Public Affairs Manager, Internal Communications

Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Job Description:

ABOUT ADVOCATE AURORA HEALTH CARE: Advocate Health System and Aurora Health System are now Advocate Aurora Health Care. One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward.With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we'll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

• 70,000 Team Members
• 22,000 Nurses
• 3,300 Employed Physicians
• 4,800 Aligned Physician Partners
  Transforming Care: We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence.
  Major Responsibilities:
  This role will be responsible for internal communications, executive communications, as well as issues and crisis management. Focus is on providing creative, strategic and comprehensive communication that will further elevate Advocate Aurora Health and its senior leaders. Leader will be accountable for managing internal communications across the enterprise, providing executive communications support and other key organizational initiatives to drive growth, with a strong focus on supporting Human Resources. This position is part of a remote-first team. We're extremely flexible, and this role is largely remote, with occasional meetings on site in Downers Grove, IL.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of an internal communications strategy, to ensure effective communication across the organization in support of business goals and objectives, with a focus on Human Resources.
  • Manages the strategic communications needs of executives and key departments by providing appropriate counsel and comprehensive communications solutions to meet Advocate Aurora Health's business priorities.
  • Plans, directs and organizes content for Advocate Aurora Health's publications and communications in support of the organization's multi-faceted content strategy.
  • Drives collaboration with all departments on broad, digital first communication approach to internal and external audiences.
  • Oversees the design, production and distribution of communication through various vehicles and platforms.
  • Plan for and respond quickly and effectively in the event of a crisis. Prepare response strategy in conjunction with site and system executives.
  • Holds a leadership position on the team, with direct reports
  • This position is part of a remote-first team with occasional meetings onsite.Education Required:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or related field, or
    • Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations.Experience Required:
      • Typically requires 7 years of experience in in supporting public affairs, public relations, internal communications or issues management.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
        • Strong written and oral communications
        • Deadline oriented, the ability to handle multiple tasks and complete work accurately and within a short timeframe
        • Self-starter, ability to advance key projects independently
        • Strategic thinking
        • Problem-solving skills
        • Executive sensibility
        • Proven ability to navigate complex and time sensitive matters
        • Results oriented
        • Flexibility is necessary and long hours are often requiredPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:
          • This position requires travel, therefore, will be exposed to weather and road conditions.
          • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
          • Exposed to a normal office environment.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.

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