Senior Manager, External Communications

1103 Team Member Services; United States; On-site; USD 97,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

403-B Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off from Day One

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a strategic Communications Leader to advance national and local media engagement, elevate the organization’s brand, and strengthen executive communications. You will guide a team to craft compelling narratives across traditional and digital channels, aligning with patient-centered care and community health goals.

The role requires a proven track record in crisis management, strong writing and public speaking skills, and the ability to operate in a matrix environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in corporate communications, media/public relations or equivalent.
• Experience in an integrated communications department with collaboration across functions.
• Experience leading communications teams in large organizations.
• Experience planning and overseeing external events with strong media presence.

Responsibilities

• Develops market/division-wide communications strategy to position AdventHealth.
• Provides direction for communications to media, team members, external stakeholders.
• Leads media relations and digital storytelling opportunities; manages events and interviews.
• Counsels executives on issues management and messaging planning.
• Maximizes storytelling across traditional and new media; maintains media relationships.

Skills

Media relations

Public speaking

Storytelling

Leadership

Analytical skills

SEO understanding

Crisis communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism/communications/public relations

Field of Study: journalism, communications, public relations

Tools

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 900 WINDERLEY PL City: MAITLAND State: Florida Postal Code: 32751

Job Description

Develops a market or division-wide communications strategy to position the organization, its clinicians, and leaders as national leaders in health care. Provides creative direction for communications targeting local and national media, team members, external stakeholders, patients, and consumers. Leads the team in managing proactive and reactive media relations and digital storytelling opportunities. Plans and executes media events and interviews. Counsels executives on issues management and supports the development of messaging and planning. Maximizes storytelling opportunities across traditional media, social media, new media, and internal communications. Enhances relationships with key internal stakeholders to support business and inter-departmental goals. Maintains strong relationships with local and national media and serves as a spokesperson. Analyzes audience research and adjusts communications tactics accordingly. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep understanding of the traditional and social media landscapes, and trends in capturing audiences via new media [Required]
• Demonstrated ability to maintain respectful relationships with local and national media [Required]
• A deep understanding of newsroom (TV, print, online, radio) operations [Required]
• Proven ability to manage risk in the media [Required]
• Ability to provide media and public speaking coaching to executives, physicians and team members [Required]
• Excellent leadership skills [Required]
• Superb writing, copy editing and public speaking skills [Required]
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills [Required]
• Ability to work in a matrix-management environment to achieve organizational goals [Required]
• Stellar organizational skills with proven success in leading a high-volume, news-driven communications team [Required]
• Effective computer skills, particularly Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel [Required]
• Innovative and creative thinker able to multitask in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines [Required]
• Proficient in AP Style [Required]
• Understanding of digital news or brand journalism strategy to include SEO [Preferred]
• Proficiency with editing software/apps [Preferred]

Education

• Bachelor's [Required]
• Field of Study: in journalism, communications, public relations or related field

Work Experience

• 6+ experience [Required]
• 6+ of experience in corporate communications, media/public relations, journalism or equivalent combination of experience [Required]
• Experience in an integrated communications department that includes collaboration with internal communications, external communications, marketing and digital [Preferred]
• Experience in communication-related department within a health care organization [Preferred]
• Experience planning and overseeing external events with a strong media presence [Required]
• Experience with Public Affairs or Government Relations communications [Preferred]
• Proven track record leading communications teams in large organizations [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$97,219.20 - $180,835.20

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.