing successful, measurable communication plans for major HR initiatives, including significant experience with learning and development, listening programs, compensation reviews and policy updates
Demonstrated expertise in associate engagement and leading large-scale change communications efforts, particularly related to HR system implementations or organizational transformations
Exceptional ability to simplify complex financial, HR and policy information into easily digestible, engaging and visually appealing content for a diverse workforce
Experience managing communications for large-scale HR system implementations or changes
Ability to write and edit engaging and visually appealing change communications
Experience planning and managing a coordinated content approach that directly impacts engagement of key audiences in support of our business goals
Strong collaboration skills, with a proven ability to partner effectively with cross-functional business partners and senior leaders, providing strategic communications counsel
Proven driver and communicator across matrixed organizations, helping to gain internal buy-in and support
Outstanding writing, editing and verbal communication skills
Journalism or communications degree preferred
Strong preference for candidates with a focus on and/or experience with business, economics or HR-related communications
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Company
Ascension
Answering God's call to bring health, healing and hope to all.
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unknown2025-04-03Acquired
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