Manager of External Communications

Ascension•Leander, TX

4d•$99,864 - $135,110•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of the external communications strategy and plan for Texas, aiming to improve market reputation. The position involves coordination with other enterprise and local communication teams. The Manager will assist in developing various external communications content, including press releases, statements, media talking points, op-eds, award submissions, and LinkedIn posts. Responsibilities also include developing media coverage reports, evaluating progress towards KPIs, and proactively researching additional media and thought leadership opportunities. The role requires providing external communications counsel and support to Ascension Texas market leaders and partner teams, and necessitates excellent writing, project management, critical thinking, strategic counseling, and decisive judgment skills.

Requirements

High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Excellent writing and project management skills
Critical thinking, strategic counseling and decisive judgment

Nice To Haves

3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
6+ years of progressive leadership experience in journalism, external communications, or public relations, with a proven track record of driving brand reputation, preferably within a healthcare system or complex, service-driven environment.
Experience with executive communications and counsel
Adept at the rapid development of content in support of local business, market and organizational communications needs

Responsibilities

Manage day to day execution of the external communications strategy and plan for Texas that improves our market reputation, in coordination with other enterprise and local communication teams
Assist in the development of various external communications content including press releases, statements, media talking points, op-eds, award submissions, LinkedIn posts and more.
Develop media coverage reports and evaluate progress towards identified KPIs.
Proactively research and evaluate additional media and thought leadership opportunities for consideration.
Provide external communications counsel and support to Ascension Texas market leaders and other partner teams