McKesson
Healthcare
Sr.Director,ExternalandPolicyCommunications
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“Sr. Director, External and Policy Communications at McKesson. Skills: External communications, Policy communications, Media relations, Crisis communications. Lead external and policy communications team. Collaborate with functions such as marketing, public affairs,”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Data interpretation; Decision-making
Authorized to work in US
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
13 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or related field, 6 years of experience in a leadership role managing and developing a team, Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
Nice to Have
Master's degree in a relevant discipline
What You'll Do.
Lead external and policy communications team
Collaborate with functions such as marketing
Shape and optimize plans and execution using AI-enabled
Develop and implement external and policy communications strategy
Support company's mission
and business objectives
Drive amplification of corporate narrative across social and
Oversee Corporate Communication’s operating infrastructure
Strengthen ability to operate as a bionic team
Establish and maintain relationships with media
industry associations
Lead media relations strategy
Serve as primary point of contact for media
Proactively monitor and address external issues
Manage crisis communications preparedness and execution
Serve as strategic advisor to leadership
Equip and empower leaders and communicators with guidance
Build relationships within Corporate Affairs
Build relationships with enabling functions
Enforce external engagement governance
Empower effective communications aligned to business priorities
Enhance capabilities to measure
assess and improve communications
Use advanced AI-powered communications tools and platforms
Drive continuous optimization using data-driven insights
Direct and oversee creation of communication materials
Ensure quality and tone of communication materials
Leverage AI and automated platforms for drafting
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with functions; Build relationships within Corporate Affairs; Build relationships with enabling functions; Collaborate with business partners
Communication Scope
Written skills; Verbal communication skills; External messaging; Executive messaging
Process & Methodology
Strategic planning, Execution of complex communication plans
Full Job Description
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you. Title: **Sr. Director, External & Policy Communications** Location: **Atlanta, GA; Columbus, OH; Dallas, TX; Washington, DC (Preferred)** Onsite/Hybrid/Remote:**Hybrid (Preferred)** The Sr. Director, External & Policy Communications will lead external and policy communications for McKesson. This leadership position will drive our external corporate narrative and lead our corporate external engagement strategy, enterprise media relations, policy communications, and crisis communications in support of key business priorities. The role reports directly to the Vice President, Corporate Communications and is a member of her leadership team. The Corporate Communications team is a part of the Corporate Affairs organization, which includes Corporate Brand and Marketing, Event Planning, Public Policy, and US Government Affairs. **Key Responsibilities** * Lead the external and policy communications team and collaborate closely with functions such as marketing, public affairs, legal and others to shape and optimize plans and execution using AI-enabled insights. * Develop and implement a comprehensive external and policy communications strategy powered by our corporate narrative that supports the company's mission, values, and business objectives. * Drive amplification of the corporate narrative across social and digital channels to extend reach and reinforce consistent extern
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