Director of Communications - Thought Leadership & M&A

Department:

12823 Advocate Aurora Health Corporate - Public Affairs: External

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

position is based remotely

Pay Range

$73.90 - $118.25

Major Responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities for senior leaders, including the CEO, to shape the national conversation on a range of identified topics, developing the strategies and tactics to best position each leader for each opportunity. 

• Collaborate effectively with teammates, senior staff and executives across the organization, operating with a high degree of discretion and diplomacy. 

• Synthesize complex and wide-ranging information from a range of sources (including liaising with subject matter experts and through independent research and analysis) and translate that information into clear and compelling written material and briefing and prep materials for senior leaders for high-profile and national thought leadership opportunities. 

• Understands enterprise strategic plan and aligns projects/programs/campaigns/activities accordingly; manages multiple projects independently, drafts recommendations, customizes processes/outputs to audience.  

• Craft thought leadership pieces for senior leaders and prepare them for high-level events, interviews and other opportunities that enhance the reputation of Advocate Health, its leaders and workforce; lead work surrounding efforts to reframe industry narratives to protect and enhance the reputation of the enterprise. Examples may include the creation of white papers, editorials, speeches, presentations and other mechanisms to deliver the Advocate Health message to the desired audiences.  

• Develop and drive the execution of Advocate Health’s strategic communications plans and processes that support our organization in its mergers and acquisitions, as well as strategic partnerships and similar activity, including integration communication needs; provide strategic communications counsel, working closely with internal and external leaders to meet project deadlines and objectives.  

• Produce compelling and creative content which demonstrates how Advocate Health and its leaders are reshaping health care nationally and in its care delivery areas. 

• Lead and provide quality oversight for multiple projects, ensuring accuracy and excellence in content and presentation while meeting tight deadlines. 

• Operate with creativity and a persistent approach to problem-solving.  

• Research the health care industry and national landscape for the latest information and significant differentiation and relevance for all audiences; be a go-to expert on industry trends and how Advocate Health can differentiate itself from its peers in a positive manner.  

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners and vendors. 

• Provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to members of the Communications team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation