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Advocate Health

WI Division Leadership Advisory and Communication Associate Vice President

Advocate Health, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244

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WI Division Leadership Advisory and Communication Associate Vice President This range is provided by Advocate Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $176,800.00/yr - $282,880.00/yr

Title: WI Division Leadership Advisory and Communication Associate Vice President

WHO WE ARE Advocate Health is the nation’s third largest, nonprofit healthcare enterprise. In December of 2022, four mission driven health systems came together to do more, be better, and go faster to provide equitable care for all in North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, and Wisconsin:

Advocate Health Care

Wake Forest University School of Medicine

Together, we operate

68

hospitals and over

1K

ambulatory centers. We support the careers of

155K

team members,

42K

nurses,

21K

physicians who care for

6M

patients annually. Our combined

$6B

in community benefits enables us to foster healthier communities.

Come explore the enterprise whose accolades include:

Top Workplaces ,

Top 100 Hospitals ,

Best Hospitals for Maternity Care ,

Top Diversity Organization ,

Best Places to work for Women and Diverse Managers , and

System for Change Award .

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE This role a strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing internal communication strategies that drive transformation, enhance leadership activation, and support enterprise business goals within our Divisions. This role serves as the trusted internal communication advisor to the Division President and divisional executive leadership, and is a subject matter expert in people communication and change. The AVP closely collaborates across internal and external communication leaders, and People Activation Events, to ensure consistent, compelling, and aligned messaging delivered in a variety of best‑practice methods.

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 Operations and Optimization on the development and distribution of multimedia content across internal channels (e.g., intranet, email, town halls, video, print).

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.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

N/A

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.

Advocate Health Care in Illinois and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin are the largest health systems in their respective states. As national leaders in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care serve patients across 28 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and nearly 450 sites of care. Both are now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, in addition to Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.

Taking care of our team members and leaders is a top priority . We strive to develop and maintain an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and thrives. Supporting careers and professional development is one facet of caring for our leaders through structured leadership onboarding, enhanced tuition reimbursement, progressive developmental programs, succession planning and mentoring performance excellence. Competitive compensation, eligible annual incentive plans and comprehensive health care packages are top of mind to care for your financial health and well-being. If needed, our comprehensive relocation package helps get you here.

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