Sr. Executive Communications Consultant

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Job Title : Sr. Executive Communications Consultant

Department : Health Sciences Administration

Position Summary

Serves as key support and communications partner on the executive communications team for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Office of the CEO.

The Senior Consultant Executive Communications position provides strategic communications leadership, vision and direction across all three mission areas and strategic business goals with a specific focus on securing national reputation and thought leadership opportunities that advance key strategic priorities and drive engagement and reputation with internal and external audiences.

From research to planning and execution, this position establishes and implements tactics to reach short and long-term goals and priorities to help the university and medical center achieve shared goals.

Responsible for supporting the development, implementation and monitoring of internal and external communications plans and tactics.

Strong writing and strategic message development attention to detail are essential in this role. Communications responsibilities may include correspondence and enterprise-wide email distribution, print and web materials, event briefings, backgrounders, fact sheets, speeches, presentations and talking points.

Works independently to execute key messages and themes as well as supporting evidence that advance the mission of the university and medical center for various constituencies.

Must have proven experience in working in fast-paced deadline driven environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field. Minimum of 5 years professional experience, preferably in executive communications in the health care industry or an academic setting.

Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills as well as presentation and negotiation skills. Strong problem-solving abilities with demonstrated superior organizational skills.

Ability to manage diverse projects. Thrives in fast-paced, deadline driven environment, and adapts quickly and easily to shifting priorities and continuous change.

Demonstrates discretion regarding highly confidential matters; highly professional demeanor. Possesses superior organizational, ability and willingness to adapt with shifting priorities;

availability to work after-hours upon request.

Additional Information :

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include :

• An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.
• Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long-term disability and paid parental leave.
• Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• And much more!

Location : Meiling Hall (0281)

Position Type : Regular

Scheduled Hours : 40

Shift : First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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