AVP, Communication & Leadership Advisory

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Major 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 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. 

Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field  

Experience Required:

• 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. 
• Familiarity with healthcare and front-line workplaces preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• 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 
• Expertise in crisis communication and reputation management helpful 
• Proficiency with internal communication platforms and digital tools 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Remote with ability to travel up to 30% 

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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