Director, Internal Communications & Engagement

CHOC • Orange, CA

1d • $121,347 - $200,283 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Internal Communications & Engagement leads internal communications for Rady Children’s Health, with the goal of driving employee and physician engagement, trust, and cultural alignment. Reporting to the Associate Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, this role is dedicated to helping ensure physicians and employees feel connected to the organization’s mission by ensuring the provision of consistent communications and clear messaging that support organizational priorities and builds confidence in leadership.

Requirements

• At least eight (8) years in communications.
• Minimum five (5) years in a leadership/management role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging, and compelling content for diverse audiences.
• Excellent presentation skills, including preparing and delivering PowerPoint presentations.
• Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to connect strategy and culture through compelling narratives that inspire physicians and employees.
• Change communication skills, including anticipating physician/employee concerns and crafting messages that build understanding and foster trust.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Expertise in employee/internal comms channels.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across departments, including HR and Medical Staff.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and clarity.
• Data-driven approach to communications measurement.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare or large complex system experience.
• Master’s degree in a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Drive employee and physician engagement, trust, and cultural alignment through internal communications.
• Ensure physicians and employees feel connected to the organization’s mission.
• Provide consistent communications and clear messaging that support organizational priorities.
• Build confidence in leadership through effective communication strategies.
• Translate complex issues into clear, engaging, and compelling content for diverse audiences.
• Develop and deliver compelling PowerPoint presentations.
• Craft inspiring narratives that connect strategy and culture.
• Manage change communication, anticipating concerns and fostering trust.
• Lead and manage a team.
• Collaborate and build relationships across departments, including HR and Medical Staff.
• Handle sensitive issues with discretion and clarity.
• Utilize a data-driven approach to communications measurement.

Benefits

• CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director