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Vice President, External Communications

Confidential · Oakland, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time


Vice President, External Communications




About the Company


Ambitious healthcare management organization


Industry
Hospital & Health Care


Type
Non Profit


Founded
1945



Employees
10,001+




Categories



  • Biotechnology
  • Health Diagnostics
  • Health & Wellness
  • Health Care
  • Health Systems
  • Medicine
  • Hospital
  • Non Profit
  • Health Maintenance Organizations [HMO]
  • Life and Health
  • Managed Care
  • Personal Health




Business Classifications



  • B2C






About the Role


The Company is seeking a Head of External Communications and Reputation to serve as the enterprise leader in protecting and advancing its reputation. This executive will be responsible for shaping external narratives, leading issues and crisis response, and elevating thought leadership to strengthen the organization's visibility and influence. The role involves developing and executing enterprise reputation strategies, serving as a senior advisor to executive leadership, and ensuring that communications support the company's long-term reputation and strategic priorities. The successful candidate will also lead enterprise visibility efforts, media relations, and social media strategy, and will be expected to have a strong background in external communications, with a minimum of 15 years' leadership experience in the field.

Candidates for this role at the company should have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 15 years' of leadership experience in external communications, public affairs, or related disciplines. Significant experience in advising senior executives during high-profile crises and a proven track record in building enterprise communication capabilities are essential. The ideal candidate will have a background in a highly regulated industry, with healthcare experience strongly preferred. The role requires a leader with exceptional judgment, executive presence, and the ability to navigate complex issues. Responsibilities also include team leadership, capability building, and ensuring the function evolves to meet the changing communication and stakeholder environment.


Hiring Manager Title
Chief Public Affairs Officer




Functions



  • Marketing