Sentara Health is currently seeking a full-time Internal Corporate Communications Advisor.

Position Status: Full-time, Day Shift

Location: Hybrid in Virginia Beach, VA. 1 day a week in office.

Standard Working Hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM (EST).

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Internal Corporate Communications Advisor to support enterprise-level communications with a focus on change management, digital tools, and executive-level engagement. This position will serve as a strategic backfill for a key communications partner and work closely with senior leadership, including leaders for clinical audiences, divisions, and programs.

The Communications Advisor is responsible for supporting the design and implementation of strategies, tactics and content to support high-level system wide communication initiatives across a variety of platforms. Duties include writing, editing, and curating content on different platforms; supporting the production of videos and other digital assets; and ensuring all materials align with organizational strategic business goals. The position works closely with the other departments to coordinate communications and engagement strategies that enhance the organization's reputation at national and regional levels. Additional responsibilities include audience segmentation, ensuring seamless integration of communication tactics across channels, and measurement and performance analysis. The position also involves handling complex project management tasks to ensure timely and effective delivery of communication initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute internal communication strategies and change management plans

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including email marketing, design, and IT to deliver timely and effective messaging

Write and edit articles, internal announcements, and intranet content following AP style

Manage communications through SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 platforms

Support project communications using project intake tools and platforms such as Asana (or similar project management tools)

Drive strategic messaging around organizational change — including who is impacted, timing, confidentiality, and readiness

Partner closely with senior leaders and executives to deliver impactful communication plans

Think strategically while managing tactical communications in a fast-paced environment

Lead or support virtual town halls and on-site team events

Contribute to staff meeting communications and engagement strategies on in-office days

Key Skills:

Strong writing and editing skills (AP style)

Experience with intranet and website content management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint Online

Experience developing communication plans for change initiatives

Highly proactive and detail-oriented

Strategic thinker with the ability to connect day-to-day communications to broader organizational goals

Education

Bachelor's degree - Business Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or related field

Certification/Licensure

No specific certification or licensure requirements

Experience

Communications management - 5 years required

Corporate communications - 5 years required

Media engagement experience, project management and social media experience preferred

Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Strong executive presence and experience collaborating with senior leadership teams preferred

Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities preferred

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is:$60,756.80-$101,254.40. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.