• Job Description

  Req#: R-3556

  CEO Communications Lead

  Remote opportunity to residents of OR, WA, ID and UT

  The Opportunity:

  This is an opportunity to work directly with the CEO of a $13 billion company in the health care sector. You will partner with the CEO to hone his messaging and communications strategy as he seeks to inspire thousands of employees and share our company’s mission and vision with external audiences through storytelling across multiple channels.

  Primary Job Purpose

  Serve as a key partner to the CEO, understanding and communicating his vision in his voice through strategic and compelling communications that drive the company’s strategic priorities.

  Clearly articulate and integrate our vision, mission and values into the CEO’s communication platform to engage and align employees in executing company goals in service of the millions of lives we serve.

  Translate customer and employee experiences into memorable CEO storytelling opportunities suitable for internal and external audiences.

  In partnership with the internal and external communication teams, deliver on a comprehensive CEO communications strategy encompassing objectives, key messages, channels, tactics and analytics and aligned to the external and internal communications strategies.

  Develop and oversee content for all employee-facing CEO communications, including events, written content and videos along with messaging for public and private speaking events.

  Ensure that all forms of communication reflect our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

  Travel with the CEO and other C-Level executives for internal and external communications events across the four-state footprint of the Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Utah). In some unique cases, travel may be required with very little prior notice.

  Must demonstrate the character, maturity and judgment necessary to maintain absolute confidence. Highly trustworthy and able to handle sensitive business information with discretion and unconditional confidentiality.

  Important Attributes of the Ideal Candidate:

  To be a strategic sounding board, partner and advisor to the CEO and others regarding when and how to use the CEO’s voice on issues important to various segments of our audience including employees, customers and partners.

  To be proactive and anticipate what the CEO should be prepared to say, how to say it and how to craft a message to align most appropriately with the expected audience.

  To ensure that the CEO’s messages have been crafted and vetted to be appropriate for the audience and their perspectives and allegiances.

  A planner who proactively collaborates with the CEO, Chief of Staff and others to ensure critical speeches are scheduled and materials prepared well in advance, without last-minute surprises.

  Should be a well-rounded business leader with a genuine interest and curiosity about business and the ability to make connections between disparate economic events, shifting political winds, social changes, popular culture, etc. Have the ability to connect these dots (and respond accordingly) due to a solid business understanding and social awareness.

  Normally to be proficient in the competencies listed above :

  The ideal candidate would have a bachelor's degree and fifteen years’ corporate communications or agency experience including working directly for a CEO in a communications role or equivalent combination of education and experience. A health care background is preferred, but not required.

  Demonstrated success messaging to an employee base of over 5,000 people with a wide diversity in social and political viewpoints preferred.

  Experience messaging within a regulated environment a plus.

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  The expected hiring range for a CEO Communications Lead is $142,500 - 193,500 depending on skills, experience, education, and training; relevant licensure / certifications; performance history; and work location. The bonus target for this position is 15 % . The current full salary range for this role is $134,000 - 218,500.

  Base pay is just part of the compensation package at Cambia that is supplemented with an exceptional 401(k) match, bonus opportunity and other benefits. In keeping with our Cause and vision, we offer comprehensive well-being programs and benefits, which we periodically update to stay current. Some highlights:

  • medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members

  • annual employer contribution to a health savings account ($1,200 or $2,500 depending on medical coverage, prorated based on hire date)

  • paid time off varying by role and tenure in addition to 10 company holidays

  • up to a 6% company match on employee 401k contributions, with a potential discretionary contribution based on company performance (no vesting period)

  • up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off (eligible day one of employment if within first 12 months following birth or adoption)

  • one-time furniture and equipment allowance for employees working from home

  • up to $225 in Amazon gift cards for participating in various well-being activities. for a complete list see our External Total Rewards page.

  We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug and tobacco-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.

  If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please email CambiaCareers@cambiahealth.com . Information about how Cambia Health Solutions collects, uses, and discloses information is available in our Privacy Policy . As a health care company, we are committed to the health of our communities and employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please review the policy on our Careers site.

• About the company

  Cambia Health Solutions is a nonprofit health care company based in Portland, Oregon.

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