Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

This is a remote position

Job Summary / Purpose

The Corporate & Executive Communications Manager is a strategic communicator responsible for managing communications on behalf of the executive leadership team and Board of Directors. This role is at the forefront of crafting and delivering key messages for an array of internal and external audiences, including employees, media, stakeholders, and the public. A high level of discretion, professionalism, and strong understanding of business interpretability is required for this position.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compelling strategic narratives for the executive leadership that reflect the organization's vision, strategies and objectives.
• Manage the development and execution of communication plans for announcements, presentations, speaking engagements, and other communication from the executive suite and board.
• Prepare speeches, remarks, messages, presentations, and reports on behalf of the CEO and other members of the executive leadership team.
• Collaborate with leaders throughout the organization to ensure alignment of executive messaging with overall corporate positioning as well as communications and branding priorities.
• Support executive visibility initiatives, including media interviews, speaking engagements, and industry conferences.
• Work closely with the senior executives to advise on matters of public speaking, public appearance, and media interaction.
• Collaborate with  executives to vet and develop key messages, talking points and other communication materials, such as speeches, presentations, and articles.
• Support leadership during crisis management situations and provide thorough communication solutions.
• Facilitate board communications and strategic documentation as needed.
• Provide training and support to senior executives on effective communication practices.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, Business, or similar relevant field.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in corporate communications or public relations, with a significant emphasis on executive communications.
• Experience in dealing with executive and Board-level communications.
• Strong understanding of healthcare trends, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to various audiences.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a large geographically diverse system. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including speech writing and presentation development.

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