Communications Consultant Sr

Position Description:

We're looking for those individuals-the creative thinkers and innovation seekers-who are content with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a positive, daily impact in our communities. In the role of a Communications Consultant Sr. you will be working in our School of Medicine Administration.

Purpose

Under the direction of School of Medicine leadership - and with independence and minimal supervision - this position develops and manages the implementation of comprehensive executive and internal communications strategies, campaigns, plans, programs, projects and deliverables to address complex issues and achieve MCW's goals and priorities. The Senior Communications Consultant plans, organizes, writes, edits, produces and distributes a variety of highly confidential and complex executive communications which may be disseminated/presented internally and/or externally. This role also connects community and partner stakeholders with MCW's mission and accomplishments through a variety of communications initiatives. This role works directly with Dean of the School of Medicine in partnership with other executive leaders (President and CEO, Provost and Executive Vice President, Executive Vice Presidents, Senior Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents); faculty leaders (Department Chairs, Senior Associate Deans, Center/Institute Directors), members of the Office of Communications, Office of Development and Finance team, as well as MCW departments, regional campuses, institutes and centers in supporting the MCW brand and providing communications support and expertise. As assigned, this person also serves as a communications liaison to internal and external partners, stakeholders and vendors. The Senior Communications Consultant will closely partner with the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Office of Communications and Brand Strategy to ensure consistency with MCW brand and communications guidelines as well as to coordinate efforts for shared impact. Occasional travel (less than 10%) within Wisconsin may be required.

Primary Functions

• Provides direct support to the Dean of the School of Medicine to communicate complex, engaging and sensitive communications utilizing excellence in strategic communication plan development, long and short form writing, script writing, editing, leadership voice, PowerPoint presentations, and project coordination.
• Independently develops and manages communications channels and programs for targeted audiences and purposes. Develops and manages the implementation of communication strategies, campaigns and plans to address complex issues.
• In consultation with the Director of Communications Chief of Staff and VP Marketing Communications, provides executive leaders with communications advice and guidance.
• Responsible for writing the scheduled communication from the Dean SOM; independently develops talking points, content and email communications on highly confidential and complex issues as needed on a wide variety of topics throughout the year. Coordinates responses for Dean of the School of Medicine mailbox and InfoScope news articles as well as executive leader requests or submissions - includes working with the subject experts, writing the answers and sharing with leaders for approval.
• Independently provides support (attends meetings, takes minutes, liaises with stakeholders, develops communications plans, creates communications and facilitates websites) to the Offices of the President, Provost or Dean, School of Medicine and Internal Communications on a variety of critical institutional initiatives.
• Updates and maintains content for the SOM website and intranet.
• Supervises the work of communications resources including administrative staff, interns and vendors. As needed, informs work of communications team members to support executive communications projects.
• Serves as a trusted and sought-after thought partner on institutional strategic initiatives for executive, internal and external stakeholders.
• Assists in providing planning and tactical communications support to MCW's executive and senior leaders to help convey the vision, progress and current state of affairs for the institution in a consistent, compelling, and transparent way - to both internal and external audiences and stakeholders.
• Helps ensure that executive communications are written for engagement and aligned with institutional goals and internal and external messages, and that appropriate communication channels are leveraged to disseminate messages effectively.
• Maintains awareness of and upholds the MCW brand strategy, guidelines and policies.
• Ensures that assigned projects and deliverables are high-quality, completed on time and reflect stakeholder input.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work independently at a high level and with a significant degree of confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a valued and trusted partner to executive and administrative leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a valued and trusted partner to members of the enterprise communications team.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing communications plans and writing on-brand and on-voice for a variety of purposes and audiences.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge in digital communication approaches to leverage leadership voice.
• Strength in understanding, interpreting and simplifying a variety of technical and complex subjects.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate information from a strategic perspective.
• Strong time management, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated skills in collaborating, trouble-shooting, problem solving, decision-making, conflict resolution and team-building; comfort with ambiguity and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire communications excellence throughout the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office programs.

Preferred Schedule:



M-F, 8-5 p.m.

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree

Minimum Required Experience: 7 years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism or a related field required

Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English or related field

Preferred Experience: 8-10 years integrated communications; five years of strategic communications planning and counsel; experience in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism or a related field required

Field: Journalism, communications, public relations, healthcare communications

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring - Collaborative - Curiosity - Inclusive - Integrity - Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination


The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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