AVP Communications

Job Description

Description

The Associate Vice President (AVP) of Communications is responsible for leading the organization's communications strategy to elevate, protect, and amplify Temple Health's brand and reputation across internal and external audiences. This leader works in close collaboration with enterprise leadership to amplify the institution's voice, cultivate trust with key stakeholders, and drive proactive, strategic external communications.

The AVP oversees executive and enterprise communications, crisis and issues management, media relations, thought leadership, multi-channel content development, employee communications, and communications support for government relations and external relations (advancement / philanthropy). The AVP of Communications reports to the SVP, Chief Marketing Officer and partners with executive, operational and clinical leaders, Human Resources, Government Relations, External Relations / Institutional Advancement, and cross-functional marketing and brand teams to ensure alignment and impact.

Education

Bachelors Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field (Required)

Masters Degree (Preferred)

Experience

10+ years of progressive experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or executive communications, preferably in healthcare, higher education, or similarly complex, mission-driven organizations. (Required)

5 Years experience in team leadership (Preferred)