The Director of Strategy will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving the strategic vision of our multi-clinic primary care health system. This leader will oversee the development, implementation, and communicating of key strategic initiatives to ensure the organization meets its mission to deliver high-quality, accessible healthcare. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in strategic communications, media outreach, data analysis, and executive-level support while fostering meaningful relationships with stakeholders, philanthropic partners, and the broader community.

Essential Functions: 

Strategic Communications and Media Outreach:
• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to enhance the organization's visibility, reputation, and impact, working closely with the Director of Communications/Community Outreach and the Chief Strategy Officer
• Lead media outreach efforts, including press releases, story pitches, op-eds, and responses to media inquiries.
• Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets, influencers, and public relations partners.
• Manage crisis communications and develop proactive communication plans for organizational initiatives.

Strategic Data Analysis and Insights:
• Analyze healthcare trends, organizational performance, and community needs to inform strategic planning.
• Provide data-driven insights, horizon scanning and reports to guide decision-making for the executive leadership team.
• Collaborate with internal teams to assess and optimize the impact of strategic initiatives.

Executive Communications and Support:
• Prepare speeches, talking points, presentations, and briefing materials for executive leaders.
• Ensure consistent messaging and alignment with the organization’s mission and goals in all executive communications.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on strategic priorities and external positioning.

External Stakeholder Relations:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with community partners, government agencies, and other external stakeholders.
• Represent the organization at public events, conferences, and meetings with key stakeholders.
• Advocate for policies and initiatives that align with the organization's mission and goals.

Philanthropic Development and Support:
• Collaborate with the development team to identify and secure funding opportunities.
• Support grant writing efforts and other philanthropic initiatives to advance organizational priorities.
• Build relationships with donors and philanthropic partners to deepen their engagement with the organization.

Writing and Editing:
• Produce high-quality written materials, including reports, proposals, articles, and other communications.
• Ensure all materials reflect the organization’s voice, values, and strategic priorities.
• Edit and refine content to ensure clarity, impact, and accuracy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated expertise in media outreach, strategic planning, and data analysis. 
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. 
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including media, donors, and community partners.
• Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 
• Knowledge of healthcare systems and non-profit organizational dynamics is highly desirable.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in strategic communications, organizational strategy, or related fields, preferably within a non-profit or healthcare organization.